Michael Calandra
Williamsville,New York
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Williamsville Central School District, enhancing student engagement and academic performance through strategic curriculum planning and strong relationship building. Skilled in instructional leadership and fostering a safe learning environment, I effectively managed staff development and implemented successful special education programs, driving continuous improvement in school culture.
Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering 5-year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Principal
Williamsville Central School District
09.2003 - 06.2021
- Led diverse educational programs to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to improve school culture and community involvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to create data-driven strategies for curriculum development and assessment practices.
- Oversaw staff professional development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning among educators.
- Managed school budgets effectively, prioritizing resource allocation to maximize educational outcomes.
- Conducted regular evaluations of faculty performance, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Advocated for students' needs at district meetings, influencing policy changes that benefit the school community.
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members, promoting continuous growth and learning.
- Coordinated special education programs to address the unique needs of individual learners effectively while ensuring compliance with legal mandates.
- Assessed student achievement through standardized testing, using results to inform instructional practices and interventions.
- Supported students'' social-emotional well-being through the implementation of counseling programs and services.
- Fostered an inclusive school culture that celebrated diversity and promoted respect among all members of the community.
- Established a safe and secure campus environment by implementing effective safety procedures and protocols.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, open houses, and community events.
- Oversaw daily operations of the school, including scheduling, staffing decisions, facility management, and event coordination.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement and guide instructional practices.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in instructional practices.
- Led strategic planning efforts to set short-and long-term goals for continued academic success within the school community.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to education policies and requirements.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging curriculum and lesson plans that aligned with state standards.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
Assistant Principal
Williamsville Central School District
09.2000 - 06.2003
- Led disciplinary procedures to ensure a safe and respectful learning environment for all students.
- Fostered partnerships with parents and community organizations to support student achievement initiatives.
- Supervised daily operations of the school, ensuring compliance with district policies and regulations.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Assistant Principal
Amherst Central School District
09.1998 - 09.2000
- Mentored teachers in classroom management techniques, leading to increased student satisfaction rates.
- Facilitated student support services, ensuring access to resources for diverse learning needs.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
Education
Master of Science - Administration/ Second Language Acquisition
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-1992
Bachelor of Science - Business And Distributive Education
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY12-1987
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Student engagement
- Parent communication
- Teacher support
- Staff management
- School safety
- Curriculum planning
- Special education
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and networking
Certification
Business and Distributive Education
French Education
School Building Adminsitration
Timeline
Middle School Principal
Williamsville Central School District
09.2003 - 06.2021
Assistant Principal
Williamsville Central School District
09.2000 - 06.2003
Assistant Principal
Amherst Central School District
09.1998 - 09.2000
Master of Science - Administration/ Second Language Acquisition
SUNY At Buffalo
Bachelor of Science - Business And Distributive Education
SUNY Buffalo State