Ruth Baldivia
Denver,CO
Summary
Transformational educational leader with extensive experience in school improvement and turnaround initiatives. Achieved performance status for two schools previously classified as turned-around. Expertise in budget and personnel management, coupled with a strong focus on professional development, resulting in measurable improvements in academic performance and positive school climates.
Principalships:
- Edna and John W. Mosley P-8 (5 years).
- Boston P-8 (5 years).
- West Legacy High School (2 years).
- Denver North High School - Principal in Residence.
Teaching:
Mostly high schools.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Educational Leadership School Principal
Aurora Public Schools & Denver Public Schools
Denver Metro Area, CO
2013 - 2025
- Transitioned two schools from turnaround status to performance status.
- Consistently increased student academic performance, as measured by the Colorado School Performance Framework.
- Led school improvement initiatives to boost overall student achievement and a positive school climate.
- Provided professional coaching to individuals pursuing educational leadership roles.
- Conducted professional development workshops to enhance teaching and educational leadership methodologies throughout district
- Managed budget allocations efficiently to support educational programs and resources.
- Navigated diverse communities, with an emphasis on student and staff mental health.
- Mentored new and experienced school leaders, focusing on turnaround leadership strategies.
- Collaborated with district leadership committees to enhance academic performance across the district.
Dean of Students, Teacher
Aurora Public Schools, Denver Public Schools
Denver Metro Area, CO
1991 - 2012
- Established behavioral procedures to reinforce positive interactions between parents, students and faculty.
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, faculty and parents.
- Enforced behavior management interventions to improve learning environment and increase academic success.
- Communicated frequently by telephone, email and in-person meetings with families of students struggling to meet school expectations for discipline and attendance.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in student engagement and developed strategies for improvement.
- Coordinated crisis response planning with local law enforcement agencies.
- Instructed students in academic subjects, such as science and mathematics, in grades 6-12.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Developed or used assessment instruments to monitor student learning results.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
Co-Director Minority Arts And Science Program PT
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO
1997 - 1998
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance collaboration among academic departments.
- Monitored key performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs.
- Guided first-generation students in overcoming college life challenges to ensure academic success.
Scientific Researcher - Part Time
University Health Science Center
Denver Metro Area, CO
1980 - 1998
- Designed and implemented experiments to test various scientific hypotheses.
- Developed grant proposals to secure funding for innovative research initiatives.
- Collaborate as co-author and contributor on scientific field crop articles.
Science Teacher
Various
, CA & Guatemala
1986 - 1991
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promoted student interest in scientific concepts.
- Designed interdisciplinary projects that integrated science with mathematics and technology.
- Utilized various teaching resources to accommodate diverse learning styles in the classroom.
- Created a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Phoenix
Aurora, COSome College (No Degree) - Educational Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Denver, COSome College (No Degree) - Cytogenetics
University of Colorado Health Science Center
Denver, COSkills
- Educational leadership development
- Turnaround leadership
- Professional development
- School improvement
- Student performance analysis
- Budget & Personnel management
Certification
Principal License in the State of Colorado
Timeline
Educational Leadership School Principal
Aurora Public Schools & Denver Public Schools
2013 - 2025
Dean of Students, Teacher
Aurora Public Schools, Denver Public Schools
1991 - 2012
Co-Director Minority Arts And Science Program PT
University of Colorado
1997 - 1998
Scientific Researcher - Part Time
University Health Science Center
1980 - 1998
Science Teacher
Various
1986 - 1991
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Phoenix
Some College (No Degree) - Educational Leadership
University of Northern Colorado
Some College (No Degree) - Cytogenetics
University of Colorado Health Science Center