Stephanie Lorraine
Roseville
Summary
As an experienced educator and school leader, I have spent 17 years in various teaching and administrative roles, with a focus on cultivating a safe, respectful, and high-achieving school culture. As Vice Principal, I work closely with faculty, staff, students, and parents to support academic excellence, behavioral growth, and the overall well-being of the school community. I bring a strong background in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and school operations, paired with a deep commitment to fostering an environment where every student feels supported and empowered to succeed. My leadership philosophy is rooted in collaboration, equity, and a focus on continuous improvement to drive positive change in the school.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Stratford School
Los Gatos, CA
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Led professional development workshops on best practices in elementary education for fellow educators within the company.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
Elementary Vice Principal
Stratford School
San Francisco/Morgan Hill/ San Jose, CA
07.2011 - 07.2014
- Served as an approachable liaison between administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure effective communication and cooperation within the school community.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Monitored academic progress of all students through regular review of assessment data to identify trends and potential areas of growth or concern.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Developed a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular meetings, workshops, and team-building activities.
- Improved parent-teacher communication by organizing informative events, updating website content, and distributing newsletters regularly.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by enforcing school policies, addressing bullying issues promptly, and conducting regular safety drills.
- Planned and implemented professional development programs.
- Acted as principal for day-to-day running of school as well as key decision making.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Worked with WASC for accreditation for 17 campuses
Preschool and Kindergarten Teacher
Stratford School
Santa Clara, CA
07.2007 - 07.2011
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Trained and supported new staff and was a mentor teacher.
- Performed Winter and Spring Programs with students to showcase their musical education.
Lead Teacher/ Vice Principal
Challenger School
San Jose, CA/ Las Vegas, NV
06.1998 - 06.2007
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Oversaw scheduling, orientation, and other support areas.
- Was relocated to Las Vegas, NV to open the first of these schools there.
- Successful enrollment which led to a second campus being opened the following year in Las Vegas, NV
Education
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
West Valley College
Saratoga, CAAssociate of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Sierra College
Rocklin, CA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Leland High School
San Jose, CA06-1996
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Phonics Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Assessment administration
- Student assessment
- Safety awareness
- Elementary Education
- Multitasking and Organization
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Curriculum Development
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Stratford School
07.2014 - 12.2014
Elementary Vice Principal
Stratford School
07.2011 - 07.2014
Preschool and Kindergarten Teacher
Stratford School
07.2007 - 07.2011
Lead Teacher/ Vice Principal
Challenger School
06.1998 - 06.2007
Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Care And Education
West Valley College
Associate of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Sierra College
High School Diploma -
Leland High School