INDIRA JONES
Dallas
Summary
Dynamic K-12 culture and social-emotional learning (SEL) systems leader with a proven track record in designing, launching, and scaling impactful schoolwide culture and behavior frameworks. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams to drive data-informed improvements, facilitate professional development, and align educator practices with organizational vision. Strong foundation in trauma-informed pedagogy and restorative practices, combined with a commitment to cultivating an inclusive educator culture that fosters student success. Passionate about creating environments where every student thrives through innovative strategies and collaborative efforts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culture Development Chair & Lead Teacher
KIPP Texas Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Designed and launched comprehensive schoolwide culture systems improving transitions and Tier 1 consistency.
- Delivered professional development on SEL, traumaninformed instruction, restorative practices, and culture alignment.
- Built and managed teacherncoaching systems, walkthrough tools, and data dashboards used by leadership teams.
- Collaborated with leaders to strengthen crossngrade consistency, teacher culture, and team alignment.
- Supported crisisnresponse, restorative interventions, denescalation, and family communication.
- Used behavior and culture data to drive climate improvements and refine systems quarterly.
Certified Trauma Recovery Coach (Founder)
Brown Girls Heal Movement
01.2020 - Current
- Provide traumaninformed coaching using somatic and CBTnaligned strategies.
- Facilitate SELnfocused workshops and support emotional regulation, identity development, and resilience.
- Develop traumaninformed curriculum and healing tools for clients and community programs.
Teacher (CulturenFocused)
KIPP DC
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Integrated SEL and restorative routines into instruction to improve classroom climate.
- Supported Tier 1 and Tier 2 behavior interventions and aligned classroom practices with schoolwide systems.
Teacher
KIPP Metro Atlanta
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Strengthened classroom management through SEL, structured routines, and restorative practices.
- Partnered with leaders to support schoolwide culture and behavior systems.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Human Services
Clayton State University
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice & Human Services
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Skills
- Strategic Project Leadership
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Systems Implementation & Scale
- Data & Impact Monitoring
- Educator Professional Learning
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Behavior Systems (Tier 1/Tier 2)
- Trauma-Informed & Restorative Practices
- Staff development
- Corporate governance
- Delegation
- Meeting facilitation
Certification
- Certified Trauma Recovery Coach
- Life Coach Certification
Personal Information
Title: Senior School Culture & SEL Systems Leader | K-12 Consultant
Timeline
Culture Development Chair & Lead Teacher
KIPP Texas Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Teacher (CulturenFocused)
KIPP DC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Trauma Recovery Coach (Founder)
Brown Girls Heal Movement
01.2020 - Current
Teacher
KIPP Metro Atlanta
01.2019 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice & Human Services
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Human Services
Clayton State University