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Dr. Mae LaBella

Arroyo Seco,NM

Summary

Strategic educational leader focused on enhancing student achievement through instructional alignment, staff development, and innovative program design. Expertise in curriculum development, data-driven decision-making, and fostering collaborative teams to improve academic outcomes. Experienced in school safety initiatives, Restorative Justice practices, and professional development aligned with state standards. Proven success in securing grants and optimizing operational efficiency to drive continuous improvement in education.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Principal

Taos Academy
Taos, New Mexico
07.2024 - Current
  • Enforced school discipline policies
  • Facilitated meetings with parents to review and support student progress
  • Organized meetings with staff to review school initiatives
  • Meet with outside organizations and community
  • Work with Taos Police Department
  • Work as part of TA Leadership Team on a weekly basis
  • Train and meet with staff in different capacities such as Instructional Leadership Team (ILT), safety team, Swift team, etc.
  • Conducted graduation checks to ensure seniors met requirements
  • Collaborated with committees to enhance and develop school programs
  • Served as 504 coordinator to support student accommodations
  • Liaison between Taos Behavioral Health and Luna Health
  • ConductTeacher walkthroughs and Evaluations
  • Work with Registrar and NOVA Coordinator (company) to determine and enter course codes into the SIS system.
  • Obtained New Mexico Certified Personnel Officer certification
  • Track students and meet with staff, parents and students to discuss Student Success Plans and Probationary Enrollments
  • Lead and work with curriculum team to align curriculum
  • Provide professional development for staff
  • Ensure policy is adhered to by all stakeholders of TA
  • Monitored core staff attendance
  • Develop and help present new staff orientation and returning staff orientations
  • Facilitated orientation meetings for new students and parents
  • Work with attendance coach to follow through on attendance to determine any drops or referrals to teen court/JPO
  • Meet JPO officers, students, and parents to work on student attendance issues
  • Attend CTE/Pathways training outside of school with NMPED and UNM
  • Work with NMPED, DTC, and Dean of Students to ensure each cohort is on the right track for graduation and each cohort meets all requirements
  • Weekly meetings with Executive Director of school
  • Approve any students wanting to attend the FLEX Program, Early dismissals for activities or leave of absences.
  • Coordinated with NMPED, CCP Team, and C2P to align educational pathways
  • Set up hiring for positions at TA
  • Give speeches for graduation and honor society ceremonies
  • Confirm and notify salutatorian and valedictorian
  • Sign off on students on 30 day contracts.
  • Improve and create procedures for TA
  • Managed scheduling and allocated Full-Time Equivalent positions
  • Work closely with HR to ensure compliance in different areas such as student teaching, licensure, etc.

Director of Student Nutrition and Transportation

Taos Municipal Schools
Taos, New Mexico
09.2022 - 05.2023

Monitor the nutritional quality of food served in cafeterias across the district.

