ANDREA GUTIERREZ
Assistant Principal
Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced instructional leader with a strong record of coaching educators, leading cross-functional teams, and managing complex operations in dynamic school environments. Experienced in driving data-informed strategies and fostering inclusive, high-achieving communities. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, bilingual communication, professional development, and program implementation—ready to bring these strengths to mission-driven organizations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Assistant Principal of Instruction
KIPP Texas
06.2020 - Current
- Lead strategic planning and execution of instructional coaching for a team of nine teachers, improving student outcomes through weekly observations, lesson internalization, and data analysis.
- Develop and facilitate professional development sessions for Social Studies AP For All program (Grades 9-12), ensuring equitable access to advanced coursework.
- Collaborate with leadership and teachers to create a supportive academic and behavioral culture that aligns with college readiness standards and postsecondary success.
- Coordinate with KIPP Forward to oversee ACT tutoring, testing logistics, and college access initiatives, ensuring students are prepared for postsecondary education.
- Drive data-informed decision-making by analyzing student achievement metrics to refine instructional practices and intervention strategies.
- Plan and implement school-wide academic and culture initiatives, including tutoring programs, professional development, and family engagement activities.
Founding Assistant Principal of Instruction
KIPP Texas
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Paseo Preparatory
- Designed and implemented instructional coaching programs for six teachers across Reading, Writing, and Social Studies (Grades 5-7), leading to measurable student achievement gains
- Developed strategic academic interventions aligned with best practices in student retention and success
- Collaborated with leadership teams to build school-wide initiatives, including campus-wide testing coordination, student success celebrations, and data-driven instructional planning
- Led family outreach initiatives to foster strong community relationships, improving student engagement and academic performance
- Paseo Preparatory
International Baccalaureate Programme Coordinator
McAllen ISD
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Directed the implementation of the IB Middle Years and Diploma Programmes, ensuring program fidelity and student success.
- Managed exam logistics for over 220 students taking IB and AP exams, achieving a 100% IB Diploma success rate in 2018
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Developed postsecondary advising strategies to support college readiness for first-generation and underrepresented students.
- Served as a student advisor and co-led Student Council, emphasizing leadership development and student engagement.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires.
High School Social Studies Teacher
McAllen ISD
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning for over 150 students in the classroom per year.
- Planned and implemented Social Studies curriculum and daily lessons to meet Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, Advanced Placement Standards, or International Baccalaureate Standards.
- Engaged in consistent and high-quality professional development led by Teach For America, College Board, and the International Baccalaureate.
- Managed Student Council and other student leadership organizations, including building and managing organization budgets and school-wide event planning.
Corps Member
Teach For America
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Company Overview: Rio Grande Valley Corps Member
- Rio Grande Valley Corps Member
High School College Advisor
Advise TX
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided postsecondary advising to high school students, with a focus on first-generation college-goers and underrepresented communities.
- Assisted students with college applications, FAFSA completion, and scholarship access, increasing college matriculation rates.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX 01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Government
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX 01.2007 - 01.2010
Skills
- Postsecondary advising
- Persistence strategies
- Program development
- Program implementation
- College access initiatives
- Staff management
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Educational technology
- Progress monitoring
- Program management
Certification
Principal, Grades EC-12, Texas State Board of Education
Career Recognitions And Community Engagement
- District Secondary Teacher of the Year, McAllen ISD, 2018
- Teacher of the Year, Lamar Academy, 2018
- Teacher of the Year, McAllen High School, 2015
- Teach For America Alumni Board, 2017-2024
- Leadership McAllen Steering Board, 2017-2020
- TEDxMcAllen Planning Committee, 2019
Leadership And Professional Development
- School Leadership Learning Lab, Teach For America, 2025
- KIPP Foundation Academic and Counseling Excellence Network, Rigor Strand Leader, 2022-2023
- Rural School Leadership Academy, Teach For America, 2019-2020
- McAllen ISD Mid-Management Roundtable, 2018
- Leadership McAllen, Class XXXVII, 2017-2018
Timeline
Assistant Principal of Instruction
KIPP Texas
06.2020 - Current
Founding Assistant Principal of Instruction
KIPP Texas
01.2020 - 01.2022
International Baccalaureate Programme Coordinator
McAllen ISD
08.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
01.2015 - 01.2017
High School Social Studies Teacher
McAllen ISD
08.2012 - 06.2019
Corps Member
Teach For America
07.2012 - 06.2014
High School College Advisor
Advise TX
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Government
The University of Texas At Austin
01.2007 - 01.2010
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