Jenny Wilson Carreño
Metairie
Summary
Experienced educational leader with strong background in guiding diverse teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient systems, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance instructional quality and student engagement.
- Mentored and trained new teachers in effective classroom management strategies and pedagogical techniques.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Collaborated with administration to design professional development programs for faculty growth.
- Facilitated weekly clusters on differentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needs within classrooms.
- Fostered a collaborative environment among staff to share best practices and promote continuous improvement.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and adapt teaching strategies based on student needs, leading to significant gains in achievement levels.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Principal
International High School
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Directly manage academic staff performance through rigorous observation, targeted feedback, and effective professional development strategies.
- Conduct weekly meetings with direct reports to ensure instructional strategies are aligned with goals and hold them accountable for meeting high standards of excellence.
- Conduct regular classroom observations of teacher cohort members to ensure they meet performance expectations.
- Develop individualized goals for academic staff and conduct twice-yearly performance evaluations to ensure accountability and drive continuous improvement.
- Build solid and high-performing teams characterized by trust, investment in goals, accountability, and ownership.
- Identify high-potential talent and develop aspiring leaders, setting a high bar for performance and holding staff accountable for achieving exceptional results.
- Conduct interviews to select instructional staff with the highest potential for growth and alignment with institutional values.
- Lead professional development for Assistant Principal, Coordinators, Grade Level leads, Department Chairs, and teachers on the highest leverage strategies for academic systems and effective lesson execution, setting a clear expectation for excellence.
- Build relationships with students, families, and stakeholders, and ensure an inclusive school environment that respects diversity.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, supplies, materials, equipment, and authorized purchases to enhance curriculum and instruction.
- Accomplishments
- Lead one of the most diverse and inclusive high schools in the New Orleans Public Schools.
- Lead and coordinated International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Program accreditation process.
- Designed the Summer Learning Program with multiple enrichment offerings for over 150 students.
- Created and refined cultural celebrations for all languages and nationalities represented in the school community to be 100% self-founded and student organized.
- Developed strategic plans for improving academic achievement among all student groups, including English language learners and students with disabilities.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instructional programs and curriculum and create action plans.
- Increased Parental Participation after Covid-19 through engagement in different activities such as PTO, progress alert conferences, volunteering opportunities, ESL Family event, college fairs, etc.
- Increase participation of students in athletics and clubs offerings by 200%.
- Improved communication with multilingual families providing continuous access to information through multiple media.
- Created strong support for freshmen through student leadership, fellowship and support with the Link Crew program.
- Manage an academic staff of 45 including student support services, culture, counselors, IB and SPED coordinator.
- Cultivated an inclusive learning environment that promoted respect for diversity among staff members and students by providing training and coaching in trauma informed and culturally responsive practices.
- Established systems for monitoring and improving student behavior to ensure a safe learning atmosphere including PBIS, restorative practices, Houses, and Capturing Kids Hearts.
- Led curriculum revision for all subjects acquiring tier 1 curriculum and alignment that promoted high expectations and access to rigorous and relevant learning.
- Developed collaborative relationships and support from community partners to increase access to CTE programs to over 40 students.
- Led the creation and implementation of ACT boot camp for all juniors starting in 2022.
- Started the IB for all program increasing student participation on at least two IB Diploma Program classes.
- Increase college acceptances to 100% and multi million dollar scholarships.
- Decreased absenteeism by developing support systems for student and parent accountability, attendance and credit recovery after school and on Saturdays.
- Reviewed and approved new programs or recommended modifications to existing programs, submitting program proposals for school board approval as necessary.
- Participated in special education-related activities, such as current policy training and attending IEP and MDR meetings.
- Determined the scope of educational program offerings and prepared drafts of course schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
Assistant Principal
International High School
06.2017 - 05.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of the school, including scheduling classes and activities; maintaining order in hallways classrooms; monitoring lunchroom behavior; supervising after school activities.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student achievement in all student sub-populations.
- Provided support services for at-risk students, including counseling referrals, academic intervention plans, tutoring services, LEAP remediation services, attendance recovery.
- Organized and facilitated the Instructional Leadership Team meetings.
- Conducted meetings with faculty members to revise school policies and procedures and recommend policy adjustments.
- Coached teachers on instructional practices to ensure effective implementation of curriculum standards.
- Facilitated collaboration among staff members to foster a positive learning environment for students.
- Monitored student discipline issues, intervening and providing solutions aligned with restorative approaches.
- Implemented strategies for resolving conflicts between students or staff members.
- Coordinated special events such as Open House nights, parent-teacher conferences, schedule day, and freshmen academy.
- Set educational standards and goals and helped establish policies, procedures, and programs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and maintain curriculum standards, develop mission statements, academic departments improvement plans and set performance goals and objectives.
- Conferred with parents and staff to find challenges and put systems in place for student success.
Instructional Coach
International High School
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Facilitated collaboration among teachers, administrators to identify areas of improvement in instruction.
- Mentored new teachers in their transition into the profession by providing guidance on curriculum planning, lesson delivery, assessment practices, and more.
- Facilitated professional learning communities around topics such as assessment literacy and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Conducted observations of classrooms to provide targeted feedback to teachers.
- Coached staff members on how to effectively differentiate instruction based upon student needs.
