Raúl González
Summary
Experienced educator and DEI Practitioner interested in leadership positions that help promulgate opportunities for schoolwide diversity and inclusivity. Also experienced in establishing and managing international programs (with educational service components) that develop global citizens.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Turning Point School
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: A K-8 independent school with approximately 300 students and has a focus on DEIJ as an integral part of the learning process
- Create a comprehensive DEI strategy aligned with the organization's mission and values
- This involves assessing current diversity metrics and setting measurable goals for representation and inclusion
- Develop and implement training programs to raise awareness about diversity issues, unconscious bias, microaggressions, and other relevant topics
- Provide ongoing education for employees and leadership to ensure a shared understanding of DEI concepts
- Collaborate with senior leadership to secure their buy-in and commitment to DEI initiatives
- Provide guidance on integrating DEI principles into leadership practices
- Foster an environment where employees are culturally competent and able to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds
- Build relationships with external organizations, communities, and networks that can support the organization's DEI efforts and enhance its reputation
- Address and mediate diversity-related conflicts within the workplace
- Provide resources and support for students who experience discrimination or bias
- Manage the budget allocated for DEI initiatives, including training, events, and resources
- Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging trends in DEI
- Regularly assess and adjust the DEI strategy based on feedback and changing circumstances
- Develop and present regular reports to senior leadership and the board of directors, highlighting progress and challenges related to DEI goals
- A K-8 independent school with approximately 300 students and has a focus on DEIJ as an integral part of the learning process
Associate Head of School for Academic Affairs
GSD International School
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Company Overview: A pre-k- 11th Grade international independent school with approximately 500 students and has a focus on bilingual education
- Designed and oversaw a comprehensive academic curriculum from Pre-K through 11th Grade; curriculum involved all core academic subjects and includes robotics, chess, and swimming
- Managed the operating budget, finances, hiring, student admissions and public communications for the school
- Supervised all Division Heads and over 100 Faculty and Staff members
- Increased total number of students by 40% in two years by establishing a strong educational reputation in San José
- Developed and implemented Virtual Learning Programs for Pre-K through 11th Grade
- Led Global Initiatives Program; created travel and student engagement activities; oversaw budgets; established safety measures
- Managed planning and construction of our athletic facilities including but not limited to football and soccer fields
- Established a partnership with Providence Day School in Charlotte, NC; Partnership created to build mutual satellite programs between schools
- A pre-k- 11th Grade international independent school with approximately 500 students and has a focus on bilingual education
Affinity Latinx Group Lead Facilitator
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Served as a Lead Facilitator for the Latinx Affinity Family Group; organized and facilitated a shared discussion around the world around the vast variety of the Latinx culture for over 300 faculty from around the nation
Diversity & Inclusivity Programs
Palmer Trinity School
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Designed systemic DEI programs at multiple academic levels including administration, faculty, students and parents
- Assisted in the development and implementation of the Mosaic Inclusivity Curriculum; a curriculum for grades 6—12 focused on identity, empathy, and social topics
- Served as the Chairperson of the Mosaic Curriculum Committee; tasked with developing and overseeing the development of over 112 unique lessons on identity
- Collaborated with Palmer Trinity’s Diversity Director to lead monthly facilitation training for both faculty and students
- Co-created the Student Diversity Committee; committee represented over 25 students from various grades
Spanish Language & Film Teacher
Palmer Trinity School
01.1999 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: A 6th- 12th grade College Preparatory school with 800 students and has a focus IB and AP curriculum
- Taught world languages at all linguistic levels, including Advanced Placement Spanish literature
- Served as ESL Director; developed ESL English and History courses; managed and trained ESOL teachers
- Instructed Latin American filmmaking courses (pre-production, post-production, to marketing)
- Exchange Program Coordinator; semester/summer exchange with Marista Champagnat School in Salamanca
- Lead Class Advisor; developed month-long curricula for student advisory program that increased student leadership skills and student academic success
- Facilitated teacher/student mediation that drove students’ conflict resolution skills
- A 6th- 12th grade College Preparatory school with 800 students and has a focus IB and AP curriculum
International English Program Consultant
Funza Colombia
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Designed and implemented the English program for grades Kindergarten—11th grade
- Recruited and hired Native-English speaking teachers locally and internationally
- Provided teacher training and syllabi development for the entire faculty
- Authored 6 levels of English textbooks for each grade within the school
- Created and administered Teacher Evaluations to measure faculty objectives and performance; findings help demonstrate to teachers how they can become better
Founder, Trip Leader
Palmer Trinity School
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Established a multi-year service-learning experience with the St
- Thomas School in Lamecette, Haiti; provided over eight experiences for 60+ students and faculty
- Spearheaded a fundraising campaign that garnered over $80,000; funds helped build the only brick-structured school, water well, and restroom facility in the entire Lamecette village
- Organized and led a separate medical trip to Haiti with nationally recruited doctors; trips provided health and dental services to over four hundred villagers in Lamecette, Haiti
Spanish AP Literature Exam Reader
College Board/ ETS
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Served on the College Board/ETS as a Spanish AP Literature Exam Reader; reader for Operational, Pilot, Alternate and Exceptional Exams
- Member of the Spanish AP Literature and Culture Development Committee
- Collaborated on writing and approving the Spanish AP Literature and Culture Exam; developed over 200 unique questions for the exam
- Instructed thousands of teachers as Instruction Expert for the Spanish AP Literature and Culture Course
Spanish Language Exchange Program Coordinator
Palmer Trinity School
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Developed and coordinated a Semester and Summer Exchange Program between Palmer Trinity and Salamanca’s Marista Champagnat School
- Aligned curriculum between both schools so that students were able to participate and at the same time comply with their requirements
- Organized and supervised the home-stay portion of the program and provided appropriate support for both students and host families
- Spearheaded the parallel Summer Exchange Program with Salamanca students in Miami
Education
Annual Summer School - BLACK EUROPE
Interrogating Citizenship, Race and Ethnic Relations Summer Course
07.2018
Master of Arts - Spanish Language and Culture
University of Salamanca
01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication and Theater
University of Sacred Heart
01.1993
Skills
- Executive Administrative Leadership
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Curriculum Implementation
- International Partnerships
- Travel
- Placement Programs
Hobbies and Interests
- International Travel
- Cooking
- Producing and Directing Theatre and Film
- Reading
- Volleyball
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Turning Point School
01.2022 - Current
Associate Head of School for Academic Affairs
GSD International School
05.2019 - 12.2021
International English Program Consultant
Funza Colombia
01.2017 - 01.2018
Affinity Latinx Group Lead Facilitator
01.2016 - 01.2019
Founder, Trip Leader
Palmer Trinity School
01.2013 - 01.2018
Diversity & Inclusivity Programs
Palmer Trinity School
01.2011 - 01.2019
Spanish AP Literature Exam Reader
College Board/ ETS
01.2010 - 01.2018
Spanish Language Exchange Program Coordinator
Palmer Trinity School
01.2009 - 01.2018
Spanish Language & Film Teacher
Palmer Trinity School
01.1999 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Spanish Language and Culture
University of Salamanca
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication and Theater
University of Sacred Heart
Annual Summer School - BLACK EUROPE
Interrogating Citizenship, Race and Ethnic Relations Summer Course
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