  • Research and implement the best practices for menu planning based on the dietary needs of students.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness by conducting periodic audits of menus and facilities.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with school staff to evaluate and advance student nutrition initiatives.
  • Create and manage budgets for multiple school sites, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate ordering of supplies. equipment, and food items.
  • Purchase a new food service delivery truck and mechanic work truck.
  • Supervise a team of 10+ employees responsible for meal preparation and serving students.
  • Implement new policies and procedures related to food safety standards at all school sites.
  • Analyze data from surveys and focus groups to identify areas of improvement in student nutrition programs.
  • Work closely with local health departments on inspections related to food safety standards.
  • Design professional development activities for cafeteria staff members focused on customer service skills.
  • Assisted schools in developing strategies for marketing their student nutrition services.
  • Organize special events such as taste testing days or farm-to-school initiatives such as with Nuevo Thursdays and New Mexico Home Grown to promote farmers and organic food
  • Ensure compliance with federal laws relating to child nutrition programs (USDA, Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Program, NMHG, Universal Free Meals, after School Snack Program, and Breakfast After the Bell).
  • Collaborate with community organizations on projects that support healthy eating habits among students such as Farm to Table Initiative with TCECD.
  • Supported schools in menu planning, costing, nutrient analysis, purchasing, and inventory control to optimize student nutrition services.
  • Schedule use of facilities and catering services for events. Completed and submitted reimbursable claims.
  • Completed and submitted applications for Student Nutrition funding.
  • Collaborate with community organizations on projects that support healthy eating habits among students such as Farm to Table Initiative with TCECD)
  • Ensure proper training of cafeteria personnel on proper sanitation practices by health department standards.
  • Maintain records of meals served daily at each school site according to USDA guidelines.
  • Schedule use of facilities and catering services for events.
  • Completed and submitted all reimbursable claims to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
  • Completed and submitted applications for Student Nutrition funding to support program initiatives.
  • Implemented E-trition software to assist with inventory, menu planning, recipe tracking, and parent page.
  • Applied for and received a $517,000 Infrastructure grant to improve the cafeterias and kitchens throughout the district.
  • Received acknowledgment at the New Mexico Legislature for participation and growth in the NMHG Program.
  • Managed bus routes to ensure safe and timely transportation for students to and from school and activities.
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations relating to student transportation.
  • Oversaw maintenance and replacement of vehicles and buses to ensure safe transportation for students.
  • Maintain administrative records. Plan, organize, and supervise the work of school bus drivers and others responsible for the safe transportation of students.
  • Collected ridership data and submitted reports to NMPED for funding.
  • Applied for • electric bus funding.
  • Responsible for the implementation of the live camera system; upgrading from an older, outdated system. In collaboration with the district IT director, buses will now have wireless via e-rate funding.
  • Maintained vehicle/bus work logs and implemented ridership and GPS bus location software.

College Adjunct Instructional Staff

University of New Mexico, Taos
Taos, NM
01.2011 - 01.2023
  • Provided instruction to college students taking 361L Teaching Elementary Mathematics through the Department of Education at UNM to enhance student understanding of mathematical content and pedagogy.
  • Provided individualized instruction as a Student Teacher and University Supervisor. My objective was to guide and assist student teachers with their observations.
  • I monitored student success and progress by serving as a liaison between schools, district, students, and the college to ensure completion of student-teacher contact time and compliance with school requirements.
  • Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to engage students in the subject material.
  • Utilized technology effectively to facilitate learning in the classroom, including using PowerPoint presentations, online discussion boards, and other web-based tools.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills, creating a course syllabus for each class and keeping accurate records of student progress.
  • Coached students on developing critical thinking skills necessary for college success.

District Data/Safety Improvement/TTCA Coordinator

Taos Municipal Schools
Taos, New Mexico
08.2021 - 09.2022

Build, run, and monitor Consortium Program for complete remote online learning for Taos District students and other schools around the state who have students in our program

