Carol Tsushima, Ed.D.

Experience

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  Various Retail Outlets

  Jun 1986 - Sept 1997

  Retail Management

  BASS, Cabazon, CA Store Manager Restructured underachieving store and oversaw all operations of business Maximized profits through effective management of monthly budget, sales and customer service Hired, trained and managed staff of 10ESPRIT, Cabazon, CAStore Manager/Co-manager Oversaw and managed all operations of $9 million store Hired, trained, and managed staff of up to 75 Maintained high profit margins through effective management of budget, sales and customer serviceHARRIS’, San Bernardino, CADepartment Manager/Assistant BuyerLEROY’S,Redlands, CAAssistant Manager/Sales Associate Show less

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  CRYROP

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2012

  Planned, organized, managed and oversaw curriculum development, facility coordination and instructional activities in support of ROP programs and services.Coordinated activities, communications, resources and information between ROP personnel and local school districts, organizations and the community to assure smooth and efficient instructional operations and activities.Supervised the performance of faculty and other assigned personnel; interviewed and selected employees and recommended transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; arranged employee schedules and assign duties.Visited various ROP sites to monitor and evaluate instructional programs and services to assure compliance with established goals, procedures, guidelines and regulations; evaluated effectiveness of instructional programs and services; assisted in the implementation of instructional and curriculum modifications as appropriate.Planned, organized and implemented long and short-term programs and activities designed to enhance assigned programs and services. Show less Planned, developed, implemented and evaluated program services for at-risk students in compliance with WIA contract requirements. Ensured communication with faculty and staff in order to provide high quality services to participants. Marketed program to community organizations and school districts through press releases, networking, and brochures. Maintained professional relationships with community organizations, local businesses, and government agencies to ensure quality of the program. Supervised subordinate staff assigned to the program. Show less Fashion Merchandising/Small Business Ownership and Management – Developed curriculum reflective of current industry trends and standards. Developed and managed community classroom sites within local community. Incorporated Distributive Educational Clubs of America (DECA) projects and activities into courses. Career Transitions – Concentrated on post-secondary and career research. Sought out and utilized Career Choices curriculum.  Summer Leadership Academy – Assisted in developing curriculum directed to at-risk seniors. Worked closely with community organizations to secure internship sites, field trips, and mock interview sessions. Worked closely with parents and other relevant family members to assist in student’s success.  DECA – Served as faculty advisor for 5 years. Traveled with student members to local, state and national competitions. Served on California DECA State Board as Inland Empire Representative. Managed local and state events. Recruited district business teacher to co-advise, enabling freshmen and sophomores to participate. Presented students to CJUSD School Board, Colton City Council, CRY-ROP School Board, and community business meetings. Show less

  • Director of Education Services

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  • Program Manager

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2009

  • Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Program Coordinator

    Jan 2002 - Jan 2006

  • Marketing Instructor

    Jan 1997 - Jan 2002
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  UCR Extension

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2013

  Designated Subjects Credentialing Instructor

  ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION IN ADULT AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATIONEDUC X312.99 - Assessment techniques that align to standards and learning objectives in order to guide the selection of instructional content and assessment. Utilization of curriculum for evaluation of student performance and competency attainment.ADULT LEARNING PROCESSEDUC X312.97 - Adult and adolescent learning and developmental theories. Methods and techniques for adapting instruction to meet the diverse needs of adult and adolescent learners. Strategies to enhance problem solving, critical thinking, independent learning and positive attitudes. Show less

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  CRYROP

  Jul 2012 - Jun 2018

  Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services

  Planned, organized, controlled and directed services and activities related to student guidance, career and technical education programs, staff development and COE/WASC accreditation. Designed and implemented effective and efficient instructional programs resulting in student achievement. Coordinated and directed curriculum development to enhance educational and career and technical education services and programs for enrolled students.Coordinated, implemented and directed curriculum development activities; selected instructional materials to enhance career and technical education services and programs for enrolled students according to established guidelines and regulations; oversaw the adoption and monitoring of new courses to be taught by ROP.Supervised the performance of assigned personnel; interviewed and selected employees and recommended transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; arranged employee schedules and assigned duties.Oversaw the accreditation process to assure ROP programs and activities comply with established guidelines and regulations, including Title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA); communicated with accrediting commissions to ensure organizational requirements remain current; organized and directed the development and implementation of subsequent strategic action plans, goals and objectives.Developed and prepared the annual preliminary budget for the Educational Services Department; analyzed and reviewed budgetary and financial data; controlled and authorized expenditures in accordance with established limitations; monitored supervisory staff budgets.Provided technical expertise, information and assistance to the Superintendent regarding assigned functions; assisted in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs to assure an economical, safe and efficient work environment. Show less

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  San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools

  Jun 2018 - now

  Serves as the liaison among education, business, government and community stakeholders as these groups collaborate strategically to support the success of diverse students in San Bernardino County; coordinates collaborative action of cross-sector practitioners to prepare students for postsecondary education and career opportunities, and to connect the academic core to relevant, real-world application, contributing to improved student outcomes; supports the Innovation and Engagement Branch with active facilitation of the systemic approach to integrated pathway development resulting in broad community ownership and shared community vision; oversees operations of SBCROP and related CTE programs and support services; collaborates with school districts, colleges, local and state agencies to coordinate program activities; informs countywide governance structures and cross-sector practitioners of inputs, results, and conditions contributingto outcomes; responsible for oversight of associated grant funded projects, including compiling auditable federal, state and local mandated accountability and performance reports; implements the countywide vision for education that spans early learning through postsecondary and communicates that vision. Show less Supported the countywide development of integrated pathways, overseeing all aspects of budget, staff, and operation; led active facilitation of the Regional Hub of Excellence, Cradle to Career and Alignment San Bernardino County; served as lead staff to build proficiency among other staff and partners in implementing the alignment process, committee structure, tactical planning, engagement of multi-sector partners and mutual accountability for results; supported collective impact work with agencies in the Countywide Vision Cradle to Career through stakeholder collaboration; facilitated the systemic approach to integrated pathway development resulting in broad community ownership and shared community vision; informs countywide governance structures and cross-sector practitioners of inputs, results, and conditions contributing to outcomes; oversaw associated grant funded projects, including compiling auditable federal, state and local mandated accountability and performance reports;implemented processes by which networks of cross-sector practitioners use data to continually identify, adopt and scale practices to improve student outcomes; implemented the countywide vision for education that spans early learning through postsecondary and communicated that vision. Show less

  • Administrator - Alliance/SBCROP

    Jul 2019 - now

  • Chief of Operations - Alliance for Education

    Jun 2018 - Jun 2019