- Provided ongoing support for educators in implementing evidence-based interventions within the classroom setting.
- Engaged stakeholders in collaborative conversations about successful instructional strategies.
- Created a system of data-driven decision making for school leadership teams.
- Prepared and facilitated tutoring workshops, collaborative projects, and academic support sessions for small groups of students.
- Recommended textbooks, software, equipment, and other learning materials to complement tutoring.
- Administered, proctor and score academic and diagnostic assessments.
Spanish Teacher/ World Language Chair
International High School
06.2012 - 05.2015
- Allowed students to showcase Spanish language skills with open-ended conversations and presentations.
- Encouraged student participation by creating a positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented Spanish lesson plans to teach basic language skills such as reading, writing, speaking and listening.
- Researched language instruction methods for advancing and diversifying Spanish teaching approaches.
- Engaged students through creative activities, games and songs to reinforce language concepts.
- Established relationships with parents, guardians and community members to foster a supportive network for all learners.
- Integrated cultural elements into lessons to promote understanding of the target language culture and traditions.
- Administered written and spoken assessments to evaluate language proficiency.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to second language acquisition strategies.
- Organized field trips outside the classroom setting to engage students in real-world applications of the target language.
- Conduct professional meetings, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence of the language department.
- Chair the World Language Department to implement International Baccalaureate Language curriculum for the IB Diploma Program.
- Trained language teachers on the latest educational and language acquisition research and best practices.
- Created and developed Language and cultural celebrations involving the entire school community.
Spanish Teacher
Visiting International Faculty Program/ Atlanta Public Schools
08.2007 - 05.2012
- Educated students on multilingualism for enriching global awareness.
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question, and investigate new concepts.
- Sponsored the international club, extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss progress and determine educational priorities.
- Prepared and implemented remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
- Guided and counseled students with adjustment or academic problems.
ESL Teacher
Aspaen Gimnasio Cantillana
01.2004 - 07.2007
- Fostered an environment conducive to ESL learning by providing support and encouragement.
- Adapted course materials to meet the individual needs of each student while still meeting curriculum objectives.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to help students with specific needs or difficulties understanding concepts.
- Designed assessments that accurately reflected student learning outcomes throughout the course.
- Incorporated technology into instruction when appropriate by using online resources or multimedia tools.
- Utilized different teaching methods such as communicative approach, task-based instruction, role plays to enhance student engagement.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
- Attended staff meetings and served on chaired the academic committee.
- Created workbook following objectives and outlined for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines, and requirements of the department of education.
- Reviewed instructional content, methods, and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses.
ESL Teacher
Universidad Industrial de Santander
01.2001 - 07.2007
- Collaborated with colleagues to design engaging ESL curricula that incorporated best practices in language instruction.
- Taught English as a Second Language to college students, Medical English and Online Courses.
- Assessed student progress, identified areas for improvement and provided feedback on their performance.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question, and investigate new concepts.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Prepared objectives and outlined for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines, and requirements of states and schools.
- Attended professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Advised students on internships, prospective employers and job placement services.
- Reviewed instructional content, methods, and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Master of Education - Administration
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas09.2021
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Languages
Universidad Industrial de Santander
Bucaramanga, Colombia12.2003
Diploma - English Phonetics and Phonology
Universidad Industrial de Santander
Bucaramanga, Colombia09.2003
Diploma - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Universidad Industrial de Santander
Bucaramanga, Colombia08.2003
Skills
- Educational Administration
- International Baccalaureate Program
- Community Engagement
- Data Analysis to drive student achievement
- Diverse Populations and Multilingualism
- Crucial Accountability
- Restorative approaches
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum specialist
- Instructional Coaching
Accomplishments
- Managed school operations for 500 students.
- Endowed $150,000 in grant funds from LDOE through approved proposal for IB MYP program.
- Coordinated and delivered curriculum training opportunities to academic staff resulting in collectively higher-grade point average by % for the entire school.
- Instituted peer review program for teaching professionals and PLCs, which promoted collaborative teamwork, respect and appreciation among staff members.
- Spearheaded yearly improvement plan implementation which redefined performance goals and achieved VIBE benchmarks.
- Collaborated with the IB coordinator in the development of MYP program implementation.
Certification
- School Leadership Center Aspiring Leaders program 2014-1015
- Educational Leader Level 1 Certificate
- NISL Executive Development Program-2020
- IB Diploma Program Certified 2021
- Certified Louisiana Evaluator- 2025-2026
Languages
French
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Master Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
Principal
International High School
06.2022 - 06.2024
Assistant Principal
International High School
06.2017 - 05.2022
Instructional Coach
International High School
06.2015 - 05.2017
Spanish Teacher/ World Language Chair
International High School
06.2012 - 05.2015
Spanish Teacher
Visiting International Faculty Program/ Atlanta Public Schools
08.2007 - 05.2012
ESL Teacher
Aspaen Gimnasio Cantillana
01.2004 - 07.2007
ESL Teacher
Universidad Industrial de Santander
01.2001 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Languages
Universidad Industrial de Santander
Diploma - English Phonetics and Phonology
Universidad Industrial de Santander
Diploma - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Universidad Industrial de Santander
Master of Education - Administration
Lamar University
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