Kimberly Romeril

Strategic and student-centered educational leader with over 15 years of experience driving large-scale improvement across K–12 systems. Skilled in designing and leading high-impact mentoring and instructional frameworks, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, performance management, and scalable support structures. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams, developing talent, and building systems that improve student achievement, graduation outcomes, and equity. Expert in curriculum alignment, professional learning design, operational leadership, and educational technology integration. Known for building strong cultures of trust, setting clear goals, and leading through change with clarity and accountability.

• Nomination for ACSA (Association of California School Administrators) District Administrator of the Year (2025)
• Implemented and monitored school-wide and district systems for continuous improvement, leading to increased student achievement and operational efficiency.
• Effectively led and managed large teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Oversee and manage multi-million dollar budgets across school and district levels, ensuring strategic resource allocation.
• Championed district-wide initiatives to improve student outcomes, contributing to measurable gains in equity and student success.
• Enhanced school safety and climate as part of the District-Wide Safety Improvement Initiative, with Hemet High serving as the pilot school.
• Led the development of Hemet High School’s mission and vision (2022), creating a unified approach to student achievement and engagement.

• Presented on Centering Relationships and Data for Informed Decision Making (February 2023) at the California Safe and Supportive Schools Conference.
• Tools for Teachers, CAASPP IAB Analysis: Skilled in utilizing assessment data to inform instructional shifts.
• Corwin Teacher Clarity Certification (Feb 2024) – Focused on high-impact, evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Improvement Science Methodologies (Aug 2022 - Present) – Extensive training from Studer and WestEd on data-driven leadership and systemic change.
• LETRS Administration Certification (Sep - Nov 2022) – Specialized in multi-tiered literacy instruction.
• National Institute of School Leadership (NISL) (2019-2020) – Certified in strategic decision-making, instructional leadership, and school improvement.
• Riverside County SELPA Inclusion Collaborative (2019) – Focused on equity, accessibility, and support for diverse learners.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid (2018) – Certified in identifying and responding to student mental health challenges.
• APBS International Conference (2018) – Specialized in Positive Behavior Supports (PBIS) for school-wide implementation.
• AVID Summer Institute (2017 & 2018) – Trained in middle school implementation and leadership for college and career readiness.
• Riverside County Office of Education (2016-Present) – Ongoing professional development in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and leadership.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Training (2010-2014) – Certified in IB counseling and coordination.

• Implemented a district-wide instructional framework grounded in evidence-based strategies (Hattie, Teacher Clarity, GRR).
• Developed and implemented school improvement systems aligned with scorecard metrics, resulting in measurable increases in student performance and climate indicators.
• Piloted and scaled data-informed walkthrough tools to improve instructional coaching and teacher development.
• Supported the redesign of master scheduling and placement systems to ensure equitable access to advanced coursework for middle school students.
• Co-led the implementation of professional learning systems (e.g., Lead Teacher, Squad Check-ins, Instructional Walks) to support distributed leadership and instructional calibration.