Jill Oates
Manor,TX
Summary
Professional educator who is relationship-driven with 25+ years of experience in client engagement, program leadership, and revenue growth across education and sales. Holds high stands and results-driven approach. Proven ability to build long-term partnerships, monitor engagement, drive retention, and identify growth opportunities. Passionate about supporting educators and improving student outcomes through data-informed solutions.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
CTE Teacher | DECA Advisor | School Store Manager
Lake Travis ISD – Lake Travis High School
Austin, TX
01.2009 - Current
- Manage relationships with 300+ students, staff, and community partners, ensuring high engagement and program success
- Track performance data and engagement to improve outcomes and drive continuous growth
- Oversee $ operations of school store (inventory, vendors, budget, promotions), maintaining profitability
- Identify and execute growth opportunities through partnerships, events, and fundraising initiatives
- Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to align goals and deliver results
- Train and mentor teams, strengthening accountability and customer experience
Marketing Teacher / DECA Advisor
Bay City ISD – Bay City High School
Bay City, TX
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Built partnerships with employers, supporting program growth and student placement
- Managed budgets, events, and stakeholder engagement initiatives
Business Teacher
Bay City ISD – Bay City High School
Bay City, TX
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Delivered business curriculum and led campus-wide engagement activities
Sales & Marketing Manager
Aqua Beverage Company / Ozarka
El Campo, TX
01.1990 - 01.2002
- Managed key accounts across 6 counties, driving retention and revenue growth
- Developed new business through outreach, promotions, and referrals
- Led teams and marketing campaigns; consistently exceeded sales targets
Education
B.B.A. - Administrative Sciences, Secondary Business Education & Marketing Certification
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX08-1990
Skills
- Account Management
- Client Retention
- Customer Success
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Program Performance Tracking
- Revenue Growth
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Training & Support
- Strategic Planning
- Communication & Presentations
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Data Tracking Systems
- Digital Marketing Tools
- Project-based learning
- Collaborative teaching
- Multimedia integration
- Real-world application
- Soft skills training
Timeline
CTE Teacher | DECA Advisor | School Store Manager
Lake Travis ISD – Lake Travis High School
01.2009 - Current
Marketing Teacher / DECA Advisor
Bay City ISD – Bay City High School
01.2008 - 01.2009
Business Teacher
Bay City ISD – Bay City High School
01.2004 - 01.2008
Sales & Marketing Manager
Aqua Beverage Company / Ozarka
01.1990 - 01.2002
B.B.A. - Administrative Sciences, Secondary Business Education & Marketing Certification
Texas State University
LEADERSHIP & AWARDS
Texas DECA Advisor of the Year (2023), Teacher of the Year (Bay City HS), Marketing Educators of Texas Board Member, Community & Chamber Leadership