Reagan Leo-Cavallaro
Assistant Principal Of Instruction
Chelsea,MI
Summary
Motivational Assistant Principal with a strong vision to provide teachers with intervention services to struggling readers. Well-organized and friendly with a successful track record of implementing effective programs in Title I schools. Well-versed in student needs assessment and providing creative instruction and constructive feedback. Ambitious and energetic with a welcoming and understanding demeanor. Strong creativity, logic and analytical skills. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Outstanding in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting teachers and educational assistants as advocate leader. Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Principal of Instruction
IDEA Public Charter School
San Antonio, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Monitored progress of students to ensure ALL students are on-track for college
- 96% of students passed all classes
- 90% Approaching | 60% Meets | 30% Mastered on STAAR/EOC
- Led instructional staff to achieve measurable and ambitious results
- Lead instructional staff to improve their teaching quickly and measurably through daily observations, on-the-spot coaching, data conversations, and effective evaluations
- Review teachers’ weekly lesson plans and provide feedback
- Synthesized, analyzed, and prioritized data and opportunities to develop strategies that achieve quantifiable goals
- Support creation and implementation of clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community
- Conduct 1:1 meetings with direct reports to monitor progress towards student goals and provide coaching
Advanced Placement Teacher & Coordinator
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
Waianae, Hawaii
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Administered diagnostic assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs, increasing Lexile levels 2 to 3 levels and passing AP Exam scores 20%.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations including .
- Prepared lesson plans according to assessment of student needs and learning ability.
- Coordinated with College Board to schedule Advanced Placement exam for all subject
Instructional Coach
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
Waianae, Hawaii
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of school-wide improvement and communicated results to 90+ teachers and administrators.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student writing needs, improving ACT writing scores to 71% passing.
- Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs; SWAWP (School-wide argumentative writing process)
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
Registrar
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
Waianae, HI
07.2012 - 05.2017
- Verified paperwork accuracy; checked for completion of over 90 teachers input prior to secure processing.
- Tracked and analyzed reports for over 90 teachers and 20+ educational assistants to determine where improvements in school-wide procedures could be made to assist with making key decisions.
- Increased school registrations by 88% with improved promotional approaches, outreach strategies and parent engagement plans.
- Completed master schedule with minimal supervision, contributing to successful improvement in overall school registration.
- Electronically generated daily attendance reports, monthly registration (admit/withdrawal) reports, quarterly/yearly report cards, transcripts and other reports aiding in instruction.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication between department heads and administration.
Literacy Coach
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
Waianae, Hawaii
07.2010 - 05.2012
- Performed administrative duties, including class visits and district walk-throughs for 16 teachers (both middle and high school)..
- Developed team communications and information for school-wide literacy initiative daily meetings.
- Worked with all teachers to understand needs and provide instructional strategies for struggling readers, increasing state test scores to 51% passing on first attempts.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
English Teacher
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
Waianae, MI
07.2008 - 05.2010
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for 136 freshmen.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Prepared students for Hawaii State Assessment (HSA) standardized testing, resulting in 51% passing scores on first attempt.
- Provided personal guidance for students struggling both in and out of classrooms, maintaining professionalism while helping students feel safe.
English Teacher
New Castle County Vocational Technical School District
Wilmington, DE
08.1999 - 07.2008
- Established safe learning environment promoting student development in important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges and behavior issues.
- Authored tests and quizzes to evaluate student learning and comprehension, with 86% on Delaware State Test Program.
Education
Master of Arts - Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI 10.2011 - 05.2012
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification - English K-12
Kean University
Union, NJ 01.1998 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition
High Point University
High Point, NC 08.1993 - 05.1997
Skills
Individual and group coaching
Instructional Planning Skills
Individualized Instruction
Excellent Communication Abilities
Committed To Continuous Improvement
Great Active Listening Skills
Ability to reflect
Building Blocks Of Learning
Group Tutoring
Student-centered learning
Classroom management
Work Availability
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Quote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Timeline
Assistant Principal of Instruction
IDEA Public Charter School
07.2021 - Current
Advanced Placement Teacher & Coordinator
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
08.2017 - 05.2021
Instructional Coach
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
08.2017 - 05.2021
Registrar
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
07.2012 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Education - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Hawaii At Manoa
10.2011 - 05.2012
Literacy Coach
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
07.2010 - 05.2012
English Teacher
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
07.2008 - 05.2010
English Teacher
New Castle County Vocational Technical School District
08.1999 - 07.2008
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification - English K-12
Kean University
01.1998 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - English Composition
High Point University
08.1993 - 05.1997