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Work History
Education
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Amanda McQuade

San Antonio

Summary

Strategic operations and instructional leader with 15+ years of experience driving transformation in education-focused organizations. Skilled in leading cross-functional initiatives, navigating ambiguity, and designing sustainable systems that elevate outcomes. Proven success in district turnarounds, curriculum alignment, and managing organizational change from concept to execution. Known for combining sharp analytical thinking with practical implementation to bring clarity, structure, and measurable results to complex challenges.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Consultant

Learning Sciences International
Remote
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Partner with school and district leaders nationwide to implement strategic instructional initiatives.
  • Facilitate leadership development, data-informed decision making, and curriculum adoption strategies across K–12 systems.
  • Provide actionable insights from CRM systems and fieldwork to product and strategy teams.
  • Deliver customized coaching and workshops, increasing client capacity to sustain improvement.

Executive Director of Instructional Operations

Richard Milburn Academy
01.2017 - 10.2020
  • Led transformation strategy that moved district from an F to a C rating in one year by overhauling academic operations and accountability systems.
  • Directed planning and execution of district-wide instructional systems, professional learning models, and continuous improvement cycles.
  • Aligned district priorities with TEA expectations through collaborative improvement planning with instructional leaders.
  • Oversaw academic programming, talent development, and operational compliance across multiple campuses, ensuring a student-centered approach.
  • Guided district leadership through instructional redesign to improve outcomes for underserved learners.

Director of Academics and Federal Programs

Harmony Public Schools
San Antonio
09.2014 - 12.2016
  • Managed cross-functional academic initiatives and compliance programs, spanning ESL, Special Education, and Gifted/Talented.
  • Designed and implemented instructional coaching strategies and K–8 science curricula aligned to state standards and assessments.
  • Collaborated with school leaders to improve instructional fidelity, teacher practice, and student engagement.
  • Directed federal program audits and ensured alignment with instructional outcomes and equity targets.

District Instructional Coordinator

Educational Resource Center
San Antonio
01.2011 - 09.2014

Supported Assistant Superintendent in achieving district accountability goals.

Monitored curriculum and instructional programs at juvenile facilities and detention centers.

Developed assessments and procedures to evaluate curriculum effectiveness.

Supervised campus personnel to enhance instructional programs via observations and meetings.

Teacher & Administrator

The Carver Academy
San Antonio
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Founded and led STEM programs and integrated enrichment curricula that enhanced student achievement.
  • Led school-wide instructional design, teacher development, and performance management systems.
  • Created strong instructional culture through training, coaching, and collaborative planning.

Education

M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction

University of Texas at San Antonio

B.S. - Biology

University of Texas At San Antonio

Skills

  • Strategic initiative leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Change management and organizational redesign
  • Instructional systems design
  • Data-informed decision making
  • Stakeholder engagement and executive communication
  • K–12 education expertise and curriculum adoption
  • Program evaluation and continuous improvement
  • Leadership development
  • Performance management

Certification

  • Texas Certifications: Principal EC–12
  • Life Science 8–12
  • NMSI 6–8
  • T-TESS & T-PESS Certified

Affiliations

  • PTSA President
  • Sports Chair

Accomplishments

  • Volunteer of the Year
  • Lifetime Award

Timeline

Educational Consultant

Learning Sciences International
01.2021 - 02.2022

Executive Director of Instructional Operations

Richard Milburn Academy
01.2017 - 10.2020

Director of Academics and Federal Programs

Harmony Public Schools
09.2014 - 12.2016

District Instructional Coordinator

Educational Resource Center
01.2011 - 09.2014

Teacher & Administrator

The Carver Academy
01.2007 - 01.2011

M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction

University of Texas at San Antonio

B.S. - Biology

University of Texas At San Antonio