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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Community Service
Achievements and awards
Professional Development
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Elizabeth Sánchez

Summary

Experienced educational leader dedicated to driving measurable improvements in student achievement, equity, and inclusivity across diverse learning environments. Adept at creating an educational landscape that values and engages students, families, and educators, while advancing dual language programs, second language acquisition, and special education. Proven track record of leading transformative change through culturally responsive practices and strong community partnerships.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal

Stanwood-Camano School District
07.2024 - Current
  • Policy Development and Implementation: Developed, implemented, and evaluated school policies and procedures to ensure consistency, equity, and alignment with district goals. As Superintendent, I would take a proactive approach to policy creation, regularly reviewing and refining policies to support an inclusive, safe, and high-achieving environment across all schools.
  • Budget Management and Resource Allocation: Managed the budgeting process to cover essential school operations, including staffing, supplies procurement, and facility improvements. As Superintendent, I would engage in a collaborative, data-informed budgeting process to prioritize resources that address district-wide needs, support high-impact programs, and enhance student learning environments.
  • Data Monitoring and Strategic Interventions: Monitored student performance data to identify trends and address areas requiring additional resources or support. As Superintendent, I would establish district-wide data monitoring systems, using insights to allocate targeted interventions, guide resource allocation, and improve academic outcomes through strategic planning.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Facilitated open communication between teachers, administrators, families, and other stakeholders, fostering collaboration and a shared commitment to educational success. I would expand this approach district-wide by implementing transparent communication channels and regular stakeholder forums, ensuring that all voices are represented in the decision-making process.
  • Professional Development and Teacher Growth: Designed comprehensive plans for professional development focused on raising teacher performance levels across all subject areas. As Superintendent, I would create a sustainable, district-wide professional development framework centered on data-informed, equity-focused practices, providing teachers with ongoing growth opportunities that directly impact student success.

Assistant Principal

Everett Public Schools
02.2022 - 07.2024
  • Goal-Oriented Leadership: Streamlined professional development initiatives aligning with district priorities to bolster student engagement and improve academic outcomes. Plan to replicate this system to foster cohesive, high-impact professional growth district-wide.
  • Equity and Inclusion: Initiated the Natural Leaders program to empower immigrant and second-language families, fostering representation and inclusive school governance. Aim to scale similar family engagement programs to enhance community involvement and student support district-wide.
  • Resource Management for Diverse Learners: Optimized resources to support high-need and gifted programs, enhancing access to education for all students. My goal is to implement a district-wide resource allocation framework to address varied student needs systematically.

Assistant Principal

Seattle Public School
07.2018 - 02.2022
  • Racial Equity & MTSS Implementation: Led Racial Equity Team and MTSS initiatives, improving access to support systems for historically marginalized students. Plan to apply similar frameworks district-wide to ensure equitable access to academic and emotional support.
  • Professional Development: Facilitated targeted training in inquiry-based instruction, differentiated learning, and response to intervention, resulting in measurable improvements in classroom efficacy. Aspire to expand professional development, focusing on data utilization and equity, across all schools under my leadership.
  • Culture of Excellence: Established a data-driven culture, leveraging performance metrics to set and achieve high academic standards. Intend to create a robust data management and review process district-wide to identify areas of growth and ensure transparency.

Bilingual Teacher

Monroe School District
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Bilingual Program Development: Designed and delivered a dual-language curriculum that improved bilingual literacy rates and social-emotional growth. As Superintendent, my goal is to expand bilingual programs and literacy support to prepare multilingual students for success in a diverse world.
  • Community and Environmental Engagement: Promoted cross-curricular learning through STEAM and environmental education initiatives, enhancing critical thinking and real-world application. Plan to implement district-wide initiatives that integrate STEAM and community-based learning.

School Leader

Washington Charter Schools
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Community-Centered School Management: Recruited and developed staff for a high-need community charter school, increasing teacher retention and improving student engagement. I aim to foster similar supportive, mission-driven environments throughout the district to attract and retain top educational talent.
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Training: Implemented social-emotional learning strategies for students impacted by trauma, strengthening school culture and improving student behavior. My vision includes developing ACEs-informed programs district-wide to support students' mental and emotional well-being.

