TERESA RICHMOND
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
Accomplished education leader with 20+ years of experience as a PK-8 principal, district administrator, and instructional coach. Expert in executive leadership coaching, professional learning design, and equity-driven systems improvement. Adept at guiding principals and district leaders in data-informed decision making, strategic planning, and organizational change. Known for fostering inclusive cultures, elevating leadership capacity, and producing measurable improvements in student achievement and school climate.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal & District Coordinator, Categorical Programs
Oceanside Unified School District
Oceanside, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Provided executive coaching and mentoring to site leaders and teacher leaders across 22 schools, strengthening instructional leadership capacity.
- Led a PK-8 school on Camp Pendleton Marine Base, supervising 65+ staff; school recognized as a U.S. News Best Public Elementary School.
- Guided staff, students, and families through COVID-19 with effective crisis leadership, sustaining achievement and attendance rates.
- Manage $12M+ in categorical program budgets across five state and federal programs, ensuring compliance and presenting detailed reports to the Board.
- Partner with district leadership teams to align equity-driven initiatives and deliver high-quality services systemwide.
Principal, Elementary
Lemon Grove School District
Lemon Grove, CA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Designed and implemented site-based plans for academic achievement, leadership growth, and student safety.
- Coached and evaluated 50+ certificated and classified staff, fostering professional growth and accountability through individualized coaching cycles.
- Engaged parents and community partners in collaborative goal-setting, securing resources that expanded enrichment and learning opportunities.
Site Administrator / Educator
Vista Unified School District
Vista, CA
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Delivered professional learning and coaching for teachers and administrators, facilitating 20+ workshops annually on technology integration and culturally responsive instruction.
- Partnered with district leaders on equity-focused initiatives such as the Diversity Task Force and Instructional Leadership Council, influencing policy and practice.
- Increased English Learner reclassification rates by 12% over three years through targeted coaching, interventions, and family engagement.
- Improved student attendance by 4%, strengthening school funding and stability.
- Oversaw federal and state program compliance, maintaining 100% success in audits.
Education
M.A. - Educational Leadership & Administration
Brandman University
M.A. - Curriculum & Instruction
Chapman University
B.A. - Psychology
University of Southern California
Skills
- Leadership Coaching
- Equity Systems & Transformation
- Strategic Planning & Change Management
- Data-Driven Continuous Improvement
- Professional Learning Facilitation
- Program Compliance & Budget Oversight
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement
Certification
- CA Administrative Services Credential, Clear
- CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (CLAD)
- ACSA Personnel Administrators' Academy Certificate
- Harvard Professional & Executive Development Certificate
- USC School Business Management Certification (in progress)
Timeline
Principal & District Coordinator, Categorical Programs
Oceanside Unified School District
01.2020 - Current
Principal, Elementary
Lemon Grove School District
01.2018 - 01.2020
Site Administrator / Educator
Vista Unified School District
01.2011 - 01.2018
M.A. - Educational Leadership & Administration
Brandman University
M.A. - Curriculum & Instruction
Chapman University
B.A. - Psychology
University of Southern California
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