Ronald Richardson Ed.d
Pittsburg
Summary
I have been an dedicated and experienced Educational Leader and Professional in the K-12 System for 24 years with the expertise and proven track record of transformative school processes as well as creating a positive and inclusive, culturally relevant learning environments. I seek to expand my horizons beyond the K-12 Education System.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
San Leandro High School, Principal
San Leandro Unified
07.2014 - Current
- Lead in development and sustaining a shared mission and vision towards creating and maintaining a positive and safe learning environment for all students through a social justice lens
- Lead in the development and implementation of the school-wide secondary redesign
- Assist Co-Principal with analyzing and monitored over a million dollar site budget made up of discretionary, categorical, grant, and ASB funds
- Develop Assistant Principals to lead and constantly engage in the cycle of inquiry in order to make decisions aligned to the priorities and goals of our District initiatives and school site plan
- Manage the maintenance and cleanliness of the school site to ensure a high functioning school environment that is conducive to student learning.
- Lead in the development and implementation of Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS)
- Supervise and evaluate school-wide academic programs
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of teachers and classified staff
- Coordinate and develop school-wide academic master schedule
- Coordinate and develop student success plans through the Student Success Team (SST)Process
- Build ongoing partnerships with Community Based Organizations/PTA/Local Universities
- Lead in the development and implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices through a social justice lens
- Coordinate and collaborate with African American Business Association to implement Career Day on an annual basis for four consecutive years
- Trained teacher and staff in restorative justice practices to support alternative disciplinary measures
- Created and implemented a collaborative professional learning community model under a horizontal leadership framework
- Built multiple career pathways with a specific course sequence and capstone
- Supervise and Oversee Athletics and Athletic Director
- Lead Administrator in monitoring and Supporting our Special Education Program/Department
- Lead Administrator in monitoring and Supporting our Social Justice Academy
- Lead Administrator in developing and launching our Science/Technology/Robotics/Engineering Mathematics (STREAM Academy)
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Implementation of Restorative Justice Practices
- Fostered civic engagement and leadership through community partnerships, work-based learning, and implementation of State Seal of Civic Engagement program and Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum.
- Develop and apply critical media and information literacy at school and in the community.
- Cultivated a school culture of career, college, and lifelong goal achievement by strengthening mentoring, academic counseling, career & college counseling, community partnerships, and local and national programming access.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Claremont Middle School, Co-Principal
Oakland Unified School District
07.2012 - 06.2014
- positive and safe learning environment for all students through a social justice lens
- Led in the development and implementation of the Community Strategic School Site Plan
- Led in the development and implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices through a social justice lens
- Led in the development and implementation of Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS)
- Supervised and evaluated school-wide academic programs
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of teachers and classified staff
- Coordinated and developed school-wide academic master schedule
- Managed, analyzed and monitored school site budget
- Coordinated and developed 504 plans to support students specific needs
- Coordinated and developed student success plans through the Student Success Team (SST) Process
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Significantly reduce suspension through Restorative Justice Practices
- Built ongoing partnerships with Community Based Organizations/PTA/Local Universities
- Led in the development and implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices through a social justice lens
- Head of student discipline
- Developed and updated school discipline policies to enhance teacher accountability and equitable classroom management
- Trained teacher and staff in restorative justice practices to support alternative disciplinary measures
- Created and implemented a collaborative professional learning community model under a horizontal leadership framework
Dr. Martin Luther King Elementary, Principal
West Contra Costa Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2012
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Led in development and sustaining a shared mission and vision towards creating and maintaining a positive and safe learning environment for all students
- Led in the development and implementation of the Community Strategic School Site Plan
- Led in the development and implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices through a social justice lens
- Supervised and evaluated school-wide academic programs
- Led academic conferences with teachers using student data to drive standards-based instruction and lesson planning
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of teachers and classified staff
- Coordinated and developed school-wide academic master schedule
- Analyzed and monitored school site budget
- Coordinated and developed 504 plans to support students specific needs
- Coordinated and developed student success plans through the Student Success Team (SST)Process
- Built ongoing partnerships with Community Based Organizations/Parent Group/Local Universities
- Led in the development and implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices through a social justice lens
- Head of student discipline
- Coordinated and organized staff to move into a brand new facility.
Hercules Middle/High School Assistant Principal
West Contra Costa Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2008
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and supported restorative discipline policies.
- Assisted in the development of the School Site Plan
- Collaborated with administrative team to set school policies and expectations
- Head of student discipline
- Coordinator of AVID Program at the Middle School
- Ensured Compliance and Community building through facilitation School Site Council (SSC) Meetings
- Co-Created African American Parent Association to provide resources and information for parents to help their child academically, socially and emotionally
- Coordinated and monitored English Language Development Program (ELD) for English Language Learners
- Organized and supervised school and community events
- Organized and led assemblies focusing on Student Expectations and School Climate
- Supervised and evaluated teacher and classified staff
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA09.2015
No Degree - Administrative Service Credential Tier 2
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA12.2009
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership - Urban Education
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA12.2006
No Degree - Administrative Service Credential Tier 1
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA12.2006
No Degree - Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2000
Skills
- Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Restorative Justice Practices
- Excellent Communication
- Networking
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Resolution
- Multitasking
- Organization and Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
San Leandro High School, Principal
San Leandro Unified
07.2014 - Current
Claremont Middle School, Co-Principal
Oakland Unified School District
07.2012 - 06.2014
Dr. Martin Luther King Elementary, Principal
West Contra Costa Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2012
Hercules Middle/High School Assistant Principal
West Contra Costa Unified School District
07.2006 - 06.2008
Ed.D - Educational Leadership
California State University, East Bay
No Degree - Administrative Service Credential Tier 2
University of California, Berkeley
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership - Urban Education
University of California, Berkeley
No Degree - Administrative Service Credential Tier 1
University of California, Berkeley
No Degree - Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
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