Mary Melvin
Encino,California
Summary
Extensive experience in supporting instructional leadership across diverse educational settings, including elementary and continuation schools. Advised administrators on data-driven decision-making processes, enhancing the use of platforms such as i-Ready and MyPGS. Championed the development of leadership teams through clear communication and collaborative practices aimed at addressing the needs of underserved student populations. Focused on increasing instructional rigor through strategic instruction rounds and data analysis.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director
Region North
Los Angeles, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Monitor instructional activities and outcomes to ensure alignment with established goals and objectives found in our LAUSD strategic plan.
- Advise school administrators on utilizing data and resources such as i-Ready and the MyPGS platform.
- I encourage sharing best practices and coherent support systems to foster an atmosphere of collaboration among administrators in my network.
- Provide leadership and guidance in implementing evidence-based instructional strategies through instructional rounds, designed to improve student achievement.
Community of Schools Administrator (COSA)
LAUSD Region Northwest
Los Angeles, CA
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Supervised and supported administrators for 22 schools, from elementary to continuation.
- Designed and implemented systems for a positive school climate that focused on a “community of care,” and incorporated restorative practices and mindfulness.
- Developed leadership teams through collaborative practices and clear communication to support our underserved students.
- Utilized data and curriculum mapping as a tool to increase instructional rigor for all students.
Director
LAUSD Local District NorthWest
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Supervise and support principals to best meet the needs of their students and school communities.
- Develop, present, and implement professional development that is triple-tracked.
- Examine and calibrate instructional data to provide feedback and direction to the administration.
- Utilizing data to evaluate school programs and determine needs.
Principal
Porter Ranch Community School K-8
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Designed, delivered, and coordinated our new school's opening, addressing construction needs, and future expansion.
- Supervised and supported a span school, focusing on continuous improvement, and supporting and expanding the dual-language program.
- Addressed and resolved conflicts with community members and the school, and facilitated communications and meetings between the community and school personnel.
- Developed a comprehensive middle school master schedule.
Principal
Lanai Road Elementary School
Los Angeles, CA
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Established a climate of high expectations for all students by using data, performance indicators, and a standards-based curriculum to drive decision-making, planning, and curriculum design; as a result, API scores increased consistently during my tenure.
- Effectively collaborated with parent groups, such as the Site Council, PTA, and other volunteer programs.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
California State University Northridge
06-2026
Master of Arts - Educational Administration, Credential, Administrative Services
California State University Northridge
01.2002
Skills
Adaptive Leadership
Cognitive Coaching
Restorative Justice
Dispute Resolution
Instructional leadership
Timeline
Regional Director
Region North
07.2023 - Current
Community of Schools Administrator (COSA)
LAUSD Region Northwest
06.2020 - 06.2023
Director
LAUSD Local District NorthWest
06.2019 - 06.2020
Principal
Porter Ranch Community School K-8
01.2012 - 01.2019
Principal
Lanai Road Elementary School
01.2006 - 01.2012
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
California State University Northridge
Master of Arts - Educational Administration, Credential, Administrative Services
California State University Northridge
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