  • Monitor budget for consortium online grant
  • Collaborated with schools to manage MOUs and develop curriculum for online programs, enhancing educational offerings.
  • Collected and submitted essential data to the district.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers on curriculum design and instruction delivery topics.
  • Provided support services for special needs students such as coordinating accommodations or modifications within the online program setting.
  • Developed and implemented student success plans to ensure students achieve academic goals
  • Ensured compliance with all state education regulations about curriculum standards.
  • Served on the team that helped to formulate strategic plans for the district.
  • Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
  • Prepared reports on academic or institutional data.
  • Served on the district committee for the math department to help with recommendations for curriculum revisions and additions.
  • Engaged in the state consortium program for remote online learning, collaborating with schools to improve educational offerings.
  • Coordinate with other schools regarding MOUs, reporting, and curriculum for online program
  • Working in the Student Information System and Edgenuity online platform to provide instruction and reporting for stakeholders
  • Acted as student hearing officer, addressing student disciplinary matters.
  • Assisted the superintendent with safety. instrumental in the implementation of the reunification site, RAVE Panic Button, and weapons detection system, working with principals and Poms and Associates in gathering the principals in the process of establishing a threat assessment process and document
  • Oversee the COPs grant which allowed for the hiring of two safety technicians. the implementation of a weapon detection system, the implementation of Panorama, a tracking system for student early warning data to support district
  • MLSS, and the implementation of restorative practices.
  • Working with Engage NM Graduation Alliance and our attendance coaches to improve the current attendance by meeting with coaches, planning interventions, working on protocols, and reviewing policies.
  • Acted as the district's fundraiser authorizer, monitoring all fundraisers for proper execution before final approval.
  • Oversaw collaboration with Title IV and SEL coordinator to structure SEL events and programs, improving support for staff and students.
  • Worked with principals to overhaul and align the elementary and secondary discipline matrices.
  • Managed and oversaw the district Canvas team. Math instructional coach, and Gear Up coordinator. Meetings were consistently held to ensure budget, funding, and programs were aligned for the district to benefit students.
  • Served as the District Charter School Authorizer to meet with the charter school to ensure that they were following their charter plan. In addition, I was also responsible for evaluating the charter school plan and submitting the evaluation to the state. I received training from NMPED to be able to serve in this capacity.
  • Served on the State MLSS main contact as the representative for the district. The team met on a monthly basis to discuss updates and work on strategies that could be implemented in the district to improve student achievement. This was shared with the district instructional coaches, but I was also there to ensure that all the members of the district who were required to attend did.
  • Participated as the district's administrator, so that the secondary Math departments could attend the secondary Math professional development that was implemented by the NMPED-Math, Science, and STEM departments. The districts had to apply and be chosen.
  • I served as the Taos Cyber Magnet and Interim Ranchos Elementary Principal implementing all the same duties as were done when I served in Questa school district.
  • As the district Safety and Improvement Director, I worked with the Superintendent and Facilities Supervisor to acquire classroom emergency buckets, First Aid Bags, AEDs for all school locations, Family Reunification Kits, and handheld radios for all staff in the district.
  • Established a comprehensive system for tracking student grades, absences, tardiness, and discipline referrals.
  • Served on the superintendent cabinet which contributed to the strategic plan for the district providing input.
  • Responsible for the creation of the district emergency flip chart.

Athletic Director

Taos Municipal Schools
Taos, New Mexico
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Teach High School Students Leadership Course which involved leadership topics and oversee the class with school events such as homecoming.
  • Preparing budgets and allocating spending on items such as coaches' salaries, team travel, equipment purchases, and facility upkeep.
  • Coordinating with coaches about the scheduling of games, practices, and the use of facilities and locations based on the availability of resources.
  • Collaborating with conferences and leagues about scheduling issues.
  • Responsible for bringing in new software for online ticketing/cashless payment (Go Fan), online parent form completion/Rank One, and online game streaming/NFHS during COVID-19.
  • Responsible for working with NMMA during COVID-19 to ensure that sports and activities could continue in the district for students. This meant the monitoring of safety protocol, facility use, and approving safety plans for coaches and transportation.
  • In addition, worked with the Student Nutrition Program to build food transportation for students and the community during COVID-19.
  • Established strong communication channels between athletes, parents, coaches, administrators, and community members.
  • Served as a liaison between students and faculty regarding the academic progress of athletes.
  • Resolved conflicts to promote a collaborative approach with the coaching staff.
  • Oversaw disciplinary matters involving student-athletes by enforcing established protocols.
  • Worked with coaches and sports administrators on strategic scheduling to position for post-season opportunities.
  • Enforced rules governing conduct among players and coaches while adhering to school policies.
  • Coordinated logistics for away games including transportation, lodging, and meals.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive marketing plans to promote school spirit and increase attendance at sporting events.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed during practices and games through regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
  • Guided on compliance issues related to Title IX regulations in athletics programs.
  • Created learning, and development programs and opportunities for coaches and athletes to develop their skills and to meet requirements by NMAA.
  • Worked closely with media outlets to publicize the successes of teams or individual athletes.
  • Evaluated coaches and programs utilizing data-driven metrics.
  • Developed and implemented successful strategies for recruiting, training, and retaining qualified coaches.
  • Maintained records of all transactions related to purchases made by the athletic department.
  • Created an effective system to track athlete performance data.
  • Implemented new technology systems such as video analysis software for coaching purposes. This was accomplished with the sharing of film by coaches in our district with coaches in other districts. The implementation of NFHS assisted with this.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure that all sports programs were properly funded and supported.
  • Advised student-athletes on college admissions processes as well as NCAA eligibility requirements.
  • Partnered with key stakeholders to develop, execute and assess athletic programs.
  • Liaised with cross-functional departments to provide strategic insight and recommendations regarding game administration.
  • Conveyed information about events and activities.
  • Used electronic devices, such as computers and radios.
  • Established effective communication channels between staff members to promote team collaboration.
  • Trained workers in company procedures or policy.
  • Stored and retrieved equipment, such as vehicles, radios, and ride components.
  • Handled marketing strategies, including advertising campaigns via digital media platforms.
  • Developed long-term relationships with vendors to ensure quality services were provided to customers at competitive prices.

