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Michael R. Testani

Doylestown

Summary

Dedicated and student-centered elementary school principal with a proven track record of fostering a nurturing, high-achieving school culture in a small community setting. Skilled in leading collaborative teams, driving instructional excellence, and supporting diverse learner needs, including overseeing a regional, low-incidence emotional support program. Committed to building strong relationships with students, staff, and families to ensure every child is known, challenged, and supported.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal, Linden Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2017 - Current
  • Implemented Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) to improve student outcomes through integrated academic and behavioral supports.
  • Led school-wide adoption of School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS), resulting in increased consistency and improved school climate.
  • Oversaw a regional, low-incidence emotional support program serving students with intensive behavioral and emotional needs.
  • Facilitated instructional rounds to promote shared learning and reflective practice among staff.
  • Secured “No Place for Hate” designation through initiatives that promote equity, kindness, and inclusion.
  • Mentored early-career teachers and leaders, fostering leadership capacity and retention within the school.

Principal, Gayman Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2012 - 07.2017
  • Led the implementation of Response to Instruction and Intervention (RTI), enhancing early academic and behavioral support systems.
  • Oversaw a successful multi-phase building renovation project, ensuring minimal disruption to instruction while modernizing learning spaces.
  • Fostered a strong sense of community through regular family engagement events and staff recognition programs.
  • Supported professional learning communities (PLCs) to align instruction and assessment practices across grade levels.
  • Championed a culture of data-informed instruction and teacher collaboration.


Assistant Principal, Mill Creek Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2009 - 07.2012
  • Built and managed the master schedule to support instructional priorities and student services.
  • Coordinated PSSA administration, ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant testing procedures.
  • Supervised all support staff and oversaw daily operations to maintain smooth building functions.
  • Conducted classroom observations and collaborated with teams to strengthen instruction and interventions.
  • Budgeting: In-depth support of the budgetary process with the school principal. Recommend programs and staffing provisions for the following year.
  • Special programs: Established RTI and IST procedures as well as systems to promote early intervention and child find.

Assistant Principal, Groveland Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2008 - 07.2009
  • Led the development of the master schedule and facilitated key operational planning.
  • Created and distributed the weekly staff newsletter to enhance internal communication and culture.
  • Directed the Great Grizzly recognition program to support positive behavior and school spirit.
  • Provided instructional supervision and supported school-wide initiatives and student services.

Classroom Teacher, Gayman Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
08.1998 - 06.2008
  • Designed and delivered standards-aligned instruction in all core subjects, fostering academic growth in diverse learners.
  • Collaborated in a co-teaching model to support inclusive practices and differentiated instruction for all students.
  • Served on the district committee to revise and standardize 6th grade performance-based assessment rubrics.
  • Created engaging, student-centered learning environments that emphasized collaboration, critical thinking, and high expectations.

Education

Master of Science: Educational Leadership - Pennsylvania Certification in Administration

Delaware Valley University
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
01.2006

Master of Education - Pennsylvania Certification in Elementary and Special Education

LaSalle University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Elizabethtown College
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
01.1992

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Positive school climate & SWPBIS
  • Inclusive practices & special programs
  • Staff supervision & coaching
  • Family and community engagement
  • Strategic planning & data use
  • MTSS & student support systems
  • Crisis response & safety
  • Collaborative team leadership
  • Budget & resource management

Certification

  • Pennsylvania Level II Certification, Elementary & Special Education
  • Pennsylvania Administrative Certificate, Principal, Kindergarten – 12

Hobbies and Interests

Family, exercising, golfing, cooking, traveling, percussion, skiing, reading, current events

Timeline

Principal, Linden Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2017 - Current

Principal, Gayman Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2012 - 07.2017

Assistant Principal, Mill Creek Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2009 - 07.2012

Assistant Principal, Groveland Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
07.2008 - 07.2009

Classroom Teacher, Gayman Elementary School

Central Bucks School District
08.1998 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Elizabethtown College

Master of Science: Educational Leadership - Pennsylvania Certification in Administration

Delaware Valley University

Master of Education - Pennsylvania Certification in Elementary and Special Education

LaSalle University

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