Tiffany Mathiesen
Redondo Beach
Summary
Results-driven educational leader skilled in compliance evaluation and group facilitation. Successfully re-implemented math and ELA interventions, fostering positive relationships among students, families, and community partners to improve academic outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Principal
Culver City Middle School
Culver City
07.2023 - Current
- Re-implemented math and ELA interventions, leading to improved student performance outcomes.
- Supported counseling department in executing school-wide restorative practices training, fostering a more inclusive school environment.
- Acted as liaison between school administration, funding partners, and community groups.
- Investigated incidents requiring disciplinary action against students or faculty members.
- Developed and implemented policies and programs aimed at improving student achievement.
- Collaboratively created master schedule for large middle school, enhancing teacher agency and optimizing instructional time.
TOSA/AVID Coordinator/Department Chair/Teacher
Leuzinger High School
Lawndale
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Designed, delivered, and collaborated to create high quality science curriculum for Biology and Anatomy & Physiology.
- Coordinated implementation and monitoring of AVID elective for grades 9-12, enhancing student engagement and success.
- Advocated for equitable access to educational resources within the school community.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local, and federal regulations, ensuring educational standards were met.
- Led curriculum development and implementation for diverse student needs.
- Managed departmental budgets to align resource allocation with strategic educational goals, optimizing funding use.
Head Softball Coach
Palos Verdes High School
Rancho Palos Verdes
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Developed practice plans to enhance team performance and player skills.
- Fostered positive communication among players, coaches, and parents.
- Coordinated fundraising activities to generate additional funds for the softball program.
Physical Education Teacher
Hawthorne High School
Hawthorne
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Implemented physical fitness programs fostering teamwork and sportsmanship among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a safe, respectful learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
UCLA
Los Angeles06-2022
Master of Arts - Education
Concordia University
Portland, OR05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-2006
Skills
- Compliance evaluation
- Program development
- Schedule oversight
- Group facilitation
- Team collaboration
- Restorative practices
- Student and family relationships
Certification
Adaptive Schools Trained
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Culver City Middle School
07.2023 - Current
TOSA/AVID Coordinator/Department Chair/Teacher
Leuzinger High School
08.2014 - 06.2023
Head Softball Coach
Palos Verdes High School
08.2012 - 06.2014
Physical Education Teacher
Hawthorne High School
08.2009 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
UCLA
Master of Arts - Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
Portland State University