Matthew Roberts

Santa Barbara

Summary

Education leader with extensive experience at Peabody Charter School, specializing in program development and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated expertise in budget management and team collaboration, successfully directing after-school initiatives for diverse student populations. Enhanced learning outcomes through innovative strategies and effective communication.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Director of Expanded Learning Opportunities

Peabody Charter School

08.2022 - Current

Directed and optimized after school program for 350 students and 30 staff
Oversaw organization's daily operations, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations
Established intersession programs funded by state resources to support foster youth, homeless individuals, low socioeconomic groups, and English Learners
Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Special Education Teacher

Santa Barbara Unified School District

08.2014 - 07.2022

Formulated and instituted Individualized Education Plans
Assessed learning needs with students with disabilities and executed targeted interventions
Supported development of teacher candidates through UCSB Teaching Credential Program and Teacher Induction Program

Education

Preliminary Administrative Credential - Educational Leadership

Santa Barbara County Education Office

Santa Barbara

07-2021

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

California Baptist University

Riverside, CA

07-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

Seattle Pacific University

Seattle, WA

06-2014

Skills

Program development and regulatory compliance
Budget management
Team collaboration and staff supervision

Leadership and effective communication
Project management
Creative problem-solving