Jeeda Gabriel
@jeedagabriel
Education program leader and program manager, driving student success and EdTech-enabled training through data-backed operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m an education leader and program manager with 20+ years of experience leading large-scale initiatives, training teams, and improving student success. I design and implement high-impact programs, translate educational expertise into EdTech and client success approaches, and focus on user experience, learning outcomes, and organizational performance.
In my current role, I lead student success and advisory programs by managing a large caseload, guiding students and families through academic and career pathways, and strengthening college readiness through structured planning and personalized support. I’ve delivered measurable results, including a 100% graduation rate across a cohort of 300+ students and improved college eligibility (A-G compliance) from 80% to 85%.
Previously, as a Director of Special Education & Student Services, I managed operations, compliance, budgets, and grants, coached 50+ staff members, and ran cross-functional initiatives including CALPADS reporting and curriculum alignment. I’ve also secured $350K+ in grant funding, improved IEP compliance timelines by 85%, reduced dispute resolution cases by 90%, and launched career pathway programs that increased access to career readiness opportunities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Counselor
King Drew Magnet High School (LAUSD)
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Delivered student success and advisory programs by managing a large caseload and guiding students and families through academic and career pathways. Achieved a 100% graduation rate across a cohort of 300+ students and increased college eligibility (A-G compliance) from 80% to 85% through targeted progress tracking and interventions.
CalAPA Scorer
Pearson Professional Programs
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Evaluated leadership performance submissions, ensuring alignment with professional standards and quality benchmarks.
Director of Special Education
Fallbrook Union High School District
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)
Led district-wide special education and student services programs, overseeing operations, compliance, and program delivery across multiple departments. Managed and coached 50+ staff members, secured $350K+ in grant funding, and improved IEP compliance timelines by 85% through process optimization.
Assistant Principal, Counseling
Verdugo Hills High School (LAUSD)
Jan 2016 - Jan 2020 (4 years)
Led counseling and student services operations by aligning programs to organizational goals and student needs. Increased graduation rates from 87% to 95% through targeted interventions and partnered with higher education institutions to launch dual enrollment for 300+ students.
Principal
Mt. Lukens Continuation High School (LAUSD)
Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)
Directed school operations including program strategy, budgeting, and performance improvement to increase student engagement and retention. Doubled course recovery rates from 7 to 15 and increased English Learner reclassification rates from 56% to 74% through system improvements and strengthened family and community partnerships.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of California, Los Angeles
College Counseling Certificate, College Counseling
Completed a College Counseling Certificate program at the University of California, Los Angeles.
California Lutheran University
Master of Science in School & Counseling Guidance, School & Counseling Guidance
Earned a Master of Science in School & Counseling Guidance from California Lutheran University.
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Psychology
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Los Angeles.
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