Tania Cabeza
Eastvale,CA
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record enhancing academic success through instructional leadership and equity. Spearheaded initiatives that raised A-G completion rates by 19%, showcasing expertise in MTSS, PBIS, CCI, data analysis and staff development. Skilled in fostering inclusive school cultures and bilingual in Spanish & English.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
La Sierra High School
Riverside, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Increased A-G completion rate from 39% to 58%
- Raised EL A-G completion rate from 17% to 46%
- Increased AP course enrollments from 270 to 470
- Grew dual enrollment courses completed per year from 18 to 200
- Decreased suspension rates
- First school in Alvord to achieve PBIS recognition
- Established site-wide instructional practices focused on Tier 1 best practices
- Lead the development and implementation of school-wide instructional strategies
- Oversee school operations, ensuring alignment with academic goals and equity
- Supervise and evaluate staff performance, fostering professional growth
- Collaborate with district leadership, parents, and the community to support student success
- Manage school budget and resources to enhance educational programs
- Implement data-driven practices for continuous academic improvement
- Foster a positive school culture with a focus on behavior management and student engagement
Assistant Principal
Centinela Valley Union High School District
, CA
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Decreased chronic absenteeism from 23% to 13%
- Managed Special Education, counseling services, and student discipline
- Developed the master schedule based on equity and student need
- Supported staff in improving instructional practices and student outcomes
- Coordinated school-wide initiatives to address attendance and behavior issues
- Fostered collaboration between departments to ensure a cohesive educational experience
- Assisted with PBIS implementation and monitored student engagement strategies
TOSA - Instructional Coach for Pathway Academies
Centinela Valley Union High School District
, CA
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Rewrote and submitted over 10 courses for A-G approval
- Supported teachers in improving classroom practices and student outcomes
- Managed academy budget and resource allocation
- Coordinated recruitment and marketing efforts for pathway academies
- Organized special events to promote the academy programs
- Collaborated with staff to ensure program alignment and consistency across all academies
English Teacher
Centinela Valley Union High School District
, CA
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Taught English courses at all levels, including AVID, intervention, and honors
- Developed and implemented instructional plans focused on literacy and critical thinking
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve instructional practices and student achievement
- Served as a site leader for AVID, supporting students in college readiness
- Worked with students in intervention courses to improve academic performance
- Provided individualized support to students, fostering a growth mindset and academic success
Education
Doctorate - Educational Leadership
California State University, Northridge
01.2013
Master’s - Educational Leadership
California State University, Northridge
01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University, Northridge
01.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
01.1998
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish & English
- Instructional leadership
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Academic improvement strategies
- Staff development
- Performance evaluation
- PBIS implementation
- School culture building
- Master scheduling
- Resource allocation
- Student recruitment
- Program marketing
Professional References
- Resma Byrne, Alvord Unified Superintendent, 909-957-3787
- Allan Mucerino, Retired Superintendent, Alvord Unified, 949-636-4543
- Leigh Hawkinson, Retired Union President, 951-333-7078
- Brad Lyall, Assistant Principal, 719-352-9680
Accomplishments
- Principal of the Year Alvord Unified 2024
Timeline
Principal
La Sierra High School
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Principal
Centinela Valley Union High School District
01.2015 - 01.2020
TOSA - Instructional Coach for Pathway Academies
Centinela Valley Union High School District
01.2013 - 01.2015
English Teacher
Centinela Valley Union High School District
01.2003 - 01.2013
Doctorate - Educational Leadership
California State University, Northridge
Master’s - Educational Leadership
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
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