Michele Ramos
Summary
Equity-focused leader enhancing educator capacity and access to student-centered, culturally responsive instruction. Cultivates collaborative professional communities and utilizes data-driven decision-making to align practices with district priorities. Empowers teams to deliver high-quality instruction and achieve improved outcomes for all students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Public School 16R
Staten Island, New York
05.2015 - Current
- Leads a standards-aligned instructional vision grounded in the NYCPS Next Generation Learning Standards, resulting in measurable gains in ELA and Math proficiency
- Drives data-informed decision-making cycles (i.e., inquiry teams, data chats, and progress monitoring) to accelerate student achievement across subgroups
- Cultivates positive, inclusive school culture emphasizing equity and student voice through restorative practices, resulting in reduced suspensions and improved attendance
- Develops teacher capacity through differentiated coaching, inter-visitations, and actionable feedback aligned to Danielson Framework (Advance)
- Implements rigorous curriculum fidelity through systematic walkthroughs, lesson study cycles, and alignment to HQIM (high-quality instructional materials)
- Leads MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) to ensure targeted academic and behavioral interventions for all learners, including SWDs and ENL students
- Partners with families and community stakeholders to strengthen engagement, increase participation, and support whole-child development
- Manages school operations, budget, and compliance in alignment with NYC DOE policies, optimizing resource allocation to support instructional priorities
- Cultivates distributed leadership by developing teacher leaders, grade team leaders, and instructional coaches to sustain school-wide improvement
- Enhances equity outcomes by analyzing disaggregated data and implementing targeted strategies for historically underserved student populations, leading to increased student engagement and achievement
- Oversees effective implementation of IEPs and English Language Learner supports, ensuring compliance and student progress
- Strengthens early literacy and foundational skills through evidence-based reading practices aligned to Science of Reading principles
- Sets clear school-wide expectations for teaching and learning, enhancing classroom rigor and fostering increased student engagement
- Facilitates professional learning communities (PLCs) that promoted collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Responds strategically to NYCPS accountability metrics (e.g., School Quality Guide, Panorama Survey) to drive continuous school improvement
- Leads crisis response and student safety protocols, maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment
Assistant Principal
NYCDOE
Staten Island, New York
11.2009 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with teachers to develop curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff on best practices.
- Coordinated student assessments and analyzed performance data to inform instructional adjustments.
- Managed daily operations and addressed student behavioral issues effectively.
- Supported community engagement initiatives to foster partnerships with families.
- Mentored new teachers, enhancing classroom management techniques and fostering confidence.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans and feedback from parents and students.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Demonstrated effective decision-making skills in school environment.
- Developed positive school climate through effective communication and community engagement initiatives.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - School District Leader Certificate
Bank Street College of Education
New York05-2026
Master of Science - Educational Administration And Supervision
Fordham University
New York05-2007
Master of Arts - Urban Education, English as a Second Language
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Spanish
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY05-2001
Skills
- Strategic vision and goal alignment
- Systems thinking and coherence
- Equity-driven decision-making
- Data analysis and performance monitoring
- Instructional leadership for rigor and fidelity
- Talent recruitment and development
- Executive communication and stakeholder engagement
- Change management and reform leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic resource allocation and fiscal stewardship
- Policy development and implementation
- Political acumen and stakeholder navigation
- Organizational leadership and team effectiveness
- Crisis leadership and risk management
- Community partnership development
- Innovation and technology integration
- Results-oriented accountability
- Cultural competency and inclusive leadership
Certification
- School District Leader, Professional Certificate (pending)
- School Administrator/Supervisor, Permanent Certificate
- Pre Kindergarten, Kindergarten And Grades 1-6, Permanent Certificate
- English To Speakers Of Other Languages, Permanent Certificate
Timeline
Principal
Public School 16R
05.2015 - Current
Assistant Principal
NYCDOE
11.2009 - 05.2015
Post-Graduate Certificate - School District Leader Certificate
Bank Street College of Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration And Supervision
Fordham University
Master of Arts - Urban Education, English as a Second Language
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Spanish
Iona College