Math Teacher/Instructional Coach

Taos High School
Taos, New Mexico
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Teach High School Students Math include Algebra 1, Algebra II, Geometry, Teach to Learn, and Trigonometry courses.
  • Facilitated the high school's 90-day plan leadership committee to assist with the new process having done the work in Questa as a principal and having participated in a graduating cohort of Principal Pursuing Excellence. At this time, Taos Municipal School District did not have any participants.
  • Responsible for keeping the committee on task and ensuring that goals made by the leadership team met the requirements of the NMPED that were both measurable and reachable.
  • Assist the administrators with entering information into the system and creating calendars for the committee to follow regarding deadlines, monitoring, and implementation.
  • First Teach to One math teacher to implement and run an Algebra I class to help students try to close math gaps by providing another alternative program for students to access.
  • Worked with another teacher who had never taught math at the secondary level in which we showed student growth of 3-grade levels in a 1-year implementation time.
  • Meet regularly with department head, principals, Teach to One director, Deputy Superintendent, and Superintendent to keep them informed on the progress of the program
  • Worked at Taos High School meeting with teachers in the math department to assist teachers in implementing effective strategies to improve instruction and curriculum development.
  • Employed various assessment tools including rubrics, quizzes, tests, and projects for evaluating student comprehension of mathematical concepts.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated lessons to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Utilized technology, such as interactive whiteboards, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Provided individualized instruction to help students master challenging concepts in mathematics.
  • Managed classroom behavior while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Cultivated relationships with students to foster positive attitudes towards math and academic success.
  • Instructed students on how to use graphing calculators for a variety of purposes in mathematics classes.
  • Adapted instructional materials to accommodate different learning styles in the classroom.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about their child's progress in mathematics courses.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies for math courses.
  • Facilitated small group discussions on complex mathematical topics using inquiry-based methods.
  • Implemented appropriate interventions when needed based on each student's individual needs.
  • Created an environment that encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills in mathematics.
  • Developed curriculum maps aligned with state standards for high school mathematics courses.
  • Encouraged collaboration between peers during group activities related to math topics.
  • Mentored struggling students by providing additional support outside of class time.
  • Designed creative approaches for engaging reluctant learners in math lessons.
  • Administered and graded tests and quizzes to assess student progress.
  • Explained complex mathematical concepts in easy-to-comprehend terminology.
  • Communicated with parents and led parent-student-teacher meetings to facilitate progress in and outside the classroom.
  • Fostered student learning of mathematics through innovative, effective teaching practices.
  • Implemented a variety of instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
  • Coordinated with administrators and other staff members to create an environment focused on meeting student academic and behavioral needs.
  • Created a variety of resources to support students' understanding of mathematics concepts.
  • Developed lesson plans for a variety of mathematics subjects, including geometry, calculus, algebra, and trigonometry.
  • Used technology-based teaching and communication platforms to aid students in the development of competencies.
  • Planned program of study to meet individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
  • Used measurable data to track student performance and enrich progress with visible results.
  • Diagnosed and evaluated student abilities and progress to meet learning goals.
  • Developed real-world math applications to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
  • Prepared materials and classrooms for class activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of secondary school programs.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
  • Arranged classrooms and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question, and investigate new concepts.
  • Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicated those objectives to students. Trained in student-friendly objectives.
  • Attended staff meetings and served on committees, as required such as High Schools that Work, NMPED Dashboard, and Teach to One Training, I also headed and participated in district math adoption committees, data assessment committees, NMPED Assessment Task Force assisting in the implementation of the current state assessments.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss progress and determine educational priorities.
  • Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Prepared for assigned classes and showed written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
  • Prepared and implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
  • Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
  • Assisted in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring,, and bus loading, and unloading.
  • Continued to fulfill all the same duties mentioned in the instructional coach piece as I was a half-time teacher and half-time instructional coach at this time.

