Tina Moschella
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Seasoned principal with strong background in curriculum and educational leadership. Skilled in fostering positive learning environments and driving academic progress through effective collaboration among educators, students, and parents. Proven ability to improve school culture by implementing innovative strategies for student engagement and staff professional development. Notable impact made in previously held roles through enhancement of curriculum standards and implementation of comprehensive programs for continuous school improvement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
P.S. 86
Brooklyn, NY
10.2014 - Current
- Increased ELA scores from 11% of students performing on or above grade level to 39% on or above grade level, based on the NYS ELA exam, and Math scores from 19% of students performing on or above grade level to 39%, based on the NYS Math exam.
- Enhanced literacy instruction by establishing writing units of study based on NG Priority Standards, and aligning writing progression from K to Grade 5, establishing a literacy block around the 5 Pillars of Literacy. snd the Science of Reading
- Establish data cycles with weekly teacher team meetings to analyze student work, reflect, and refine teacher practice to develop lessons with the goal of student mastery of grade-level standards.
- Work in collaboration with elected officials to bring technology into all classrooms, including Promethean boards and laptops, as well as afterschool arts programs for theater and the visual arts, and parent theater outings.
- Initiate cooperative action research inquiry cycles which analyze student work to inform instructional policies
- Design differentiated professional learning plan for teachers and paraprofessionals based on student data and Advance data for teachers to enhance instructional practices and professional growth
- Maintain 92% or better student attendance rate through establishing parent outreach, workshops and home visits
- Coordinate the effective alignment of budget with curriculum and instruction, including Special Education programs and initiating and sustaining a Dual Language program
- Assist with preparing teachers for careers in school leadership by taking on the role of LEAP Mentor Principal
- Increase English language proficiency each year, meeting AMAO and maximizing Title III funding to implement supplemental instructional and enrichment programs
- Create a culture of trust and collaboration that encourages open communication with staff, students and parents including weekly communications to staff and monthly newsletters to parents resulting in effective ratings on School Quality Snapshot
- Empower parents by providing resources and information necessary to grow and support student progress, working as partners with school staff, and establishing a parent room in the school with supplies and materials for workshops.
- Community outreach including initiating a dance grant, working with RiseBoro CBO and establishing adult education ESL program
Assistant Principal
P.S. 86
Brooklyn, NY
09.2005 - 10.2014
- Supervised daily classroom instruction and evaluated instructional practices for Kindergarten through Grade 5 using the Danielson Framework for Teaching
- Met with teachers weekly to plan data-based instruction and develop assessments on the basis of CCLS expectations.
- Established a school wide Strategic Assessment Plan and coordinated NYS testing (ELA, Math, NYSESLAT and Science) for Grades 3 through 5 and ELLs, Kindergarten through Grade 5
- Supervised ESL and Bilingual programs for ELLs comprising of approximately one fourth of school population
- Gathered and analyzed assessment data quarterly on a class, grade, and school-wide basis to inform instruction and to provide professional development.
- Performed demonstration lessons across subject areas individualized for teachers and/or groups of students
- Facilitated grade conferences and professional development sessions
- Worked with instructional cabinet to review curriculum and select school wide assessments
- Collaborated with junior high schools on instruction to prepare students for transition into next academic level
Adjunct Professor
St. John’s University
Jamaica, NY
09.2008 - 12.2010
- Selected textbooks, articles, and websites focusing on the most current literacy research
- Developed assessments reflecting literacy research, strategies and disabilities
- Planned topics for lecture, projects, term papers and class projects
- Created Power Point presentations and videos to support class topics and discussion
- Worked with Department Chairperson on establishing progression of program
Reading Specialist – Grades 3 through 5
P.S. 123
Brooklyn, NY
09.2001 - 06.2005
- Prepared and executed differentiated reading and writing lessons
- Developed literacy centers to address student needs
- Assessed students monthly using Fountas and Pinnell running records
- Conferred with students for targeted small group instruction
- Facilitated professional development sessions with teachers to support school wide literacy goals
- Articulated with classroom teachers for continuity of instruction
- Created author and genre studies to broaden vocabulary and extend comprehension
- Served on schools Instruction Cabinet and School Leadership Team
Classroom Teacher - Grades 2, 3, and 5
P.S. 123
Brooklyn, NY
09.1997 - 06.2001
- Planned and executed daily instruction in all subject areas
- Prepared students for and administered NYS ELA, Math and NYSESLAT examinations
- Participated in district level scoring of ELA exam
- Took part in parent/teacher conferences and worked with parents to increase student progress
- Wrote and directed annual class performances
- Arranged educational and recreational field trips for students
Education
Ed.D. - Instructional Leadership
St John’s University
Jamaica, NY01.2007
M.A. - Reading Specialist
St. John’s University
Jamaica, NY05.2000
B.A. - Elementary Education
St. John’s University
Jamaica, NY05.1997
Skills
- Relationship building and networking
- Educational staff supervision
- School safety and security
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Strategic leadership
- Collaborative learning
- Parent engagement
Certification
- NYS School Building Administrator and School District Administrator Certificates
- Reading Specialist
- Common Branches PreK through 6
References
Furnished upon request
Timeline
Principal
P.S. 86
10.2014 - Current
Adjunct Professor
St. John’s University
09.2008 - 12.2010
Assistant Principal
P.S. 86
09.2005 - 10.2014
Reading Specialist – Grades 3 through 5
P.S. 123
09.2001 - 06.2005
Classroom Teacher - Grades 2, 3, and 5
P.S. 123
09.1997 - 06.2001
- NYS School Building Administrator and School District Administrator Certificates
- Reading Specialist
- Common Branches PreK through 6
Ed.D. - Instructional Leadership
St John’s University
M.A. - Reading Specialist
St. John’s University
B.A. - Elementary Education
St. John’s University
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