Jerrica Newman
Baytown
Summary
Principal-ready instructional leader with a proven record of driving academic growth across general education, special education, and intervention systems while building high-retention, high-performing adult teams. Demonstrated success coaching teachers to sustained STAAR achievement, leading MTSS and Critical Student Intervention systems, and managing instructional staff across tested and non-tested content areas. Known for balancing high accountability with relational leadership to deliver measurable outcomes for students and staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
IDEA Hardy College Prep
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised, coached, and evaluated a cohort of 24 instructional staff, maintaining a 90%+ annual retention rate, with 20 of 24 teachers earning Level 3 evaluations, reflecting strong instructional consistency and professional growth.
- Coached 5 STAAR-tested ELA teachers across grades 6–10, driving sustained student achievement over two school years, including significant Achievement Average growth across multiple grade levels.
- Led instructional coaching cycles resulting in multi-year gains, including 6th grade AA growth (28 → 35) and 8th grade AA growth (39 → 49).
- Led and supervised Special Education instructional teams across inclusion and self-contained (RISE) settings, resulting in 80% (20/25) of RISE scholars earning Level III: Accomplished across all content areas.
- Directed Critical Student Intervention (CSI) systems, with 86% (24/28) of identified students meeting STAAR ELA growth goals through targeted intervention planning and progress monitoring.
- Coached 2 Physical Fitness teachers, with 1 evaluated at Level 5, and led Physical Fitness instructional systems resulting in 900+ fitness minutes logged per scholar before March, exceeding the final May benchmark.
- Implemented campus-wide data analysis and professional learning aligned to accountability goals.
- Fostered a positive instructional culture by balancing high expectations with consistent coaching and staff support.
7th Grade Math Teacher
IDEA Hardy College Prep
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Led 7th grade math instruction resulting in 7% Masters, 37% Meets, and only 63% Approaches, with an Achievement Average of 36, exceeding campus benchmarks.
- Utilized data-driven lesson planning and targeted interventions to accelerate student mastery of grade-level standards.
- Established a classroom culture of high expectations, academic ownership, and consistent student growth.
LC / MTSS Academic & Behavior Coordinator
KIPP Nexus Middle School - KIPP Texas
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Coordinated and oversaw academic and behavioral interventions through the MTSS framework, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and families to support student success.
- Led campus data analysis initiatives to identify trends and inform instructional and intervention strategies.
- Managed and administered all standardized testing programs, ensuring 100% compliance with state and district testing requirements.
- Facilitated professional development for staff focused on academic interventions, behavior supports, and progress monitoring.
Algebra 1 Teacher
GCCISD - Lee High School
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Implemented formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and support struggling learners.
- Integrated real-world applications to strengthen student engagement and problem-solving skills.
Lead Math Teacher
Tensas High School
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Mentored and coached math teachers through collaborative planning and instructional feedback cycles.
- Organized and facilitated professional development workshops to strengthen math instruction and improve student achievement.
- Utilized data analysis to adjust instructional practices, resulting in increased student engagement and performance.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics & Physics: Minor - BioMedical Science
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05-2017
Skills
- Instructional Leadership & Teacher Coaching
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- STAAR Accountability & Assessment Systems
- MTSS & Critical Student Intervention (CSI)
- Special Education (Inclusion & RISE) Leadership
- Staff Evaluation & Retention
- Campus Culture & Climate Building
- Compliance & Program Management
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
IDEA Hardy College Prep
05.2023 - Current
7th Grade Math Teacher
IDEA Hardy College Prep
11.2022 - 05.2023
LC / MTSS Academic & Behavior Coordinator
KIPP Nexus Middle School - KIPP Texas
08.2021 - 11.2022
Algebra 1 Teacher
GCCISD - Lee High School
08.2020 - 08.2021
Lead Math Teacher
Tensas High School
08.2017 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Public Administration
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics & Physics: Minor - BioMedical Science
Grambling State University