Alicia Chavez
Weslaco,TX
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Principal at Weslaco ISD, adept in instructional leadership and fostering student achievement through data-driven instruction. Excelled in enhancing teacher effectiveness and establishing pivotal intervention programs, significantly improving academic levels. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments and boosting English proficiency among ESL students. Demonstrates exceptional organizational and communication skills, contributing to a cohesive school community.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Weslaco ISD
Weslaco, TX
08.2013 - 06.2023
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Coordinated special events such as parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and graduation ceremonies to promote a sense of community within the school.
ESL Teacher
Weslaco ISD
Weslaco, TX
08.2004 - 05.2013
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Improved reading comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In English - English
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX07.1999
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
Certification
English, certificate, grades 6-12
ESL certified grades 6-12
Principal certificate, EC-12
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Weslaco ISD
08.2013 - 06.2023
ESL Teacher
Weslaco ISD
08.2004 - 05.2013
Bachelor Of Arts In English - English
University of Texas Pan American