Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic
IdaLesa Gantt

IdaLesa Gantt

Cedar Park,TX

Summary

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced education, human services, and public-sector professional with extensive experience supporting children, youth, families, and communities through education, prevention, social services, and program administration. Proven ability to provide training and technical assistance, coordinate and monitor programs, analyze information to identify needs and improve outcomes, develop and implement effective processes, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. Brings experience with child protective services, youth education, behavioral and preventive health, staff supervision, compliance, and community-based services. Skilled at facilitating collaboration, solving complex problems, managing multiple priorities, documenting program activities, and using independent judgment to implement solutions. A strategic, detail-oriented, and solution-focused professional committed to promoting positive youth development, strengthening prevention services, and improving outcomes for children, families, and communities.

Overview

1
1
Certification
41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

AI Writing Analyst

Global Logic Technologies
Austin, TX
09.2024 - 09.2026
  • Scrutinized texts to optimize AI operations and enhance functionality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
  • Engaged team members effectively to meet milestones and adhere to schedules.
  • Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills by resolving challenges swiftly.

Superintendent/Head of School

Austin Discovery School
Austin, TX
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Upheld commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, faculty and parents.
  • Executed and strategies to increase parental and community engagement within school.
  • Directed and coordinated activities of teachers or administrators at schools, public agencies or institutions.
  • Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies.
  • Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
  • Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
  • Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
  • Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
  • Prepared and submitted budget requests or grant proposals to solicit program funding.

Lead Testing, RTI, and ELL Coordinator

KIPP Austin Brave High School
Austin, TX
01.2023 - 06.2024

Lead Testing Coordinator — KIPP Austin Brave High School
Coordinated campus-wide state and standardized testing, ensuring compliance with assessment requirements, secure test administration, accurate documentation, and timely completion. Trained and supported staff while monitoring testing procedures and resolving issues as needed.

RTI Coordinator — KIPP Austin Brave High School
Managed the campus Response to Intervention (RTI) process, collaborating with teachers and administrators to identify student needs, develop interventions, monitor student progress, and use data to guide instructional decisions.

ELL Coordinator — KIPP Austin Brave High School
Coordinated services and support for English Language Learners, ensuring appropriate identification, assessment, accommodations, and instructional services. Collaborated with teachers, administrators, students, and families to support student achievement and compliance with program requirements.

ELAR/Social Studies/Math/Science Teacher

Austin Discovery School
Austin, TX
10.2021 - 01.2023
  • Prepare lesson materials in 4 content areas for 6th grade '22-'23
  • Prepare lesson materials in 2 content areas 4th and 5th grade '21-'22
  • Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.

Census Field Supervisor

US Census
Austin, TX
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • Census Field Supervisor — U.S. Census Bureau
    Supervised and supported field staff responsible for collecting and verifying census data within assigned geographic areas. Recruited, trained, assigned, and monitored field personnel; reviewed work for accuracy and completeness; resolved field issues; and ensured compliance with established procedures, deadlines, and confidentiality requirements.

ELA Teacher/Publications Advisor

Weiss High School/PfISD
Pflugerville, TX
06.2017 - 04.2021
  • Taught 9th grade ELA, Yearbook, Newspaper, Journalism, and Photojournalism classes.
  • Oversaw artwork, layout and printing, adhering to deadlines and budget requirements.

ELA Teacher, 7th Grade Team Lead

Dessau Middle School/PfISD
Pflugerville, TX
07.2015 - 06.2017
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
  • Mentored other educators by delivering insight, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Coached new teachers on ways to improve instruction and student discipline.

CPS Investigator

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
Austin, TX
06.2013 - 06.2015
  • Conducted investigations of child abuse and neglect allegations, interviewing children, parents, and caregivers.
    Documented findings while maintaining detailed case records for accuracy and compliance.
    Collaborated with law enforcement and community professionals to ensure comprehensive assessments.
    Recommended appropriate services and interventions based on investigative outcomes.

ELA Teacher/Department Chairperson

Mendez Middle School/AustinISD
Austin, ISD
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Trained and supported new teachers by providing information on successful strategies for classroom instruction and management, instructional techniques and multimedia integration.
  • Developed curricula and recommended curricula revisions to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our students.

ELA Teacher/Head Tennis Coach and Cheer Coach

Cedar Creek High School/Bastrop ISD
Cedar Creek, TX
07.2010 - 07.2012
  • Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
  • Worked with boosters, parents and school administrators to handle support functions.

ELA Teacher/Coach

Cedar Creek Middle School/Bastrop ISD
Cedar Creek, TX
07.2009 - 06.2010
  • Promoted student growth by encouraging independent thinking, judgment and thought expression.
  • Maintained strict classroom behavior management to provide positive, conducive environment for learning.

Therapeutic Foster Parent

The Settlement Home For Children
Austin, TX
04.1997 - 08.2009

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserves
Austin, TX
11.1989 - 11.1993
  • Preventive Medicine Specialist — U.S. Army
    Conducted preventive medicine inspections, assessments, and health and safety programs to protect the health and readiness of military personnel. Monitored environmental and occupational health conditions, identified potential health risks, provided training and education, and recommended corrective actions to maintain compliance with established health and safety standards.

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
11.1985 - 11.1989
  • Preventive Medicine Specialist — U.S. Army
    Conducted preventive medicine inspections, assessments, and health and safety programs to protect the health and readiness of military personnel. Monitored environmental and occupational health conditions, identified potential health risks, provided training and education, and recommended corrective actions to maintain compliance with established health and safety standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Phoenix

Master of Education - Instructional Leadership

Concordia University Texas

Skills

  • Technology savvy
  • Student development
  • Activity planning
  • K-12 education
  • Results-focused
  • Tutoring and coaching
  • Differentiated learning techniques
  • Learning assessments
  • Special needs students
  • Emergent curriculum
  • Data analytics

Certification

State Board of Educator Certification Classroom Teacher Health (EC-12) Physical Education (EC-12) Generalist (EC-4) Generalist (4-8) Journalism (7-12) English Language Arts and Reading(8-12) Special Education (EC-12) English as a Second Language Supplemental (EC-12)

Timeline

AI Writing Analyst

Global Logic Technologies
09.2024 - 09.2026

Superintendent/Head of School

Austin Discovery School
06.2023 - 07.2024

Lead Testing, RTI, and ELL Coordinator

KIPP Austin Brave High School
01.2023 - 06.2024

ELAR/Social Studies/Math/Science Teacher

Austin Discovery School
10.2021 - 01.2023

Census Field Supervisor

US Census
06.2020 - 09.2021

ELA Teacher/Publications Advisor

Weiss High School/PfISD
06.2017 - 04.2021

ELA Teacher, 7th Grade Team Lead

Dessau Middle School/PfISD
07.2015 - 06.2017

CPS Investigator

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
06.2013 - 06.2015

ELA Teacher/Department Chairperson

Mendez Middle School/AustinISD
08.2012 - 05.2013

ELA Teacher/Head Tennis Coach and Cheer Coach

Cedar Creek High School/Bastrop ISD
07.2010 - 07.2012

ELA Teacher/Coach

Cedar Creek Middle School/Bastrop ISD
07.2009 - 06.2010

Therapeutic Foster Parent

The Settlement Home For Children
04.1997 - 08.2009

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserves
11.1989 - 11.1993

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army
11.1985 - 11.1989

Master of Education - Instructional Leadership

Concordia University Texas

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Phoenix
IdaLesa Gantt