Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Klein ISD, excelling in instructional coaching and community engagement. Spearheaded behavior management strategies, enhancing student engagement and teacher effectiveness. Adept at testing coordination and fostering relationships, driving significant improvements in academic performance and school culture.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Klein ISD- Metzler Elementary
Klein
07.2023 - Current
Collaborated with teachers to enhance instructional practices and increase student engagement.
Coordinated professional development workshops for faculty, enhancing instructional effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
Facilitated communication among parents, staff, and community organizations, strengthening collaborative partnerships that support student success.
Evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback to drive improvement.
Analyzed standardized test data to pinpoint areas for instructional improvement and informed curriculum adjustments.
Coordinated MAP and STAAR testing administration to comply with district and state guidelines. Provided training and support to staff on testing procedures and security protocols.
Developed and implemented school-wide behavior management strategies to foster positive environments.
Behavior Specialist
Hofius Intermediate
Klein
08.2022 - 07.2023
Developed behavior intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
Performed assessments to identify and address behavioral challenges and needs.
Partnered with teachers to develop and execute effective classroom management strategies.
Facilitated classroom management and student support for teachers and students, enhancing implementation of Tier 1 Classroom Management Practices.
7th History Team Leader
Irons Jr. High
Conroe
08.2020 - 05.2022
Facilitated PLC and data meetings, coached new teachers, developed team members into leadership roles, enhancing team collaboration and leadership capacity.
Conroe ISD
Mentored new educators on classroom policies and teaching techniques for effective instruction.
Led team meetings to discuss student progress and classroom management strategies.
Coordinated lesson plans and resources with teachers to enhance curriculum delivery.
5th Grade Social Studies Team Leader
Tom Cox Intermediate
Conroe
01.2019 - 01.2020
Facilitated planning and data meetings, coached teachers in American History content, participated in team leader meetings, and communicated essential campus information with team.
Conroe ISD
Led team meetings to discuss project updates and operational challenges.
Coordinated daily tasks to ensure smooth workflow among team members.
Trained new staff on company policies and best practices for teamwork.
5th Grade ELA, Social Studies, Science
Tom Cox Intermediate
Conroe
01.2015 - 01.2020
Conroe ISD
Presented innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and effectiveness.
Collaborated with diverse colleagues to meet objectives and resolve challenges regarding products and services.
Executed daily responsibilities with precision and attention to detail.
5th Grade Team Leader
Major Elementary
Spring
01.2011 - 01.2015
Led team of educators to enhance student engagement and learning experiences.
Organized professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and collaboration.
Developed curriculum materials aligned with state standards and student needs.
Facilitated team meetings to communicate key information and establish grade level expectations for student success.
Spring ISD
5th Grade ELA/Social Studies
Major Elementary
Spring
01.2011 - 01.2015
Spring ISD
Executed day-to-day duties with precision, ensuring smooth classroom operations.
Proposed innovative strategies that improved team collaboration and learning outcomes.
Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve educational goals and resolve challenges in curriculum delivery.
4th Grade ELA/Social Studies
McNabb Elementary
Spring
01.2008 - 01.2011
Spring ISD
Contributed innovative ideas to improve team collaboration and achieve specific project outcomes.
Executed daily tasks to ensure smooth operations and support team objectives.
Collaborated with diverse coworkers to meet project goals and resolve product-related challenges.
8th Grade American History
Edison Middle School
Port Arthur
01.2007 - 01.2008
Port Arthur ISD
Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency to support classroom operations.
Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and student engagement.
Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve educational goals and resolve issues impacting student learning.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Technology Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
01-2021
Bachelors of Arts - Political Science
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
01-2007
Skills
Instructional Doaching
Teacher Dollaboration
Leadership Development
School Safety Procedures
Data Analysis
Community Engagement
Effective Communication
Relationship Building
Multitasking
Affiliations
Kappa Delta Phi Honor Society, 05/20, Present
Certification
Principal as an Instructional Leader
4-8 Generalist
ESL Supplement
Staff Developments
Warm-Ups As a Form of Review, Conroe ISD District-Wide Staff Development, 05/21
Utilizing Technology in the Social Studies Classroom, Conroe ISD District-Wide Staff Development, 05/20
Utilizing Technology in the Language Arts Classroom, Conroe ISD District-Wide Staff Development, 05/17
7th Grade Texas History Summer School Curriculum Writing, 05/22
5th Grade U.S. History Curriculum Writing Reorganization, 05/20
Behavior Bootcamp, Klein ISD Staff Development, 08/22
Managing Defiant & Disruptive Behaviors, Klein ISD Staff Development, 10/22
NTM Energize-Reward Systems in the Classroom, Klein ISD Staff Development, 01/23
Awards
Teacher of the Year, Spring ISD, 2013
Classroom Responsibilities
Create engaging lessons that meet the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standards at the appropriate Bloom's Taxonomy level, and CISD Reads.
Utilize most up-to-date data to guide instruction in small groups, interventions, and tutorial sessions that target specific academic needs of the students.
Attend trainings and stay abreast of the latest educational strategies, develop positive student-teacher relationships by taking an interest in the whole child's academic and social development.
Develop positive parent-teacher relationships by sending a weekly detailed newsletter about classroom lessons and activities. Stay in constant contact with parents via email, phone calls, and written notes.
Leadership Experience
Behavior Specialist, Hofius Intermediate 6-8 (Klein ISD), 08/22, Present, Work in a proactive capacity with teachers on Tier 1 Classroom Management Practices, Promote and maintain school wide PBIS incentive program, Lead and work collaboratively with the campus PBIS Team, Coach teachers within the Get Better Faster Program, Organize and provide ongoing support for the Campus Behavior RTI program, Created and manage the PBIS component of the Campus Improvement Plan, Directly support students in the Behavior RTI program and students with behavior concerns, Provide classroom management/ student support as requested by teachers, Sponsor Kindness Culture Club students and facilitate communication and activities with feeder elementary campuses
Assistant Principal Substitute, Irons Jr. High (Conroe ISD), 01/22, 05/22, Provide fair and equitable discipline for students, Supervise students during arrival, lunch, transitions, and dismissal, Communicate and coordinate with parents about necessary information pertinent to their child, Coordinate with other assistant principals to handle emergencies and sensitive staff and student concerns
7th History Team Leader, Irons Jr. High (Conroe ISD), 08/20, 05/22, Facilitate PLC and data meetings, Coach new teachers, Develop the growth of team members into managing leadership responsibilities
Foundations Leader, Irons Jr. High (Conroe ISD), 08/20, 05/22, Facilitate meetings, Work with other members to establish campus-wide norms, Host staff developments, Work with the staff to address safety of campus
5th Grade Social Studies Team Leader, Tom Cox Intermediate (Conroe ISD), 08/19, 05/20, Facilitated planning and data meetings, Coach teachers in American History content, Participated in team leader meetings, Communicated campus information with team
5th Grade Team Leader, Major Elementary (Spring ISD), 08/11, 05/15, Participated in team leader meetings and communicated information with team, Facilitated team meetings, Facilitated the creation of grade level expectations for students
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Klein ISD- Metzler Elementary
07.2023 - Current
Behavior Specialist
Hofius Intermediate
08.2022 - 07.2023
7th History Team Leader
Irons Jr. High
08.2020 - 05.2022
5th Grade Social Studies Team Leader
Tom Cox Intermediate
01.2019 - 01.2020
5th Grade ELA, Social Studies, Science
Tom Cox Intermediate
01.2015 - 01.2020
5th Grade Team Leader
Major Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2015
5th Grade ELA/Social Studies
Major Elementary
01.2011 - 01.2015
4th Grade ELA/Social Studies
McNabb Elementary
01.2008 - 01.2011
8th Grade American History
Edison Middle School
01.2007 - 01.2008
Master of Education - Educational Technology Leadership
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