1. AMY PIACENTINO
Amykids@yahoo.com
A passionate and dedicated change leader with more than 30 years of diverse experience within the field of education. Possesses a
demonstrated ability to transform underperforming schools/districts with complex constraints into environments that cultivate
student learning, engagement, and holistic growth. Maintains a steadfast conviction that every student can learn, and utilizes
program development, relationship building, and analytical assessment skills to advocate for that belief. A communicative,
compassionate, and encouraging mentor who revitalizes teachers and administrators by providing them with best practices and
decision-making strategies. Thrives in fast-paced, high-stress environments that require strategic realignment in multiple key
areas. Unites individuals across roles, organizations, & geographical locations by providing hands-on, strengths-based leadership.
· School Transformation · Strategic Planning · Counseling & Support
· Mentoring & Coaching · Resource Allocation · Relationship Development
· Motivational Leadership · Teambuilding · Problem Solving
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, Columbus, OH  2013-Present
RACE TO THE TOP REGIONAL SPECIALIST
Positions schools to realize their vision of 100% graduation and college/career readiness by spearheading the implementation
of the Federal School Transformation Model. Aligns districts’ Race to the Top grant strategies with overarching Ohio
Department of Education initiatives and objectives.
· Enhanced performance by developing and leading professional development and coaching sessions for Superintendents,
Directors, Principals, Teachers, and professional organizations/academic conferences.
· Demonstrated up-to-date expertise in educational leadership, evaluation and supervision, curriculum and standards, and
assessments and instructional practices.
DELAWARE CITY SCHOOLS, Delaware, OH  2004-2013
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND PROGRAMMING, PRINCIPAL
Situated schools to exceed performance standards by ensuring that curriculum and programming aligned with federal, state,
and Board of Education guidelines and advising superintendent on curriculum and compliance matters.
· Allocated resources effectively by preparing and administered district budgets of $1.5M+.
· Designed, directed, & evaluated diverse programs, ranging from federal initiatives to special education.
· Strengthened leadership and performance by coordinating professional development for admininistrators and teachers.
· Guided the district to Excellent with Distinction Rating.
CENTER FOR ESSENTIAL SCHOOL REFORM, Reynoldsburg, OH  2001-2004
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, QUALITY IMPACT TEAM PROJECT DIRECTOR
Directed and implemented the Ohio Department of Education-sponsored educational reform coaching project.
· Led efforts to raise achievement-boosting efforts in low-performing areas by hiring, coaching, and supervising leaders.
· Paved the way for data-based decision making by documenting shifts in academic achievements in schools served by
Quality Impact Teams, which improved data availability.
· Contributed to National School Reform efforts by coordinating with Coalition of Essential Schools.
Previous positions also included Principal for Marion City Schools, Kenton City Schools, and St. Mary School and
Classroom/Special Education Teacher for Elgin Local Schools.
EDUCATION
MASTERS OF ARTS, (EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP)
UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON, Dayton, OH
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (EDUCATION)
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, Columbus, OH
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EVOCATIVE COACHING FACULTY
Center for School Transformation, Williamsburg VA
POST-GRADUATE WORK/ADJUNCT
Ashland University, Ashland, OH
COGNITIVE COACHING
Center for Cognitive Coaching, Denver, CO
POST-GRADUATE WORK
University of Toledo, Toledo, OH