Assistant Principal

New York Department of Education
07.2013 - 07.2015
  • Early Childhood Academic Excellence: Directed K-2 academic programs, achieving improvements in foundational literacy and numeracy. Plan to implement early intervention programs across all elementary schools to strengthen K-2 performance and build a strong academic foundation.
  • Data-Driven Curriculum Leadership: Championed a data-informed curriculum, improving instructional quality and student outcomes. My goal is to institute district-wide benchmarks and data cycles for continuous assessment and instructional improvement.

Special Education Bilingual Teacher

New York Department of Education
07.2007 - 07.2013
  • Special Education Mentorship and Improvement: Provided mentorship to bilingual special education teachers, enhancing IEP practices and individualized support, which led to higher teacher effectiveness and better student outcomes. As Superintendent, I plan to expand this mentorship model district-wide, focusing on data-driven instruction and ongoing IEP monitoring to ensure each student receives tailored support.
  • Data-Driven Academic Strategy: Used performance data to guide school decisions, supporting personalized learning and advancing academic goals. In a superintendent role, I would implement district-wide data protocols to identify trends, allocate resources effectively, and address academic needs, boosting achievement across all schools.
  • Culturally Responsive Curriculum: Created Spanish lesson plans that promoted cultural understanding and engaged students through diverse teaching methods. As Superintendent, I will prioritize culturally responsive curriculum development to ensure all students benefit from a rich, inclusive educational experience.

Education

M.Ed. - Education Administration

Bank Street College of Education
01.2012

M.Ed. - Education Administration

Mercy College
01.2009

B.S - Dual Degree in Criminal Justice Administration and Spanish

San Diego State University
01.2003

Some College (No Degree) - Educational Leadership

Western Washington University

Skills

  • Strategic Visioning
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Social Emotional Awareness
  • Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
  • Special Education Services
  • Multilingual Services
  • Budget Management
  • Resource Management
  • Team Growth Initiatives
  • Leadership Development
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Implementation
  • Parent Engagement
  • Community Engagement
  • Educational Advocacy
  • Data-Driven Systems
  • MTSS

Certification

  • Superintendent Certification, In progress
  • Residency Administrator, 532056R
  • Residency Teacher, 532056R
  • Substitute Teacher, 532056R

References

  • Dr. Monica Meadows, Director of Equity and Inclusion, Lake Stevens School District, (425) 319-8160
  • Dr. Monica Haule, Assistant Principal, Everett Public Schools, (512) 466-1120
  • Dr. Benjamin Gauyan, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, Stanwood-Camano School District, (360) 629-1455

Community Service

Peace Corps Response, Mexico, Teacher of English as a Foreign Language Volunteer
2015 – 2016

  • Language Acquisition Advancement: Developed English language evaluation tools and assessments, raising instructional standards at Universidad Tecnológica de Tulancingo. Plan to standardize language assessment tools district-wide to support English language learners.
  • Technical Training: Led training sessions for faculty on language acquisition methods, enhancing English proficiency and instructional quality. As Superintendent, I aim to integrate ongoing instructional coaching and professional development focused on effective language acquisition strategies.

Achievements and awards

  • Gateway Middle School PTSA- Advocate of the Year, 2023
  • Loyal Heights Elementary School PTA- Educator of the Year, 2019

Professional Development

ESD 189- CEL 5D+ Teacher Evaluation Rubric

Timeline

Principal

Stanwood-Camano School District
07.2024 - Current

Assistant Principal

Everett Public Schools
02.2022 - 07.2024

Assistant Principal

Seattle Public School
07.2018 - 02.2022

Bilingual Teacher

Monroe School District
07.2017 - 07.2018

School Leader

Washington Charter Schools
07.2016 - 07.2018

Assistant Principal

New York Department of Education
07.2013 - 07.2015

Special Education Bilingual Teacher

New York Department of Education
07.2007 - 07.2013

M.Ed. - Education Administration

Bank Street College of Education

M.Ed. - Education Administration

Mercy College

B.S - Dual Degree in Criminal Justice Administration and Spanish

San Diego State University

Some College (No Degree) - Educational Leadership

Western Washington University

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