Principal Middle/High School

Questa Independent Schools
Questa, New Mexico
03.2017 - 07.2018
  • Responsible for being the educational leader and supervising the activities of both intra and extra- and extra-high school officers.
  • Responsible for improving the quality of teaching and learning in the teacher student system.
  • Responsible for developing the curriculum design, and coordination of the curriculum improvement, stimulating innovation, developing demonstrations of new procedures and practices, keeping information about new curriculum development, and conducting research that is appropriate to the school system.
  • Establish and keep communication with the board of education and the superintendent regarding school progress.
  • Responsible for the school culture and well-being of the school, students, and staff through the management of procedures, discipline, and communication.
  • Applied and received a $30,000 grant for the district for the after-school and enrichment program at the Junior/Senior High School.
  • Advocated for student rights and worked diligently to provide equitable access to educational resources.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instructional programs and curriculum.
  • Created school improvement plans by using student performance data.
  • Coordinated the development of strategic plans for school improvement initiatives.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling classes, and assigning duties to staff members.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents to discuss student progress and behavior issues.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members or students by applying appropriate disciplinary measures.
  • Promoted a culture of respect through professional development activities for teachers and administrators.
  • Established effective communication systems between administration, faculty, staff, parents, and students.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of faculty performance to ensure quality instruction was being provided in all classrooms.
  • Created a positive learning environment that fostered academic excellence, collaboration, and personal growth.
  • Collaborated with district-level personnel to implement best practices in teaching methods and curriculum design.
  • Recruited qualified faculty members who shared the mission of the school district.
  • Monitored campus security procedures regularly to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to address student needs within budgetary constraints.
  • Participated in community events that promoted the values of the school district.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance data and other important information.
  • Managed budgeting processes to maximize resources while meeting educational goals.
  • Developed and implemented school policies to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to education standards.
  • Provided teachers with timely and constructive feedback on classroom instruction to develop teacher practice.
  • Motivated, encouraged, and worked with staff to drive outstanding performance and good morale.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align with the district's curriculum.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align with the district's curriculum.
  • Liaised between school and local community, encouraging the community to participate in the educational process.
  • Created a budget to drive school operations.
  • Counseled and guided students regarding personal, academic, vocational, or behavioral issues.
  • Led professional development activities for teachers, administrators, and support staff.
  • Prepared and maintained attendance, activity, planning, accounting, and personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
  • Reviewed and approved new programs, or recommended modifications to existing programs, submitting program proposals for school board approval as necessary.
  • Created school improvement plans by using student performance data.
  • Set educational standards and goals and helped establish policies and procedures to carry out.
  • Coordinated and directed extracurricular activities and programs, such as after-school events and athletic contests.
  • Planned, coordinated, and oversaw school logistics programs, such as bus and food services.
  • Reviewed and evaluated new and current programs to determine efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and recommended necessary modifications.
  • Directed and coordinated school maintenance services and use of school facilities.
  • Developed partnerships with businesses, communities, and other organizations to help meet identified educational needs and to provide school-to-work programs. This included working with the Questa Chevron Mine to provide schools with a STEM robotics and science curriculum and rebuilding the welding program.
  • Developed partnerships with businesses, communities, and other organizations to help meet identified educational needs and to provide school-to-work programs.
  • Responsible for being the educational leader and supervising the activities of both intra and extra- and extra-high school officers.
  • Responsible for improving the quality of teaching and learning in the teacher student system.
  • Responsible for developing the curriculum design, and coordination of the curriculum improvement, stimulating innovation, developing demonstrations of new procedures and practices, keeping information about new curriculum development, and conducting research that is appropriate to the school system.
  • Establish and keep communication with the board of education and the superintendent regarding school progress.
  • Responsible for the school culture and well-being of the school, students, and staff through the management of procedures, discipline, and communication.
  • Applied and received a $30,000 grant for the district for the after-school and enrichment program at the Junior/Senior High School.
  • Advocated for student rights and worked diligently to provide equitable access to educational resources.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instructional programs and curriculum.
  • Created school improvement plans by using student performance data.
