Kathi Burney
Hughes Springs,TX
Summary
Eager to provide instructional leadership at a campus using a combination of educational experience at the elementary and secondary levels. Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 8 years of experience in school leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Academics
Jefferson ISD
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Executed strategies to increase parental and community engagement within school.
- Streamlined administrative processes for more efficient course scheduling, enrollment management, and budget allocation.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Increased awareness of post-secondary options by organizing college and career readiness workshops and events.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Ensured optimal test administration by coordinating scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation efforts.
- Streamlined test administration by organizing materials, seating arrangements, and schedule coordination.
- Helped accommodate students with disabilities or special needs for alterations to test administration.
English Teacher
Avinger ISD
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Secondary/Elementary Asst. Principal
CHISD
01.2014 - 07.2020
- Provided support through curriculum planning, master scheduling, RTI implementation/reorganization, organized and implemented RED (enrichment) program @ CHJH, handled discipline, budget planning, vertical alignment, utilized DMAC for data disaggregation of benchmark testing
- Conducted site base, department, grade level, and faculty meetings, implemented GoQuest/Compass learning, PEG Writing, and Imagine Learning at both campuses, along with full implementation of reading/writing workshop at the jr. high level
- Supported positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Restructured REACH (tutorial) program at the jr. high level, and assisted in implementation of Phenomenal Phridays, an award-winning and innovative enrichment program at the high school.
Pre-AP English II Teacher, AppleTeacher, AVID Site-Team
Deer Park High School
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Taught Pre-AP English II, served as an AppleTeacher, and was a member of the AVID Site-Team
- Increased student EOC scores from 0% to 50% Advanced, implemented Small-Group Instruction, and earned 60 hours in AP and GT training.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
English II, English III, Pre-AP English II, Pre-AP English III, Speech and Debate, Journalism, Homebound, and English as a Second Language Teacher
Hughes Springs High School
01.2000 - 05.2012
- Teacher of various subjects including English, Speech and Debate, Journalism, and English as a Second Language
- Also served as Department Head, Site-Based Management Team member, Teacher of the Year Nominee, UIL Sponsor, Cheerleader Sponsor, Drill Team Sponsor, Yearbook Adviser, and 21st Century after-school program coordinator.
- Chosen as one of Top Ten Secondary High School Teachers in Texas
5th Grade Language Arts, ESL, and Social Studies Teacher
Hughes Springs Elementary
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Taught 5th grade Language Arts, ESL, and Social Studies
- Also served as Lead Teacher, Site-Based Management Team member, Teacher of the Year Nominee, UIL coach, Student Council and Jr
- High Cheerleader Sponsor, and received the Best of the Best Elementary Teacher of the Year Award.
ESL I, II, and III Teacher, Social Studies and World Geography (ESL)
Mt. Pleasant High School
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Taught ESL and Social Studies at the high school level
- Helped to implement Accelerated Reader and attended numerous ESL, at-risk, and general education workshops.
Education
Magna Cum Laude
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Texarkana, TX05.2011
Bachelor of General Studies - Magna Cum Laude
Texas A&M @ Texarkana
01.1994
Executive Secretary - Chosen As Top Graduate
BMI School of Business
Longview, TX01.1985
High School Diploma -
Hughes Springs High School
Hughes Springs, TX01.1984
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Group facilitation and presentations
- School Administration
- Master Class Schedule
- Policy and procedure development
- Standardized Testing
References
- Professional & Personal References provided upon request
Timeline
Dean of Academics
Jefferson ISD
06.2022 - 07.2024
English Teacher
Avinger ISD
08.2020 - 06.2022
Secondary/Elementary Asst. Principal
CHISD
01.2014 - 07.2020
Pre-AP English II Teacher, AppleTeacher, AVID Site-Team
Deer Park High School
01.2012 - 01.2014
English II, English III, Pre-AP English II, Pre-AP English III, Speech and Debate, Journalism, Homebound, and English as a Second Language Teacher
Hughes Springs High School
01.2000 - 05.2012
5th Grade Language Arts, ESL, and Social Studies Teacher
Hughes Springs Elementary
01.1996 - 01.2000
ESL I, II, and III Teacher, Social Studies and World Geography (ESL)
Mt. Pleasant High School
01.1994 - 01.1996
Magna Cum Laude
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Bachelor of General Studies - Magna Cum Laude
Texas A&M @ Texarkana
Executive Secretary - Chosen As Top Graduate
BMI School of Business
High School Diploma -
Hughes Springs High School
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