Eric Wester
844 Sword Dancer Dr. Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
A committed and student-focused educational leader with experience in academic improvement, student leadership, and program coordination. Proven ability to build inclusive programs that promote teamwork, resilience, and academic achievement. Seeking the Principal position at Taylor Elementary School to lead and grow a student program centered on excellence, the arts, and community engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Teacher, Interventionist, & Environmental Education Coach
Ute Pass Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
- Built a robust K–6 physical education program promoting fitness, sportsmanship, and lifelong wellness.
- Worked on the crisis team and participated in monthly drills.
- Mentored students in leadership roles through Student Council and wellness initiatives.
- Developed and facilitated outdoor experiential learning and team-building activities.
- Contributed to the Building Leadership Team to support schoolwide goals in academic programming.
- Collaborated on MTSS and UIP teams to integrate academics and wellness into student support systems.
- Coordinated school-wide health initiatives and staff wellness programs as part of the Health and Wellness Committee.
- Promoted school spirit and community through student-led outreach and service projects.
- Served on the Ute Pass Building Leadership Team to develop strategic environmental and arts based programming and teaching
- Served on the District Accountability Committee to strengthen the district teacher evaluation process
Educator and Program Developer
Challenger Learning Center
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed and launched an innovative educational simulation and planetarium experience aligned with state standards.
- Led staff training and professional development on new programming to ensure instructional effectiveness.
- Designed, tested, and implemented remote simulations, expanding student access to STEM-based experiential learning.
- Conducted professional development sessions for local educators, enhancing instructional practices.
CLD Social Studies Teacher
Harrison High School
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Designed and implemented targeted instructional strategies to improve multi-language learner achievement in Social Studies.
- Chaired the Health and Wellness Committee, leading initiatives to support staff well-being and retention.
- Fostered a student-centered learning environment to increase academic outcomes for diverse learners.
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership: P-12 Education With Principal License
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - History and Secondary Education
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
05-2015
Skills
- Instructional Leadership & Staff Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Classroom & Behavior Management Strategies
- Building Strong School-Community Partnerships
- Inclusive Learning Environments
- Strategic Planning & School Improvement
- Crisis Management & Conflict Resolution
- Relationship building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Health and wellness education
- Classroom management
Leadership Philosophy
I believe that every student has the potential to exceed their own expectations. As an educational leader, I am committed to maintaining high standards and fostering an inclusive environment where all students are challenged appropriately and supported in their growth. I prioritize equitable access to academic and experiential opportunities, ensuring that every student is empowered to achieve personal excellence and contribute meaningfully to their school community.
Core Values
- Equity and High Expectations
- Growth Mindset and Productive Struggle
- Accountability and Continuous Improvement
- Respect and Relationships
Committee Involvement
Ute Pass Elementary School
- Building Leadership Team
- District Accountability Committee
- MTSS Team
- School UIP Committee
- Health and Wellness Committee
- Crisis Response Team
Harrison High School
- Health and Wellness Chair
- CLD Instructional Team
Professional Development and Training
Education
- Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100 Certificate
- Multi-hazard Emergency Planning for Schools, IS-362.A Certificate
- Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education Conference
- CDE Social-Emotional Framework Workshop
- SIPPS Reading Intervention Training
- CDE Evaluation Rubric Workshop and Training
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher, Interventionist, & Environmental Education Coach
Ute Pass Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
Educator and Program Developer
Challenger Learning Center
08.2018 - 07.2019
CLD Social Studies Teacher
Harrison High School
08.2015 - 07.2018
Master of Arts - Leadership: P-12 Education With Principal License
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Arts - History and Secondary Education
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs