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
Cultural Awareness
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Critical Thinking
Multitasking Abilities
Clerical Support
Basic Math
Dependable and Responsible
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