  • Coordinated the development of strategic plans for school improvement initiatives.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling classes, and assigning duties to staff members.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents to discuss student progress and behavior issues.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members or students by applying appropriate disciplinary measures.
  • Promoted a culture of respect through professional development activities for teachers and administrators.
  • Established effective communication systems between administration, faculty, staff, parents, and students.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of faculty performance to ensure quality instruction was being provided in all classrooms.
  • Created a positive learning environment that fostered academic excellence, collaboration, and personal growth.
  • Collaborated with district-level personnel to implement best practices in teaching methods and curriculum design.
  • Recruited qualified faculty members who shared the mission of the school district.
  • Monitored campus security procedures regularly to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to address student needs within budgetary constraints.
  • Participated in community events that promoted the values of the school district.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance data and other important information.
  • Managed budgeting processes to maximize resources while meeting educational goals.
  • Developed and implemented school policies to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to education standards.
  • Provided teachers with timely and constructive feedback on classroom instruction to develop teacher practice.
  • Motivated, encouraged, and worked with staff to drive outstanding performance and good morale.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align with the district's curriculum.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create effective lesson plans to meet state standards and align with the district's curriculum.
  • Liaised between school and local community, encouraging the community to participate in the educational process.
  • Created a budget to drive school operations.
  • Counseled and guided students regarding personal, academic, vocational, or behavioral issues.
  • Led professional development activities for teachers, administrators, and support staff.
  • Prepared and maintained attendance, activity, planning, accounting, and personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
  • Reviewed and approved new programs, or recommended modifications to existing programs, submitting program proposals for school board approval as necessary.
  • Created school improvement plans by using student performance data.
  • Set educational standards and goals and helped establish policies and procedures to carry out.
  • Coordinated and directed extracurricular activities and programs, such as after-school events and athletic contests.
  • Planned, coordinated, and oversaw school logistics programs, such as bus and food services.
  • Reviewed and evaluated new and current programs to determine efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with state, local, and federal regulations and recommended necessary modifications.
  • Directed and coordinated school maintenance services and use of school facilities.
  • Developed partnerships with businesses, communities, and other organizations to help meet identified educational needs and to provide school-to-work programs. This included working with the Questa Chevron Mine to provide schools with a STEM robotics and science curriculum and rebuilding the welding program.
  • Developed partnerships with businesses, communities, and other organizations to help meet identified educational needs and to provide school-to-work programs.
  • Determined the scope of educational program offerings and prepared drafts of program schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
  • Met with federal, state, and local agencies to keep updated on policies and to discuss improvements for education programs.
  • Taught classes and courses to students. At the time, I assisted with math courses as a math coach and went in to teach lessons.
  • Organized and directed committees of specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide technical and advisory assistance for programs.
  • Participated in special education-related activities, such as attending meetings and providing support to special educators throughout the district.
  • Collected and analyzed survey data, regulatory information, and data on demographic and employment trends to forecast enrollment patterns and curriculum change needs.
  • Applied and was chosen to participate in the Principals Pursuing Excellence professional development developed by the NMPED. I was chosen as part of a cohort of 50 out of 150 applicants across the state.
  • Determined the scope of educational program offerings and prepared drafts of program schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
  • Met with federal, state, and local agencies to keep updated on policies and to discuss improvements for education programs.
  • Taught classes and courses to students. At the time, I assisted with math courses as a math coach and went in to teach lessons.
  • Organized and directed committees of specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide technical and advisory assistance for programs.
  • Participated in special education-related activities, such as attending meetings and providing support to special educators throughout the district.
  • Collected and analyzed survey data, regulatory information, and data on demographic and employment trends to forecast enrollment patterns and curriculum change needs.
  • Applied and was chosen to participate in the Principals Pursuing Excellence professional development developed by the NMPED. I was chosen as part of a cohort of 50 out of 150 applicants across the state.

High School Math Teacher/Department Chair

Taos Municipal Schools
Taos, New Mexico
01.2015 - 03.2017

Instructed high school students in Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry courses.

