Lydia Tsiforas

Assistant Principal

PS2Q The Alfred Zimberg School

08.2012 - Current

Provide leadership and support to staff, fostering a positive and collaborative school culture.
Oversee curriculum development and implementation, resulting in a 15% improvement in standardized test scores within two academic years.
Conduct regular teacher evaluations, providing constructive feedback to enhance teaching methods and improve student outcomes.
Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
Led school-wide initiatives focused on increasing attendance rates and reducing dropout numbers.
Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
Developed comprehensive assessment systems to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Oversaw curriculum design process to ensure alignment with state standards and best practices in education.
Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
Streamlined administrative processes to maximize efficiency in daily operations at the school level.
Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
Championed extracurricular activities that promoted well-rounded student development beyond academics.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Mentored new teachers in navigating their roles within the school system effectively.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
Built strong relationships with local community organizations for outreach efforts supporting both student learning and school reputation.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal, Summer School Supervisor

UFT Teacher Center Specialist

Elementary School Teacher

Education

Administration Diploma -

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal, Summer School Supervisor

Assistant Principal

UFT Teacher Center Specialist

Elementary School Teacher

Administration Diploma -

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

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