BLANCA VARGAS
Tulare,CA
Summary
Educational leader with over 20 years in K-12 education and extensive experience in district administration. Specializes in implementing MTSS, leading student wellness initiatives, and ensuring Title IX compliance. Known for fostering collaborative environments that enhance student engagement and improve school culture.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Services
Lemoore Union High School District
01.2025 - Current
- Lead districtwide student services systems including MTSS, attendance, SEL, behavioral supports, student wellness initiatives, and crisis response protocols
- Supervise multidisciplinary student support teams including nurses, psychologists, social workers, behavior technicians, and special education staff
- Facilitated districtwide professional development to strengthen student support systems and promote positive school climate initiatives
- Collaborated with site administrators, counselors, and community agencies to enhance student engagement, attendance, and intervention systems
- Analyze student data to guide interventions, improve outcomes, and support equitable educational practices
- Coordinated Title IX compliance processes, investigations, appeals, and student support procedures to ensure adherence to legal standards
- Develop district procedures, training materials, and compliance documentation aligned with California Education Code and federal requirements
Learning Director
Lemoore High School
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinated MTSS processes to enhance intervention planning, analyze data, and facilitate student support meetings
- Supported implementation of academic achievement initiatives, restorative practices, and behavioral interventions to improve student outcomes
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and administrators to address student academic and social-emotional needs
- Assisted in developing schoolwide discipline systems and crisis response protocols, enhancing parent communication processes
- Supported instructional coaching and professional development efforts for certificated staff
Principal
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
Avenal, USA
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Directed daily operations of a comprehensive school serving approximately 700 students
- Implemented instructional initiatives and schoolwide systems focused on student achievement and positive school culture
- Supervised certificated and classified staff, conducting evaluations and providing coaching, hiring support, and professional growth opportunities
- Led behavior intervention systems, parent engagement efforts, and school safety procedures
- Managed school budgets and compliance requirements, ensuring effective operational planning to meet institutional goals
- Developed partnerships with community agencies and organizations to enhance resources available for students and families
- Supported staff through collaborative leadership and continuous improvement practices
Student Support Coordinator
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
Avenal, USA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Coordinated district and site-level student intervention systems to enhance instructional quality
- Conducted classroom observations and collaborated with teachers to refine instructional strategies and classroom management approaches
- Facilitated policy implementation, provided student discipline support, and strengthened parent communication
- Supported hiring processes, staff development, and compliance procedures
Instructional Coach & Teacher
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
Avenal, USA
01.2001 - 01.2012
- Applied data-driven instructional strategies to address diverse learning needs and improve student outcomes
- Coached teachers in instructional practices and delivered professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness
- Collaborated with staff and families to improve student achievement and social-emotional development
- Fostered positive classroom environments that promoted engagement and supported student behavior
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Brandman University
Irvine, CABachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts & General Studies
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CASkills
- Student Services Leadership
- Instructional Leadership
- MTSS implementation
- SEL & Behavioral Intervention
- Crisis Management
- Title IX compliance
- Policy compliance
- Equity leadership
- Special education collaboration
- Data analysis
- Attendance strategies
- Staff Supervision & Coaching
- Professional development
- Family partnerships
- Restorative Practices
Credentials And Certifications
- Administrative Services Credential
- CPI Certified
- SB 1626 Campus Safety Certification
- Title IX Compliance & Investigation Training
- Professional Working Proficiency in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Director of Student Services
Lemoore Union High School District
01.2025 - Current
Learning Director
Lemoore High School
01.2023 - 01.2025
Principal
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
01.2015 - 01.2023
Student Support Coordinator
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
01.2012 - 01.2015
Instructional Coach & Teacher
Reef-Sunset Unified School District
01.2001 - 01.2012
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Brandman University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts & General Studies
California State University, Fresno