Rosanne Oliverio
Dean of Students/Assistant Principal
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Strategic and outcomes-driven educational leader with 18 years of experience delivering measurable gains in student achievement, strengthening instructional capacity, and transforming school culture. Expert in restorative practices, student support systems, and operational leadership that ensures consistency, clarity, and high expectations school-wide. Respected collaborator with families and community partners, fostering trust, transparency, and shared responsibility for student success. Poised to serve as an Assistant Principal who leads with vision, decisiveness, and integrity—aligning people, systems, and strategy to drive excellence for every student.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students/Assistant Principal
Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School
Buffalo, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Led disciplinary processes, ensuring fair treatment while upholding school standards and values.
- Established policies promoting a safe and inclusive school environment, fostering student well-being and success.
- Conducted regular assessments of student behavior trends to inform strategic decision-making for interventions.
- Collaborated with faculty to design programs addressing diverse student needs, improving support services.
- Coordinated communication between parents, students, and administration to resolve conflicts and promote collaboration.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent incidents of bullying or harassment within the school community.
- Enhanced school spirit by coordinating extracurricular activities that promoted camaraderie among students.
Lead ELA Teacher & Mentor Teacher
Buffalo Academy Of Science High School
Buffalo, NY
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Achieved an 89% passing rate for the 2023-2024 ELA 11 Regents exam through targeted instructional strategies and student support, 2% increase from the year prior.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform and drive effective curriculum design, ensuring tailored instruction for diverse learning needs.
- Designed cross-curricular lessons aligned with New York State Standards, supporting students across all academic levels.
- Collaborated with school leadership to foster a positive school culture and strengthen relationships with the community and stakeholders.
- Promoted effective communication by integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities to enhance students' language skills.
- Led engaging, interactive group activities to motivate students and promote deeper understanding of course material.
- Incorporated multimedia tools and technology to present content in innovative and engaging ways, enhancing student learning.
- Fostered student curiosity through hands-on, creative activities that connected real-world experiences to academic content.
- Lead department meetings, providing insights and strategies to support student achievement and continuous improvement.
- Engaged with parents daily to resolve concerns and align educational priorities, ensuring a collaborative approach to student success.
- Assessed student comprehension daily through a combination of exams and in-depth essay assignments and questioning techniques, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of material.
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
Lead ELA Teacher
School District Of Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2008 - 08.2021
- Designed and piloted AP English courses, achieving a 96% passing rate within the first year by implementing effective instructional strategies and student support.
- Collaborated with staff and teachers to create individualized educational plans, optimizing learning outcomes for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated meetings with students, parents, and administrators to resolve academic and behavioral issues, ensuring a collaborative approach to student success.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Led Professional Development Conferences in Palm Beach County, sharing instructional best practices and curriculum design strategies with fellow educators.
- Evaluated student performance through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests, tracking academic progress and adjusting instruction as needed.
- Created and implemented behavior management plans to address individual student challenges, promoting a positive classroom environment.
Educational Consultant
Charter Schools USA
Miami, FL
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Coached and managed teachers through new curriculum implementation while reinforcing restorative practices and high expectations, achieving a 92% student passing rate in Year 1 and a 15–20% increase in overall academic performance.
- Led curriculum alignment and instructional improvement in partnership with school leadership, strengthening academic rigor, classroom culture, and assessment practices, resulting in double-digit student proficiency growth and clearer expectations across grade levels.
- Built strong family partnerships through consistent, data-informed communication and academic support, improving student accountability, engagement, and attendance while reinforcing a positive, student-centered school culture.
Education
New York State SBL Certification - Educational Leadership
SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh12-2024
M.Ed. - Educational Administration And Leadership
Barry University
Miami, FL12-2013
Bachelor of Science - Adolescent Education, Grades 5-12
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY12-2007
Skills
- Restorative practices & PBIS
- School safety & student supervision
- Instructional leadership & literacy development
- Teacher mentoring & coaching
- Family engagement & communication
- Relationship-building & collaboration
- Data-informed decision-making
- Student discipline & documentation
- Community engagement
- Crisis management
- Multi-tiered support systems
- Staff development
Certification
- New York State School Building Leader Certification: Educational Leadership Certification - New York Department of Education.
- New York State Permanent Teaching Certification in Secondary English Education, grades 5-12.
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Dean of Students/Assistant Principal
Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School
08.2025 - Current
Lead ELA Teacher & Mentor Teacher
Buffalo Academy Of Science High School
08.2021 - 08.2025
Educational Consultant
Charter Schools USA
06.2016 - 06.2020
Lead ELA Teacher
School District Of Palm Beach County
08.2008 - 08.2021
New York State SBL Certification - Educational Leadership
SUNY Plattsburgh
M.Ed. - Educational Administration And Leadership
Barry University
Bachelor of Science - Adolescent Education, Grades 5-12
SUNY College At Brockport