Served as department chair, attending leadership meetings and liaising with administration.

Completed departmental paperwork and organized professional development for faculty.

Facilitated department meetings and collaborative learning sessions using assessment data to refine instruction.

Assisted teachers with PARCC assessments and evidence tables for curriculum planning.

Coordinated High Schools That Work program, developing student pathways and resource booklets.

Managed $100,000 budget for professional development projects, reporting progress to administration.

Cultivated positive relationships with students to foster success in mathematics education.

Math/English Instructional Coach

Taos Municipal Schools
Taos, NM
01.2009 - 01.2015

Led district-wide implementation of Renaissance Place for math and English language arts.

Launched software installation on computers for teachers and students across the district.

Established and modified training clinics to enhance teacher proficiency with the program.

Secured funding for document cameras and projectors for all elementary classrooms.

Conducted professional development on math data analysis and classroom management for teachers.

Facilitated collaboration through modeling lessons and co-teaching to enhance instruction quality.

Provided targeted feedback as a cognitive coach during classroom observations to differentiate instruction.

Organized community outreach sessions to inform parents about Common Core State Standards.

Elementary/Middle School Teacher

Taos Municipal Schools- RES/TMS
Taos, NM
07.2001 - 01.2009
  • Taught 4th Grade students
  • Department chair at both Ranchos Elementary School and Taos Middle School
  • Taught 6-8 Math students including ELL student Math courses.
  • Able to get students on target with the use of data and data folders.
  • Tutored students in both schools using Renaissance Math to help close gaps.
  • Participated in MC2 to develop my teaching strategies for better effectiveness of procedures and instructional strategies in the classroom.
  • Earned by Master's degree through this program in conjunction with Los Alamos National Labs, MC2, and NMSU.

Education

Ph.D. - K-12 Education And Administration

Jones International University
Centennial, CO
05-2014

Master of Arts - Teaching Math And Science

New Mexico State University (LANL),
Las Cruces, NM
05-2004

Alternative Teacher License - Teacher Program K-8

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM
05-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Pitzer College
Claremont, CA
05-1991

High School Diploma -

Taos High School
Taos
05-1987

Some College (No Degree) - Law

Concord Law School
Concord

Skills

Curriculum development

Graduation requirements

School safety procedures

Regulatory Compliance

Taos Academy operations

Taos Academy charter

New Mexico procurement

Procurement certification

Resource Allocation

Budget Management

Vendor Relations

Program Development

Grant Writing

School communication systems

Student Engagement

Presentation development

Time Management

Team Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Performance Evaluation

Quality Assurance

Wellness Promotion

Policy implementation

Marketing strategies

Data Analysis

Community Outreach

Decision Making

Working and entering course numbers

Menu Planning

Public Speaking

Staff Training

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

NM • K-8 Teaching License • NM Highly Qualified in Teaching Math

Accomplishments

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Timeline

Principal

Taos Academy
07.2024 - Current

Director of Student Nutrition and Transportation

Taos Municipal Schools
09.2022 - 05.2023

District Data/Safety Improvement/TTCA Coordinator

Taos Municipal Schools
08.2021 - 09.2022

Athletic Director

Taos Municipal Schools
07.2020 - 08.2021

Math Teacher/Instructional Coach

Taos High School
08.2018 - 05.2020

Principal Middle/High School

Questa Independent Schools
03.2017 - 07.2018

High School Math Teacher/Department Chair

Taos Municipal Schools
01.2015 - 03.2017

College Adjunct Instructional Staff

University of New Mexico, Taos
01.2011 - 01.2023

Math/English Instructional Coach

Taos Municipal Schools
01.2009 - 01.2015

Elementary/Middle School Teacher

Taos Municipal Schools- RES/TMS
07.2001 - 01.2009

Ph.D. - K-12 Education And Administration

Jones International University

Master of Arts - Teaching Math And Science

New Mexico State University (LANL),

Alternative Teacher License - Teacher Program K-8

New Mexico Highlands University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Pitzer College

High School Diploma -

Taos High School

Some College (No Degree) - Law

Concord Law School
Dr. Mae LaBella