Angelia Watson
Innovative Leader
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Motivational leader excels in team building, culture-improving and performance-increasing initiatives. Demonstrating versatility in leadership approaches to acquire active participation in collaborative activities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Principal
New Braunfels ISD-Long Creek High School
7 2021 - Current
- Implemented and led PLC (Professional Learning Communities) in order to train teachers on disaggregating data to drive instructional practices
- Led a team of district stakeholders through a process plan in order to update existing grading guidelines to be consistent with growth mindset as the Team Lead for the Secondary Grading Guidelines Committee.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Successfully opened Long Creek High School campus while leading Ninth Grade campus
Principal
Boerne ISD- Boerne Middle School South
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Successfully closed gaps for English Language Learners through consistent Sheltered Instruction implementation for the 2019-20 and 2020-21 school years
- Named Top 10 Middle School in the State of Texas for this accomplishment
- Developed and implemented MTSS process that resulted in minimal learning loss during COVID
- Implemented and led PLC (Professional Learning Communities) in order to train teachers on disaggregating data to drive instructional practices
- Led a team of district stakeholders through a process plan in order to update existing grading guidelines to be consistent with growth mindset as the Team Lead for the Secondary Grading Guidelines Committee.
- Developed and implemented Truancy Prevention Measures (TPM) in response to compulsory attendance law requirements and RTI
- Successfully organized and supervised all components of State Testing with zero discrepancies
- Lead the Texas Literacy Initiative on campus and increased English EOC scores through strategic interventions
- Participated as a member of the Strategic Design Team.
DAEP Principal/Assistant Principal
Lake Travis ISD-Lake Travis High School
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Led teacher leaders in planning, organizing, and delivering campus professional learning opportunities based on teacher choice and campus need
- Developed and oversaw mentor program to ensure new teachers feel supported in order to retain high quality staff
- Oversaw ELL student progress and implemented SIOP training and integration to linguistically support English Language Learners
- Coordinated and oversaw campus RTI process and program to ensure students are identified and tracked for intervention strategies to ensure academic and life success
- Successfully coordinated Graduation and Project Graduation for over 1000 graduates
- Implemented Social and Emotional Learning training and presented district wide on classroom strategies for both teacher and student executive functioning skills.
Assistant Principal
Bastrop ISD-Cedar Creek High School
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed and implemented Truancy Prevention Measures (TPM) in response to compulsory attendance law requirements and RTI
- Successfully organized and supervised all components of State Testing with zero discrepancies
- Lead the Texas Literacy Initiative on campus and increased English EOC scores through strategic interventions
- Participated as a member of the Strategic Design Team.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
Assistant Principal Intern/Athletic Corrdinator
Frisco ISD-Lone Star High School
07.2010 - 06.2015
- Selected to Frisco ISD Leadership Seminar for future administrators
- An active member of the Frisco ISD District Improvement Oversight Subcommittee
- Developed job- imbedded professional development training based on campus needs as an active member of the Lone Star High School Campus Improvement Team Professional Development Subcommittee
- Established and maintained rapport with coaches, teachers, students, and parents; mentor and lead new teachers/coaches
- Determined and implemented the rules and policies for teams to follow
- Ensured UIL regulations and policies were followed
- Oversaw the functioning of athletics and extended leadership to routine functions and practice sessions.
- Assisted in supervising extracurricular activities and events.
Teacher/coach
Bastrop ISD-Bastrop High School
07.2006 - 06.2010
- Facilitated Gates-McGinitie Reading Testing for over 1000 students
- Evaluated results and properly placed students in appropriate remediation program for improved reading/writing TAKS scores
- Developed and implemented “pilot” study skills and reading remediation program for struggling readers
- Developed and implemented leadership training for all female athletes
- Presented leadership classes during study hall.
- Assisted fellow teachers in developing strategies to improve instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance.
Teacher/Coach
Vidor ISD- Vidor High School
07.1999 - 06.2006
- Identified new students with Dyslexia through testing
- Facilitated the campus Dyslexia program through monitoring identified students and teaching students strategies for success in the classroom
- Instrumental in the “rebuilding” of school and community after Hurricane Rita.
Staff Sargent
United States Air Force
08.1992 - 06.1996
- Managed and promoted Health and Wellness programs for active duty and civilian dependents
- Served during Operation Desert Storm
- Honorable Discharge.
- Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques during challenging situations, resulting in swift resolution of issues without compromising quality standards.
Education
Doctorate of Education Leadership -
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXMasters of Education Administration - undefined
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXBachelor of Arts and Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - undefined
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXSkills
Innovative Problem-Solver
Strategic Thinker
Define and Lead a Culture of Equity, Inclusiveness, & Diversity
Effective Communicator
Desire to Grow & Improve
Instructional Leadership
Certification
Superintendent (EC-12)
Trainings and Credentials
- Thompson Executive Principal Leadership Academy 2021
- Wellness Champion Certification- Breathe for Change 2018
- Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor 2018
- Texas Literacy Leadership Summit 2017
- Texas Literacy Leadership Summit 2016
- TASSP Leadership Academy 2016
- Cognitive Coaching Series 2015
- ESS 2016/PDAS 2014
- Frisco ISD Leadership Seminar for Future Educators- 2013-14
- Texas Administrators Appraisal, Nonrenewal, Termination Documentation Training- 2013
- Love and Logic “Essential Skills for the Classroom”- 2013
- Kagan Cooperative Learning Strategies Coaching Day -2013
- Instructional Leadership Development Certification- Region 13- 2012
- Kagan Cooperative Learning Strategies- 2012
- TXBESS Mentor Teacher Training – 2010
- TELPAS/Sheltered Instruction
- NCAA Advanced Regional Soccer Coaching Diploma- 2008
- NCAA Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma 2002
- Irlen Screener Certification- 2005
- Differentiated Curriculum Design for Excellence- 2005
- Dyslexia Screening/Teacher Certification-2004
- Personal Trainer Certification (National Strength and Conditioning Association) 2002
- Military Public Health and Wellness Certification 1992
- Emergency Medical Technician 1992
Publications and Presentations
- Assessing the Need for Social and Emotional Learning in Secondary Schools in an Affluent, High-Performing Central Texas School District: A Comprehensive Needs Assessment, Doctoral Dissertation, 2018
- Secondary Students and SEL, Presentation, Texas Council of Professors of Educational Administration (TCPEA) Graduate Research Exchange, 2018
- Secondary Students and SEL, Presentation, 2019 International Conference on Education and social Development (ICESD’19), 2018
- Implementing Social and Emotional Learning in the Secondary Classroom, Presentation, Lake Travis ISD Professional Development Conference, 2019
- Trauma Informed Approaches to Social and Emotional Learning: Do No Harm, Presentation, Lake Travis ISD Learning Together Conference, 2019
Committees and Honors
- Texas Association of Secondary Principals Texas Study Committee 2023
- Texas Council of Professors of Educational Administration Discipline Task force 2017
- District Strategic Design Committee Member 2016
- Texas Literacy Initiative Chairman 2015
- District Improvement Team Student Achievement Subcommittee Chairperson- 2014-2015
- District Improvement Team Oversight Subcommittee- Frisco ISD -2013-2014
- Site Based Improvement Team Professional Development Subcommittee-Lone Star High School 2012
- Site Based Improvement Committee-Bastrop High School- 2008-2010
- Texas Girls High School Coaches Association
- Texas High School Soccer Coaches Association
- National Association of Soccer Coaches
- District 19-5A Soccer Coach of the Year- 2010
- Bastrop County Coach of the Year-2009
- Who’s Who Among America Teacher’s 2003
- Honorable Discharge, United States Air Force 1996
- Airman of the Quarter 1995
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
Timeline
Principal
Boerne ISD- Boerne Middle School South
07.2019 - 06.2021
DAEP Principal/Assistant Principal
Lake Travis ISD-Lake Travis High School
07.2017 - 06.2019
Assistant Principal
Bastrop ISD-Cedar Creek High School
07.2015 - 07.2017
Assistant Principal Intern/Athletic Corrdinator
Frisco ISD-Lone Star High School
07.2010 - 06.2015
Teacher/coach
Bastrop ISD-Bastrop High School
07.2006 - 06.2010
Teacher/Coach
Vidor ISD- Vidor High School
07.1999 - 06.2006
Staff Sargent
United States Air Force
08.1992 - 06.1996
Principal
New Braunfels ISD-Long Creek High School
7 2021 - Current
Doctorate of Education Leadership -
Lamar University
Masters of Education Administration - undefined
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Interdisciplinary Studies - undefined
Lamar University