Michael Barella
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Greenfield USD and Bakersfield City SD excelling in clinical supervision and instructional coaching. Proven track record in enhancing student achievement through effective curriculum alignment and professional development. Skilled in providing data-driven feedback and fostering collaborative environments, while mentoring educators to implement best practices and meet Teaching Performance Expectations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
University Supervisor
University of LaVerne
Bakersfield, CA
2024 - Current
- Provide clinical supervision to student teachers and interns enrolled in teacher credential and administrative induction programs.
- Conduct regular classroom observations using established evaluation protocols, assess alignment with Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs), and provide constructive feedback to support candidate growth.
- Collaborate with school site cooperating teachers and program coordinators to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
- Document candidate performance, maintain compliance records, and communicate progress to university faculty and program directors.
- Provided clinical supervision to student teachers and interns enrolled in teacher credential and administrative induction programs.
- Conducted regular classroom observations using established evaluation protocols, assessed alignment with Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs), and provided constructive feedback to support candidate growth.
Vice Principal
Bakersfield City School District
Bakersfield, California
07.2018 - 06.2024
- Supported school operations and assisted with teacher supervision, evaluation, and professional development.
- Conducted classroom observations, provided feedback, and supported teachers in implementing district initiatives.
- Collaborated with staff to improve instructional practices and support student achievement.
- [District Name]
- Developed and implemented academic programs aimed at improving student engagement and achievement.
- Managed student discipline processes, promoting a positive school climate and addressing behavioral concerns effectively.
Principal
Greenfield USD, Bakersfield City SD
City, CA
08.1990 - 06.2018
- Led a school serving approximately [X] students and supervising [X] certificated and [X] classified staff.
- Provided instructional leadership, teacher evaluation, and professional development to improve classroom practices and student achievement.
- Mentored beginning teachers and supported new educators in implementing best practices aligned to state standards.
- Evaluated teacher performance against rigorous criteria and provided coaching to support instructional improvement.
- [District Name]
- Developed and implemented school-wide initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Led professional development workshops focusing on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum with state standards and best practices in education.
- Implemented systems for tracking student progress and identifying at-risk students for targeted intervention.
- Fostered a collaborative environment among staff through shared leadership and decision-making processes.
- Provided mentoring and coaching to new teachers to support their professional growth and retention.
Classroom Teacher
Greenfield Union School District GFUSD
City, CA
08.1990 - 06.2000
- Taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades using research-based instructional methodologies and differentiation to meet diverse learner needs.
- Participated in professional learning communities, contributed to curriculum development, and collaborated with colleagues to improve instruction.
- [District Name]
Education
Master's Degree - Education
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CABachelor of Arts - Education
California State University
CASkills
- Clinical Supervision
- Mentoring
- Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs) assessment
- Classroom observation protocols
- Instructional coaching
- Feedback
- Intern support
- Credential candidate support
- Cooperating teacher collaboration
- Clinical practice evaluation
- Educational Leadership
- Administrative Services credential
- Multiple Subjects credential
- Instructional best practices
- Common Core integration
- Curriculum alignment
- School improvement initiatives
- Program evaluation
- Professional development facilitation
- Formative assessment
- Summative assessment
- Detailed observation notes
- Performance rubric development
- Data-driven feedback
- Compliance documentation
- Digital portfolio review
- Teaching methodology evaluation
Professional Affiliations And Additional Training
- [Professional organizations, e.g., ACSA, California Council of Administrators and Supervisors]
- [Recent professional development in clinical supervision, TPE assessment, or related areas]
- Experience with teacher evaluation systems and rubrics
- Training in instructional coaching and feedback delivery
References
Available upon request
University Experience
- Currently serving as University Supervisor, University of LaVerne
- Clinical supervision of credential and induction candidates
- Teaching Performance Expectations (TPE) assessment and evaluation
Credentials
Multiple Subjects Credential (Clear), [Additional credentials if applicable], Clear Administrative Services Credential, State of California
Timeline
Vice Principal
Bakersfield City School District
07.2018 - 06.2024
Principal
Greenfield USD, Bakersfield City SD
08.1990 - 06.2018
Classroom Teacher
Greenfield Union School District GFUSD
08.1990 - 06.2000
University Supervisor
University of LaVerne
2024 - Current
Master's Degree - Education
Fresno Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
California State University