Claudia Vela

• Supported department in areas of specialization in teacher appraisal, teacher compensation, teacher-set student learning objectives, school-wide growth measures, teacher professional learning, and teacher leadership opportunities
• Responsible for ensuring a high level of quality in all phases of planning, implementing, training, tracking, managing and continuously improving the components of the teacher appraisal system
• Supported the ongoing innovation and development of teacher leadership and growth models
• Supported the recruitment, development and retention of teachers and administrators throughout AISD

Appraisal Systems:

• Planned, implemented, coordinated, and reported on all functions related to teacher appraisal leadership programs (Leadership Pathways, LP+1, PDUs)
• Provided on-site coaching and support to principals and teachers to ensure consistency in the overall appraisal process
• Provided support to principals and teachers in using appraisal platforms
• Maintained an internal platform for all employee appraisal components, including observations and student growth measures
• Reviewed Student Growth components quality, rigor, and appropriateness for appraisal purposes

Professional Learning and Training:

• Provided leadership in the coordination and orientation/certification training (face-to-face and online) on appraisals system
• Planned, created and facilitated professional learning and support for all appraisal systems
• Collaborated with various departments to ensure appraisal rubrics and programs support district initiatives
• Gathered feedback to ensure continuous improvement of appraisal systems
• Planned and presented at periodic meetings of teachers, principals, and other stakeholders on appraisal components and district programs
• Supported teachers and administrators on collective understanding of student growth measures and assessment, particularly Schoolwide Value-Added, and Student Learning Objectives, Instructional Practice and Professional Growth
• Identified, created and delivered PD based on appraisal results and campus needs
• Provided technical support for district PD and appraisals platform

Collaboration and Communication:

• Spearheaded and collaboratively developed department communication and training plans
• Interpreted/analyzed data and prepared proposals, data and reports for various audiences as assigned
• Provided a customer experience for all district stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that promote a culture of respect and focus on achieving equitable outcomes

• Managed cohort 2 and 3 of the Region XIII Principal Certification Network (PCN)
• Facilitated teacher leadership activities: Superintendent's Teacher Advisory Forum, Targeted PD, Professional Learning Communities
• Created and presented PD based on campus needs and district priorities
• Facilitated the district Teacher of the Year program
• Co-planned and co-facilitated monthly meetings, seminars and institutes for district administrators.

• Supported recruitment, development, retention, and placement of teachers and administrators throughout district
• Coordinated and managed various Teacher Leadership programs: Lead Mentor Program, Teacher Leadership Development Program, National Board Certification Program
• Organized and facilitated various programs that highlighted preparation of new teachers (Teachers of Promise, Teacher Preparation Partnership, New Teacher Academy, Mentor Program)
• Developed and presented PD (Lead Mentor Training, Classroom Management, PD aligned with district goals and initiatives, PD based campus needs)

• Taught Reading, Language Arts and AP Language Arts
• Provided professional learning opportunities, guidance and support for beginning and pre-service teachers: Mentor Teacher on campus and Student Teacher for Texas State and University of Texas College of Education students
• Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience
• Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community
• Utilized various assessment methods to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly throughout the school year
• Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes
• Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources
• Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity
• Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' needs
• Actively participated in school-wide communities and led initiatives, assessment and programs (Dyslexia Assessment Administrator, Gifted and Talented Advocate, Mentor Teacher, Team Leader, Campus Advisory Council, Achievement Cadre, 6th Grade Transition Camp Teacher, TELPAS Rater and Trainer, Texas Observation Protocol Rater, Presented School-wide PD based on campus needs) focused on improving campus culture, and student learning
• Served as a leader (Curriculum Writing for Language Arts, Curriculum Writing for Advanced Academics, Trainer for New Teacher Academy) for district

• Taught core subjects of math, science, reading, technology, and history
• Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices in teaching 5th grade students.
• Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
• Promoted literacy skills through guided reading sessions, literature circles, and writing workshops
• Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
• Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff
• Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives
• Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings
• Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
• Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
• Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse needs of all learners within classroom.