Emma M Guerra
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated education and operations professional with experience in academic leadership, student success management, and campus operations. Skilled in using data-driven practices to improve academic outcomes, support at-risk students, and build collaborative relationships with students, families, and staff. Experienced in academic intervention planning, attendance and truancy management, student discipline support, compliance monitoring, payroll and personnel support functions, employee communication, record management, and coordinating campus operations. Recognized for strong leadership, conflict resolution, community engagement, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality. Bilingual in English and Spanish with expertise in reporting, database management, cross-functional collaboration, and creating supportive, results-driven environments focused on student and organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Academics
Kipp Texas Public Schools
Houston, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored student academic performance, attendance, and graduation progress.
- Analyzed academic data to identify students needing intervention and support.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and administrators to improve student outcomes.
- Managed student schedules, credit recovery plans, and graduation requirements.
- Led academic intervention meetings and developed individualized success plans.
- Supported teachers with instructional strategies and classroom performance goals.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding academic concerns and student progress.
- Assisted with state testing preparation, academic compliance, and campus reporting.
- Helped reduce student failure rates through targeted intervention and progress monitoring.
- Oversaw academic accountability systems and ensured students stayed on track for graduation.
- Facilitated parent conferences and student support meetings to address academic concerns.
- Coordinated tutoring, remediation, and intervention programs for at-risk students.
- Supported campus leadership with operational and instructional decision-making.
- Maintained accurate academic records and monitored compliance with district policies.
- Promoted a positive academic culture focused on student achievement and growth.
English Intervention Teacher
Houston ISD
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Monitored 159 student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Delivered targeted instruction to help students pass English I and II STARR and End-of-Course exams.
AT-RISK PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
Houston Independent School District
Houston, Texas
07.2017 - 08.2023
- Proficient in identifying and supporting students meeting Texas at-risk indicators, including: grade retention, failing core courses, unsatisfactory state assessments, early-grade readiness test failure, pregnancy/parenting, placement in Alternative Education Programs, expulsions, probation/parole/deferred prosecution, prior dropout status, limited English proficiency, foster care/DFPS involvement, homelessness, residence in residential facilities, low academic averages, and other locally defined criteria.
- Managed cases of students with excessive absences, maintained accurate attendance records, and collaborated with colleagues to ensure implementation of at least 10 documented interventions before initiating court proceedings for contributing to non-attendance.
- Collaborated with community program leaders to advocate for the community and provided resources accessible to those in need
- Audited 1205 student At-Risk Cases
- Wrap-Around Services
- Reported and stayed in compliance with Federal and State requirements
- Provided resources for parents who needed to overcome communal, social economic and unavoidable life impediments
- Educated the importance of attendance to staff, community leaders, students, and their parents.
- Served as a liaison between schools, parents, and law enforcement agencies to address truancy issues collaboratively.
Academic Student Advisor
Texans Can Academy-Hobby
Houston, TX
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Served as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Enhanced 325 student success by developing individualized academic plans and offering personalized guidance.
- Increased graduation rates through proactive monitoring of student progress and timely intervention strategies.
- Provided expert advice on course selection, ensuring proper sequencing for timely degree completion.
- Reduced truancy rates by implementing effective intervention strategies and collaborating with school staff.
Education
MASTER’S in EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION -
Prairie View A&M University
Huntsville, AR08-2020
BACHELOR’S in CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
University of Houston
Houston, TX05-2011
Skills
- Specialized in truancy prevention
- Cultural competency
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Compliance management
- Proactive problem solver
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
- Proficient in managing disputes
- Community Engagement & Outreach
Timeline
Dean of Academics
Kipp Texas Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
English Intervention Teacher
Houston ISD
08.2023 - 07.2025
AT-RISK PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
Houston Independent School District
07.2017 - 08.2023
Academic Student Advisor
Texans Can Academy-Hobby
08.2013 - 08.2017
BACHELOR’S in CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
University of Houston
MASTER’S in EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION -
Prairie View A&M University
Professionalreferences
- Victor Garcia, Executive Director HISD, 832-859-1525, Victor.Garcia@houstonisd.org, 5 years
- Ruth Pena, Principal, Milby High School, 281-330-7625 or 832-393-0902, Ruth.Pena@houstongisd.org, 35 years
- Joann Delgado, Honorable Judge, Judge - Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, 713-870-5046, Joann_Delgado@jp.hctx.net, 9 years
- Janie Montiel, Financial Analyst, Sulzer, Inc., 713-567-2983, Janie.Montiel@sulzer.com, 5 years
- Dr. James Troutman, Principal, Houston Can Academy Jamestroutman79@gmail.com, 15 years
Communityservices
- Vice-chairman-membership, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Houston, Texas, 02/2009, current, Participated in fundraising events, Gathered fundraising monies, Managed teams and volunteers, Interviewed transportation volunteers, Delegated professional duties, Collaborated with ground crew, Processed accidents and incidents
- At Risk Administrator, Food Bank, Houston, Texas, 02/2018, current, Facilitated the food bank event, Separated, bagged, loaded, and distributed groceries, Assisted with clean-up efforts, Promoted event to the public