Rebecca Leyva
Petersham,Massachusetts
Summary
Enthusiastic educational leader with 30 years of experience in both private and public school environments. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of data driven leadership to improve academic outcomes. Personable and outgoing with skills in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and believes in working with the community to improve the educational experience of all students.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Gardner Middle School
07.2023 - Current
- Define and enforce student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Guide curriculum development and implementation to improve academic outcomes and align with state standards.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that promotes student engagement and positive behavior.
- Develop and execute school improvement plans based on data-driven assessments and district goals.
- Provide professional development to teachers on a variety of topics including effective teaching techniques, MTSS, and classroom management strategies.
- Cultivate positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Perform classroom evaluations to assess teacher effectiveness.
- Promote equity and access for all students by implementing culturally responsive teaching practices and interventions.
- Oversee school budgeting, resource allocation, and financial planning to support academic priorities and operational efficiency.
- Recruit, evaluate, and support teachers and staff through ongoing professional development and performance feedback.
- Research and incorporate new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
Assistant Principal
Fitchburg High School
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked closely with the principal to develop and implement policies and procedures that improve academic outcomes for students
- Assisted the principal in daily operation of the school and acted in the capacity of the principal in her absence
- Collaborated with school leadership and guidance to ensure school safety through the development of positive behavioral supports and preventative approaches, implementing appropriate social/clinical supports, and handling student disciplinary issues
- Conducted classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to teachers to improve instruction
- Recruited, interviewed, hired, and mentored new teachers and support staff
- Provided instructional leadership by assisting in the facilitation of PLC's and the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT)
- Coordinated and facilitated professional development workshops for faculty and staff
- Collaborated with school leadership and instructional coaches to meet school improvement goals
- Collaborated with parents, community members, and stakeholders to enhance the educational experience of students.
Assistant Principal
McKay Middle School - Fitchburg Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Worked closely with the Principal to develop and implement policies and procedures that improve academic outcomes for students
- Assisted the principal in daily operation of the school and acted in the capacity of the principal in his absence
- Collaborated with school leadership and guidance to ensure school safety through the development of positive behavioral supports and preventative approaches, implementing appropriate social/clinical supports, and handling student disciplinary issues
- Conducted classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to teachers to improve instruction
- Recruited, interviewed, hires, and mentored new teachers and support staff
- Provided instructional leadership by assisting in the facilitation of PLC's and the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT)
- Coordinated MCAS and ACCESS testing
- Coordinated and facilitated professional development workshops for faculty and staff
- Collaborated with school leadership and instructional coaches to meet school improvement goals
- Assisted in the preparation and management of the school's budget
- Collaborated with parents, community members, and stakeholders to enhance the educational experience of students.
SPSA (Special Education Administrator)
McKay School - Fitchburg Public Schools
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Worked closely and collaborated with the Principal and Assistant Principals as a member of the school’s leadership team
- Provided instructional leadership and utilized decision-making skills to oversee the special education programs at McKay Arts Academy
- Interviewed, hired, and evaluated teachers and support staff
- Coordinated the special education evaluation process from screening through formal evaluation and identification, IEP development, and placement
- Facilitated and chaired all evaluation Team meetings including initial evaluations, reevaluations, extended evaluations, and the review of outside evaluations
- Monitored and ensured compliance with all federal and state special education laws, regulations, and mandates
- Ensured school safety through the development of positive behavioral supports, implementing appropriate social/clinical supports, and handling student disciplinary issues.
Education Director
Stetson School
09.2007 - 10.2014
- Developed and provided oversight for all academic, special education, vocational, and transitional services
- Developed and provided oversight for student discipline and behavior management in the school
- Provided supervision and evaluation for teachers and support staff
- Developed and implemented professional development programs for teachers
- Ensured all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to education were adhered to
- Oversaw all DESE program reviews
- Oversight of all state mandated testing, including MCAS
- Wrote Title I and other education related grants as assigned or needed
- Managed all education budgets, including various grant budgets.
History Teacher and Department Head
Eagle Hill School
08.1995 - 06.2007
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of the history curriculum.
- Represented the school at several national conferences by providing relevant training and professional development sessions to participants on topics such as inclusion of students with disabilities.
Education
M.Ed. Educational Leadership -
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Politics And Education
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley05.1995
Skills
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Data-driven instruction
- Special Education expertise
- Detail orientated
- Community centered
- Strong presentation skills
Timeline
Principal
Gardner Middle School
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Fitchburg High School
07.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Principal
McKay Middle School - Fitchburg Public Schools
07.2018 - 06.2022
SPSA (Special Education Administrator)
McKay School - Fitchburg Public Schools
10.2014 - 06.2018
Education Director
Stetson School
09.2007 - 10.2014
History Teacher and Department Head
Eagle Hill School
08.1995 - 06.2007
M.Ed. Educational Leadership -
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Arts - Politics And Education
Mount Holyoke College
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