Virginia Barrera
Morgan Hill,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering a two-year history of supporting academic administration functions and 10 years of teaching experience in grades kindergarten through 6th. Motivated to foster strong relationships among faculty, students, and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skills in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Passionate about coaching and developing successful teachers and future leaders.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Assistant Principal
Morgan Hill Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced school climate by implementing positive behavior interventions and supports.
- Monitored and evaluated teacher performance to ensure the highest quality of instruction for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop data-driven instructional strategies, resulting in improved student achievement.
- Implemented innovative professional development programs for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Created an inclusive environment by promoting respect for diversity among students and staff members alike.
Middle School Educator (6th Grade)
Morgan Hill Unified School District
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Guiding Coalition Member
- Site EL Facilitator
- Site Constructing Meaning Lead
- Site Naviance Lead
- Department Lead
- CLMS Teacher of the Year (2019-20)
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
Elementary Educator (Fifth Grade)
Morgan Hill Unified School District
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Site EL Facilitator.
- Work with children one on one to improve subject mastery, and observe teaching pedagogies and practices.
- Created and executed multiple fundraising opportunities for a Title 1 school.
- Took part in professional organizations and continuing education courses.
- Maintained accurate and complete records for students going through the reclassification process as well monitor progress of students who had been reclassified in the last two years.
- Weekly grade level team meets to review best practices and monitor student progress.
Elementary Educator (Third Grade)
Alum Rock Union School District
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Created lesson plans and activities to develop student understanding of technology. (1:1 devices, iPods and iPads)
Education
Clear Credential Program -
Santa Clara Office of Education
San Jose, CA 12.2024
Preliminary Administrative Services Credential -
Santa Clara County Office of Education: LEAP
San Jose07.2021
Teaching Credential -
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA2012
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA2010
Associate of Arts -
Gavilan Community College
Gilroy, CA2008
Skills
- Use of PBIS and MTSS to manage student behavior
- Experienced in the development and monitoring of Professional Learning Teams
- 504 development, implementation, and monitoring
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Performance Evaluations
- Experience planning and running professional development training for teachers
- Experience hosting parent information nights
- Trained in Transformational Leadership with Dr Cruz
- Proficient in iReady, CAASPP test administration, ELLevation, Aeries, Google Apps for Education
- Collaborates well with colleagues and community members
- School event coordination
- Student and parent relationships
Certification
- Certified ELAchieve Presenter
- Certified Leading Edge Digital Educator
Timeline
Elementary Assistant Principal
Morgan Hill Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
Middle School Educator (6th Grade)
Morgan Hill Unified School District
08.2017 - 06.2022
Elementary Educator (Fifth Grade)
Morgan Hill Unified School District
08.2013 - 06.2017
Elementary Educator (Third Grade)
Alum Rock Union School District
08.2012 - 06.2013
Clear Credential Program -
Santa Clara Office of Education
Preliminary Administrative Services Credential -
Santa Clara County Office of Education: LEAP
Teaching Credential -
Santa Clara University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science
San Jose State University
Associate of Arts -
Gavilan Community College
- Certified ELAchieve Presenter
- Certified Leading Edge Digital Educator
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