SHELLMARIE HARRIS
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Executive leader with more than 26 years of experience guiding organizational transformation across instructional services, educational technology, professional learning, operations, and strategic resource management in large K–12 systems. Leads complex, cross-functional organizations by connecting technology, instruction, data, and operational strategy to improve outcomes for students and staff. Known for modernizing systems, building high-performing teams, and turning fragmented initiatives into cohesive districtwide strategies. Experience spans enterprise technology operations, instructional materials management, AI implementation, professional development, digital transformation, intervention systems, and organizational redesign. Trusted advisor to executive leadership teams on strategic planning, budget stewardship, governance, risk management, and large-scale change initiatives. Successfully managed multimillion-dollar budgets, secured major grant funding, led technology modernization efforts, and implemented systems serving more than 145 schools and thousands of educators.
Results-oriented executive professional with history of delivering impactful organizational changes and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering culture of excellence. Renowned for adaptability and strong focus on achieving measurable results through effective collaboration and leadership.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director, Office of Educational Resources
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
07.2025 - Current
- Provide executive leadership for Educational Technology, Professional Development, Instructional Materials, Library Services, AVID, and Multi-Layered Systems of Support within one of the nation’s largest public school districts.
- Reorganized multiple district departments into a unified Office of Educational Resources, creating stronger alignment between instructional systems, technology services, intervention supports, and professional learning.
- Established the district’s AI implementation strategy, leading the adoption of ChatGPT, Gemini, Brisk, and MagicSchool AI to improve staff productivity, instructional planning, and operational efficiency.
- Developed governance frameworks and implementation guidance that enabled responsible, scalable use of artificial intelligence across district operations and classrooms.
- Designed AI-supported workflows that reduced manual administrative tasks while improving executive reporting, strategic planning, communications development, and data analysis.
- Direct a $15 million operating budget and align investments with district priorities, instructional goals, and organizational performance targets.
- Oversee professional learning systems serving more than 6,000 educators, ensuring district initiatives translate into classroom practice.
- Secure and manage grant funding that expands access to literacy supports, educational technology, and instructional improvement initiatives.
- Expanded digital library access and resource utilization, increasing engagement with district-supported learning resources.
- Partner with executive leadership and operational departments to strengthen organizational alignment, decision-making, and service delivery across the district.
Executive Director, Educational Technology, Instructional Materials & Library Services
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Led districtwide operations supporting instructional technology, curriculum resources, digital systems, and library services across 145 schools.
- Redesigned instructional materials purchasing and distribution processes, improving efficiency, transparency, and resource allocation across the district.
- Built a districtwide HQIM review and curriculum adoption process that strengthened alignment between instructional materials, district priorities, and classroom implementation.
- Led implementation and professional learning for district AI platforms, accelerating educator adoption of emerging technologies.
- Authored district procedures governing artificial intelligence, student device use, and Google platform administration, creating consistency and reducing operational risk.
- Conducted comprehensive analyses of intervention platforms and digital learning tools, providing executive leaders with data to guide investment decisions.
- Identified more than $2 million in savings through software consolidation, contract review, and operational efficiencies.
- Directed migration of district library systems to cloud-based infrastructure, improving reliability, reducing service interruptions, and modernizing access to resources.
- Managed instructional materials logistics supporting every school site in the district.
Executive Director, Educational Technology
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Led enterprise educational technology strategy, digital transformation initiatives, and technology modernization efforts during one of the most significant operational periods in district history.
- Directed districtwide technology operations supporting instructional applications, enterprise systems, digital learning environments, and infrastructure services.
- Managed multimillion-dollar budgets and secured approximately $50 million in ESSER funding to expand technology access and modernize district systems.
- Led development of large-scale hybrid and remote learning systems during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuity of instruction for students and staff.
- Developed strategic technology roadmaps that aligned technology investments with instructional priorities and operational needs.
- Created governance processes for software evaluation, application approval, and technology integration, improving oversight and reducing duplication of services.
- Built cross-functional partnerships among technology, curriculum, professional learning, and operational teams to improve districtwide implementation efforts.
- Directed professional learning initiatives that increased educator capacity to integrate technology into teaching and learning.
- Strengthened cybersecurity and technology governance practices to support operational resilience and risk mitigation.
Interim Executive Director, Infrastructure & Operations
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, NM
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed enterprise infrastructure operations to ensure seamless integration of networking, wireless systems, cloud services, servers, and core technology platforms.
- Facilitated uninterrupted technology services throughout the district while managing departmental transitions to support operational stability.
- Oversaw strategic infrastructure planning and facilitated operational transitions to support department relocation and enhance organizational structure.
Principal
eCADEMY High School
Albuquerque, NM
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Expanded virtual and blended learning opportunities that increased access, engagement, and academic flexibility for over 5000 students annually.
- Developed district virtual summer school programming that increased enrollment opportunities and improved graduation rates.
- Established adult diploma completion pathways that expanded educational access for adult learners.
- Implemented inquiry-based and personalized learning models that strengthened student engagement in online environments.
- Led professional learning initiatives that supported instructional innovation and improved teaching practices.
Education
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) - Educational Leadership
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMMaster of Science (M.S.) - Special Education
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMBachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration, Human Resources
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Executive Leadership
- Organizational Transformation
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Technology Modernization
- Enterprise Operations
- Budget Administration
- Procurement & Contract Management
- Instructional Materials Management
- Data Analytics, Data Visualization & Reporting Decision Support,
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Digital Transformation
- Risk Management
- Technology and Artificial Intelligence Strategy Governance
- Educational Technology Ecosystems
- Cybersecurity Oversight
Accomplishments
- Secured approximately $50 million in federal ESSER funding to modernize district technology infrastructure and digital learning systems.
- Directed implementation of enterprise AI platforms and established district governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption.
- Identified more than $2 million in operational savings through technology consolidation and strategic resource management.
- Reorganized district instructional support departments into a unified Office of Educational Resources, improving alignment among technology, curriculum, professional learning, libraries, and intervention services.
- Led district technology and instructional continuity efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling sustained teaching and learning operations.
- Developed districtwide HQIM review, curriculum adoption, and instructional resource management processes.
- Managed budgets exceeding $15 million while aligning investments to district strategic priorities.
- Led professional learning systems supporting more than 6,000 educators across a large urban school district.
Certification
- New Mexico Administrative Licensure
- New Mexico Special Education Level III-A Licensure
- Online Teaching Certification
Timeline
Executive Director, Office of Educational Resources
Albuquerque Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
Executive Director, Educational Technology, Instructional Materials & Library Services
Albuquerque Public Schools
07.2024 - 07.2025
Interim Executive Director, Infrastructure & Operations
Albuquerque Public Schools
11.2021 - 03.2022
Executive Director, Educational Technology
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2024
Principal
eCADEMY High School
10.2017 - 08.2019
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) - Educational Leadership
University of New Mexico
Master of Science (M.S.) - Special Education
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration, Human Resources
University of New Mexico
ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Assistant Principal, eCADEMY High School
- Interim Assistant Principal, Truman Middle School
- Principal Intern, Cleveland Middle School
- Special Education Teacher, Juvenile Detention Center