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Maria Salazar Downey

Vice Principal
Redlands,CA

Summary

Talented Assistant Principal offering 17 years of education experience. Resourceful and passionate educator with talent for developing and implementing successful strategies.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2

English and Spanish

Work History

Vice Principal and Spanish Teacher

Sacred Heart Academy
Redlands, CA
08.2007 - Current
  • Collaborated in decision-making process with school principal
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities, including junior high elective classes and SLE families to provide students with well-rounded educational experience.
  • Championed diversity initiatives to bring in multicultural celebrations to create inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Fostered positive relationships with community stakeholders by participating in parish events and collaborating with other schools within diocese and local school district.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote positive interaction with students and families.
  • Coordinated yearly Title Funds budget, tracked expenses, and documented expenses.
  • Planned and implemented professional development programs with Title II funds.
  • Enforced disciplinary policy for students.
  • Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
  • Successfully prepared students for high school Spanish I and II in both diocesan and public high schools
  • Participated in development of diocesan-wide Spanish curriculum
  • Created innovative lessons and assignments using art, music, and movement to engage students.
  • Participated as WCEA Visiting Committee member in 2012, 2015, and 2024.
  • Oversaw the hiring process for new staff members to ensure that qualified candidates were selected to promote academic excellence within the school community

Spanish Teacher

St. Francis School
Bakersfield, CA
08.2005 - 04.2007
  • Successfully managed and motivated diverse group of students in grades k through 8th.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
  • Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and offering tips for supporting language development at home.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction

Education

Master of Science - Applied School Leadership

National University
La Jolla, CA
09.2017 - 06.2019

Administrative Credential - Administrative Credential

National University
La Jolla, CA
08.2017 - 06.2018

Single Subject Teaching Credential - Education

California Sate University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
08.2005 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
09.1991 - 06.1993

Skills

Social Perceptiveness

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Timeline

Master of Science - Applied School Leadership

National University
09.2017 - 06.2019

Administrative Credential - Administrative Credential

National University
08.2017 - 06.2018

Vice Principal and Spanish Teacher

Sacred Heart Academy
08.2007 - Current

Spanish Teacher

St. Francis School
08.2005 - 04.2007

Single Subject Teaching Credential - Education

California Sate University, Bakersfield
08.2005 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

San Diego State University
09.1991 - 06.1993

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