Ramona D. Hamilton
Carson,CA
Summary
Instructional leader and assistant principal with a record of using data to guide intervention, strengthen teaching, and support student achievement. Leads special education compliance, staff development, parent engagement, and campus operations with a focus on equity, access, and measurable results for diverse learners.
Overview
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1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal Instructional Specialist, LDS
93rd Street Elementary
Los Angeles Unified School District, California
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Supervised instructional programs aligned with Los Angeles Unified School District standards.
- Coordinated teacher observations and staff evaluations to enhance instructional quality and alignment with district rubrics.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing targeted professional development opportunities.
- Assisted the principal in meeting special education compliance obligations
- Ensure appropriate services and instruction for students with disabilities are provided
- Facilitate active parent participation in all aspects of the IEP process and the school program.
- Managed Special Education Paraprofessionals
- Oversaw student discipline and attendance procedures to ensure compliance with school policies.
Assistant Principal Instructional Specialist, LDS
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
Carson, California
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Ensure appropriate services and instruction for students with disabilities are provided
- Verified adherence to special education regulations during compliance reviews, supporting principal in maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Encouraged parents to engage actively in their children's educational planning and school events. in all aspects of the IEP process and the school program.
Principal Extended School Year
Denker Ave. Elementary
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with stakeholders, including teachers, parents, community members, service providers, paraprofessionals, and health care providers, to ensure continuity of learning and services outlined in students' individual education plans.
- Oversaw implementation of school curriculum and provided teaching equipment to support teachers' instructional needs.
- Applied instructional leadership to ensure the daily operation of the instructional day
- Maintained instructional focus with staff through comprehensive feedback.
- Managed enrollment, transportation, and attendance in accordance with IDEA and school policy.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Student Support Progress Team Case Manager
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided structural and systematic academic and behavioral support to students and families, addressing underachievement in specialized populations.
- Monitored effectiveness of schoolwide tiered support, ensuring targeted assistance for struggling students.
- Recommend differentiated and systematic supports for students in the least restrictive environments
- Make data-based decisions regarding the educational needs of the school.
- Work in partnership with teachers, parents, and administration to create a culture of collaboration and support.
- Maintained confidential case records and referral documentation.
- Facilitated communication between families and school, strengthening support for student needs and increasing family involvement. for Amblers Ave. Elementary student and parent concerns.
Testing Coordinator
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Coordinated state and district testing calendars for magnet and dual-language programs to ensure alignment with educational standards.
- Prepared secure testing materials, booklets, and answer documents for assessment sessions.
- Developed interim assessments and intervention schedules to support student needs.
- Facilitated staff development sessions for teachers, enhancing their understanding of the Smarter Balanced Assessment and improving assessment delivery.
- Modeled lessons on test taking strategies using research based instructional practices to build teacher capacity and self-efficacy.
- Organized instructional materials for Saturday Success Academy, providing targeted intervention for at-risk students, resulting in 30% of participants moving at least one band on the Smarter Balanced Assessment Test.
Magnet Coordinator
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Coordinated between Magnet Program and Resident School Program to create a cohesive learning environment that serves all students effectively.
- Facilitated communication among students, parents, teachers, and community organizations to foster shared responsibility for student academic success through workshops and assemblies.
- Managed enrollment, documentation, and differentiated resources for a rigorous program aligned with the school's theme of Gifted and High Achieving.
Gate Coordinator
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Conducted schoolwide screening of data and referrals for GATE testing, achieving district goal of 6% GATE identification.
- Ensured identified students received clustered and differentiated instruction, providing access to enriched and rigorous instructional programs.
- Designed related professional development and parent workshops to address the needs of students in specialized populations.
- Supported enrollment, attendance, and registration processes, enhancing overall school office efficiency.
Intervention Coordinator
AmblerAve. Elementary,High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Developed high-quality, research-based instructional intervention program utilizing a multi-tiered approach, enhancing support for diverse student learning needs
- Participate in teacher articulation to determine learning rate and to modify or intensify services which reflect 100% of students in grades 3-5 who are in need of instructional support receiving some form of strategic intervention. This interaction contributed to an over 50% increase in ELA among grades 3-5 students on Local District Interim Assessments Blocks (IABs).
- Supported at-risk students and families through parent support groups and workshops, fostering community engagement and academic success.
Elementary Instructional Coach, LDS
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
Carson, California
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Coached teachers in gifted magnet and dual language instructional strategies.
- Modeled lessons across elementary classrooms and shared effective teaching practices.
- Delivered instructional support and resources in ELA and Math to enhance teacher effectiveness and student engagement in Virtual Summer Accelerated Learning Program.
- Observed instruction and provided feedback aligned with school curriculum goals.
Instructional Leadership Team
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with principal to analyze formative and summative data on attendance, behavior, and student achievement, enhancing leadership capacity to support school mission and goals.
- Conducted staff development to promote adaptive change, empowering teachers to implement intentional and targeted classroom strategies.
- Developed program proposal for establishing Dual Language Program on campus for 2017-2018 school year, expanding diverse learning options for school community.
- Participated in teacher observations and provided actionable feedback.
Education
School Leadership Program - Clear Credential
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA04-2026
Master of Arts - Education
California State University, Dominguez Hills
05-2018
Administrative Service Credential -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
05-2018
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
12-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Dominguez Hills
05-1998
Skills
- Special education compliance
- Instructional leadership
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum assessment
- Teacher evaluation
- Staff development
- Data analysis
Certification
Aspiring Assistant Principals Program June 3, 2020, Future Ready Leader June 18, 2020
Commendations
Excellence in Education Award January 13, 2017, Excelling Magnet Program Award 2017-2018 & 2018-2019
Timeline
Assistant Principal Instructional Specialist, LDS
93rd Street Elementary
08.2023 - 06.2026
Principal Extended School Year
Denker Ave. Elementary
06.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Principal Instructional Specialist, LDS
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Elementary Instructional Coach, LDS
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
06.2020 - 08.2020
Student Support Progress Team Case Manager
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2019 - 01.2021
Testing Coordinator
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2018 - 01.2021
Magnet Coordinator
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2017 - 01.2021
Gate Coordinator
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2017 - 01.2021
Intervention Coordinator
AmblerAve. Elementary,High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2017 - 01.2021
Instructional Leadership Team
Ambler Ave. Elementary, High Achieving Gifted Magnet & Dual Language School
01.2011 - 01.2017
School Leadership Program - Clear Credential
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Master of Arts - Education
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Administrative Service Credential -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Dominguez Hills