Diana Garza

Other roles assumed: Instructional Team Member; Website Manager; System Course Leader (math); Curriculum Writer; Discipline Committee Member

• Mentored and coached teachers through professional development and modeling instructional strategies to improve professional growth
• Provided guidance to teachers on how to assess student learning needs to be able to provide relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps
• Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies
• Conducted instructional rounds with administrative team to observe teacher practices and gather data
• Joined administrative team in interviews to assess candidate skills, qualifications, and cultural fit within the organization
• Served as Acting Administrator when other admins were out, including during Saturday school and summer school.

Other roles assumed: Instructional Team Member; Campus Website Manager; Mentor Teacher; Curriculum Writer; Campus Newsletter Composer; Discipline Committee Member; Events & Activities Committee Member; Sunshine Committee Member

• Developed and implemented small group instruction aimed at closing achievement gaps in mathematics using targeted intervention strategies
• Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support and developed personalized plans for improvement
• Analyzed student assessment data to develop data-centered instruction to promote student growth

• Developed weekly lesson plans aligned with state standards
• Developed effective assessment strategies for measuring student progress in alignment with instructional goals
• Achieved 86% passing rate on 4th grade math STAAR test (highest in our district)

• Taught primarily math and reading in both a resource and an inclusion setting
• Case managed, maintained accurate records and progress data, and scheduled and attended ARDs for all students serviced
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior
• Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

• Attained role of Special Ed Coordinator, ESL Coordinator, Testing Coordinator, GT Coordinator, and 504 Coordinator along with compiling and maintaining records and all documents for these programs as required by district and state
• Coordinated teacher supervision and evaluation processes with principal, ensuring that all instructional elements were implemented
• Facilitated collaborative meetings between department heads to discuss curricular alignment across grade levels and subject areas
• Led 50% or more of weekly staff meetings and spearheaded all required training for all Special Programs
• Conducted ongoing professional development workshops for staff members, ensuring continuous improvement in teaching skills and strategies
• Oversaw schedule management and grade book database for teachers and students
• Coordinated and managed monthly special events to foster community engagement