David Romero

Background

About David Romero

CORE COMPETENCIES Curriculum Development Management Writing and Editing Staff Evaluation and Training Public Speaking Teaching Hiring and Training EXPERIENCE 2/18- Present English Department, “Super” Substitute Syosset High School, Syosset Cover English classes and duties during teacher absence Cover classes in other departments as needed 1/13- 2/18 Head English Teacher/Director of Secondary School Placement Former: Director of Marketing, Development and Summer Programs Harbor Country Day School (Independent, Not-for-profit) Head English Teacher Designed literature program based on a combination of classic and multicultural novels, short stories, plays, and poetry Collaborated with various subject areas to create cross-curricular lessons Created writing program designed to make confident authors, both of formal and creative works Implemented original lessons designed to teach basic and complex grammatical rules Conferenced regularly with parents to discuss curriculum, program, etc. Served on Curriculum, Diversity, Marketing, Library, Camp, and Scheduling Committees Chaired and Prepared Reaccreditation Review through NYSAIS Director of Secondary School Placement Advised students and parents of secondary school options and opportunities Toured and Observed Secondary Schools Designed and Managed SSAT Prep Course Program Director of Marketing and Development: Created and implemented marketing strategies: print and television ads, social networking, mailings Participated and prepared for open houses, festivals, and other networking opportunities Produced commercials for television and movie theater spots Wrote/edited all communications, announcements, and copy for website Director of Summer Programs Designed and ran full seven-week educational summer program for 300-500 children Managed staff of 70+, including hiring, training, and regular performance evaluations