KIMBERLY LOMBARDI
Trumbull,CT
Summary
Strategic instructional leader with Connecticut 092 certification and over 20 years of experience in elementary education. Drive K–5 instructional improvement by aligning curriculum, assessment, and professional development to enhance student outcomes. Skilled in creating systems that foster safe, student-centered learning environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K–5 Math Program Leader
Trumbull Public Schools
Trumbull, USA
07.2022 - Current
- Provide strategic instructional leadership across six elementary schools serving approximately 2,000 students.
- Establish districtwide expectations for curriculum alignment, assessment coherence, and instructional quality.
- Lead data analysis processes to set targeted school improvement priorities and strengthen Tier 1 instruction.
- Align resource allocation and intervention systems with academic goals to promote equity, accountability, and measurable impact.
- Design and implement sustained professional development frameworks to advance vertical articulation and staff growth.
K–5 Math Specialist
Trumbull Public Schools
Trumbull, USA
09.2004 - 07.2022
- Led coaching cycles to elevate instructional clarity and enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated professional learning aligned with curriculum goals, driving strategic improvement initiatives.
- Guided faculty in data discussions to foster informed instructional decision-making culture.
- Reinforced consistent instructional routines and behavioral expectations for safe, orderly environments.
- Advanced schoolwide initiatives to improve instructional practices across the entire building.
Supervisor of Student Teachers
Southern CT State University
09.2000 - 08.2004
- Supervised student teachers during classroom placements and field experiences.
- Evaluated performance through classroom observations and structured feedback sessions.
- Provided coaching to improve classroom management and instructional effectiveness.
- Organized training sessions for new student teachers and mentor educators.
Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 3–5)
Norwalk Public Schools
Norwalk, USA
01.1989 - 06.2000
- Established inclusive classroom environments that fostered academic achievement and encouraged positive student behavior.
- Delivered rigorous, standards-based instruction across content areas.
- Coordinated testing and led math instruction, enhancing curriculum delivery and supporting teacher collaboration.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
03.2026
M.S. - Elementary Education
University of Bridgeport
B.S. - Psychology
Slippery Rock University
Skills
- Elementary curriculum expertise
- Instruction supervision
- Team leadership
- Judgment and decision-making
- Clear and Professional Communication
- Ethical leadership
Certification
- Connecticut 092 Intermediate Administration
- Connecticut 105 Department Chairperson
Core Leadership Competencies
- Strategic School Improvement
- Instructional Supervision and Evaluation
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Systems-Level Curriculum Alignment
- Professional Development Leadership
- Budget and Resource Alignment
- Family and Community Engagement
- Safe and Supportive School Climate
- Organizational Leadership
Timeline
K–5 Math Program Leader
Trumbull Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
K–5 Math Specialist
Trumbull Public Schools
09.2004 - 07.2022
Supervisor of Student Teachers
Southern CT State University
09.2000 - 08.2004
Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 3–5)
Norwalk Public Schools
01.1989 - 06.2000
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
M.S. - Elementary Education
University of Bridgeport
B.S. - Psychology
Slippery Rock University