Darice Elmore
Elk Grove
Summary
Accomplished educational leader with a proven track record at Morada Middle School, spearheading PBIS initiatives and achieving Silver Recognition in 2025. Expert in fostering collaborative relationships and effective communication. Demonstrated ability to lead schoolwide behavior initiatives and improve academic environments, leveraging strong decision-making skills to drive positive outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice Principal
Morada Middle School
Stockton
06.2022 - Current
- Lead the implementation of PBIS and Tiered Intervention Support
- Spearheaded Morada Middle School’s PBIS Silver Recognition in 2025
- Plan and facilitate collaborative meetings with teachers and staff
- Oversee, train, and support the implementation of the school safety plan as well as handle emergency situations
- Observe and evaluate certificated and classified staff performance
- Lead schoolwide student behavior initiatives and oversee discipline
- Organize and administer assessments, including CAASPP testing
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to improve the school’s academic and social environment
- Facilitate IEP and SST meetings to ensure goals are appropriate, implemented, and monitored effectively
- Assist the principal in all aspects of school operations
Vice Principal
Morada Middle School and Millswood Middle School
Stockton and Lodi
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Oversaw student discipline and positive behavior initiatives
- Assisted the principal in all areas of school operations
- Led planning and coordination of teacher appreciation activities
- Conducted evaluations for certificated and classified staff
- Developed and implemented positive behavior principles and strategies
- Facilitated IEP and SST meetings to ensure appropriate goals and services
- Organized, oversaw, and implemented state assessments
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to improve student academics and behavior
Interim Principal
Brentwood Academy
East Palo Alto
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Planned and facilitated teacher and staff collaboration
- Observed and evaluated performance of teachers and staff
- Planned with teachers and staff on improving learning and social environment of the school
- Facilitated IEP and 504 meetings to ensure needed goals, implementations and deadline are met
- Lead the implementation of Tiered Intervention Support and PBIS
- Analyzed data with teachers and staff to build student achievement
- Oversaw and led school safety committee
Vice Principal
Brentwood Academy
East Palo Alto
08.2014 - 03.2019
- Supported principal in smooth overall operation of the school
- Facilitated teacher weekly collaboration meetings
- Performed certificated and classified evaluations
- Supported and planned with teachers and staff in improving learning and social environment of the school
- Oversaw implementation of Tiered Intervention Support
- Organized and administered school assessments including ELPAC and state assessments
- Facilitated all SST and 504 Meetings
8th Grade Physical Science/ US History Teacher
Cesar Chavez Academy
East Palo Alto
08.2009 - 06.2014
- Taught 8th grade US History and Physical Science
- Led in the development of supplementary standards-based curriculum to better monitor student growth
- Observed teachers’ instructional strategies to give feedback in efforts to improve school-wide classroom management and academic achievement
- Served as department head of 8th grade science and history department
- Served as District Professional Team Leader for 7th and 8th grade science and history
Education
Administrative Services Credential -
San Mateo County Office of Education
Redwood City, Ca05.2017
M.A. - Educational Administration
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, Ca05.2010
California State Multiple Subject Credential - CLAD
The National Hispanic University
San Jose, Ca05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Radio TV Journalism
San Jose State University
San Jose, Ca05.1996
Skills
- Strong leadership
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Ability to foster positive, collaborative working relationships
- Effective decision-making
- Time management skills
References
- Janet Godina Perez, (209) 953-8490
- Erin Lenzi, (209) 331-7080
Timeline
Vice Principal
Morada Middle School
06.2022 - Current
Vice Principal
Morada Middle School and Millswood Middle School
06.2019 - 06.2022
Interim Principal
Brentwood Academy
03.2019 - 06.2019
Vice Principal
Brentwood Academy
08.2014 - 03.2019
8th Grade Physical Science/ US History Teacher
Cesar Chavez Academy
08.2009 - 06.2014
Administrative Services Credential -
San Mateo County Office of Education
M.A. - Educational Administration
San Francisco State University
California State Multiple Subject Credential - CLAD
The National Hispanic University
Bachelor of Science - Radio TV Journalism
San Jose State University