Kristin Circelli
Belmar,NJ
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience in enhancing school culture and driving academic success. Currently serves as Academy Principal at Long Branch High School, managing academic progress and instructional improvement for 1,500 students. Skilled in data-driven decision-making and operational management, with a strong background in mathematics education. Committed to teacher development and student achievement, actively mentoring educators and addressing challenges within the school environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academy Principal
Long Branch High School
Long Branch, USA
07.2023 - Current
- Lead all aspects of student discipline, class attendance, and daily attendance monitoring for assigned academy.
- Drive Title I and school improvement initiatives, including MTSS and targeted support strategies.
- Oversee building safety and operations, working collaboratively with security and facilities teams.
- Collaborate with guidance counselors to track student progress toward graduation and intervene early when needed.
- Initiate and implement schoolwide programs to address identified academic and behavioral issues.
- Serve as instructional leader for the Mathematics Department: analyze student performance data, guide curriculum alignment, and lead professional development.
- Use data to guide schoolwide instructional systems and curriculum decisions.
- Promote a positive school climate grounded in continuous improvement and equity.
Middle School Mathematics Teacher / Head Math Teacher
Long Branch Middle School
Long Branch, USA
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Taught middle school mathematics for 7 years, using differentiated instruction and formative assessments to drive growth.
- Selected as Teacher of the Year, 2021 for exceptional instructional practices and student engagement.
- Served as Head Math Teacher: collaborated with supervisor to align curriculum, lead PLCs, and implement school-wide initiatives.
- Supported and mentored new math teachers, contributing to team development and instructional consistency.
Summer Program Facilitator
Long Branch Public Schools
- Designed and facilitated a middle school summer program focused on both academic enrichment and interest-based learning.
- Managed staffing, scheduling, and curriculum development to provide engaging summer learning experiences.
Education
M.A. - Educational Leadership
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ08-2023
B.A. - Business Administration (Accounting)
Monmouth University
Long Branch, NJ01-2001
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Curriculum Design & Alignment
- Policy and procedure development
- Student Discipline & Behavior Management
- Graduation Tracking & Guidance Support
- Attendance Monitoring Systems
- Data Analysis & School Improvement Planning
- Staff Supervision & Professional Development
- Collaborative Leadership
Certification
- Principal Certification - Certificate of Eligibility
- Supervisor Certification - Standard
- Elementary School Teacher K - 6
- Middle School with Subject-Matter Specialization: Mathematics in Grades 5 - 8
Timeline
Academy Principal
Long Branch High School
07.2023 - Current
Middle School Mathematics Teacher / Head Math Teacher
Long Branch Middle School
01.2016 - 01.2023
Summer Program Facilitator
Long Branch Public Schools
M.A. - Educational Leadership
William Paterson University
B.A. - Business Administration (Accounting)
Monmouth University
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