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Graciela Alanis

Mission

Summary

I believe I have the instructional leadership, relationship-building skills, and commitment to student success necessary to be an effective assistant principal. Throughout my educational career, I have demonstrated the ability to build positive relationships with teachers, students, families, and community stakeholders while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement and school culture. I am data-driven and use student performance information to support instructional decision-making, identify areas of need, and develop targeted plans for continuous improvement.

My strengths include effective communication, organization, problem-solving, and the ability to lead with both empathy and accountability. I understand the importance of supporting teachers through coaching, collaboration, and professional learning opportunities that promote high-quality instruction and student engagement. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment where all students have the opportunity to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

As a leader, I value integrity, professionalism, and service. I approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, remain calm under pressure, and strive to make decisions that are in the best interest of students and staff. My experience working with diverse student populations, collaborating with educational teams, and supporting campus initiatives has prepared me to contribute positively to school leadership and help advance the vision and goals of the campus and district.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Principal of Assessment

La Joya ISD- EB Reyna Elementary
Palmview, TX
07.2022 - Current
  • Campus Testing Coordinator
  • TTESS Evaluator
  • Title IX Coordinator
  • RTI Designee
  • PBIS Designee
  • 3rd-5th ARD Administrator
  • LPAC Administrator
  • NWEA Map Growth Representative
  • Folklorico Performing Group Administrator
  • AM, PM, and lunch duties

Bilingual Teacher

La Joya ISD- JFK Elementary
Penitas, TX
08.2015 - 06.2022
  • Pre-k Teacher- 3 years
  • 4th Grade Teacher- 4 years
  • Grade Level Chair Person
  • UIL Coach
  • Mini Jewelette Dance Sponsor
  • Summer Jump Start Program Coordinator
  • Curriculum Writer
  • Non-ACE Campus Coordinator
  • SBDM Committee Member
  • Collaborated with parents, co-workers, and district personnel
  • CAMPT Attendee- 2 years
  • District Trainer of Trainers

Bilingual Teacher

Mission CISD- Escobar/Rios Elementary
Mission, TX
08.2008 - 06.2022
  • Grade Departmentalized Bilingual Teacher (Math) Self-Contained
  • SBDM representative
  • Follow CSCOPE lesson plans aligned to TEKS
  • Communicated with parents via notes home, phone calls, and conferences
  • Follow student IEP, and modifications and accommodations for RIT students
  • Tutored RTI students
  • Administered TASK, STAAR, LAS Links, and Tejas LEE assessments
  • Participated in vertical alignment meetings across grade-levels
  • Monitored student's progress utilizing research based programs

Education

Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05-2013

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg
08-2007

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

South Texas College
McAllen, TX
12-2005

Skills

  • Instructional leadership
  • Parent engagement and communication
  • Student achievement
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Local and state accountability

Certification

Texas Educator Certificate

  • Bilingual Generalist-Spanish (EC-4)
  • Principal (EC-12)

Trainings

  • Texas Reading Academies-Administrator pathway
  • Texas Education Code, Chapter 37-Student Discipline
  • Texas School Safety Center- School Behavioral Threat Assessment Training
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute- Introduction to Incident Command System
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute- Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Assistant Principal of Assessment

La Joya ISD- EB Reyna Elementary
07.2022 - Current

Bilingual Teacher

La Joya ISD- JFK Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2022

Bilingual Teacher

Mission CISD- Escobar/Rios Elementary
08.2008 - 06.2022

Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction

Sam Houston State University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

University of Texas Pan American

Associate of Arts - Elementary Education

South Texas College
Graciela Alanis