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Jennifer Masten

Grand Prairie,TX

Summary

Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Trinity Basin Preparatory, driving academic excellence for 7,000 students. Expert in strategic planning and relationship building, successfully implemented data-driven systems that enhanced student performance and teacher effectiveness. Committed to fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across diverse educational settings.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of School Leadership

Trinity Basin Preparatory
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Lead the development and execution of the district’s academic vision for 13 schools and 7,000 students.
  • Increased district attendance by 1.5%
  • Implement data-driven systems to improve student performance and close achievement gaps.
  • Supervise and collaborate with school administrators to enhance instructional practices and align with district and state initiatives.
  • Oversee district-wide curriculum adoption and implementation, teacher evaluation processes, and federal compliance initiatives.
  • Instructional Leadership Aligned with the Texas Instructional Leadership Framework (TIL)
  • Participated in or led implementation of TIL practices to support campus leaders and improve classroom instruction
  • District and Campus Improvement Planning (DIP/CIP)
  • Developed and monitored data-driven improvement plans aligned to Texas accountability standards and local board goals
  • TEA Grant Management and Compliance (ESSA, Title I, etc.)
  • Successfully managed federal/state grants, ensuring alignment with TEA guidelines and impactful program delivery
  • Partnership with TEA Vetted Providers
  • Coordinated with TEA-vetted HQIM providers and instructional support

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Area Principal

Trinity Basin Preparatory
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
  • Trained campus principals on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
  • Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.

Principal

Trinity Basin Preparatory
06.2008 - 06.2022
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Maintained a 85% retention rate among staff
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
  • Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.

Teacher

Fort Worth ISD
06.2004 - 06.2008

Middle Level Learning Center DAEP grades 6-8

Teacher/ Coach

Calhoun County ISD
06.2001 - 06.2004

Education

Master of Science - Education Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2007

Bachelor of Science - Emergency, Administration, And Planning

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
05-1996

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making

Certification

Principal EC-12

Social Studies 4-8

History 8-12

Timeline

Director of School Leadership

Trinity Basin Preparatory
06.2024 - 06.2025

Area Principal

Trinity Basin Preparatory
06.2022 - 06.2024

Principal

Trinity Basin Preparatory
06.2008 - 06.2022

Teacher

Fort Worth ISD
06.2004 - 06.2008

Teacher/ Coach

Calhoun County ISD
06.2001 - 06.2004

Master of Science - Education Administration

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Emergency, Administration, And Planning

University of North Texas