Kayla Barreiro
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Results-oriented Alumni Affairs Manager with a strong background in supporting postsecondary persistence and degree completion for large, diverse alumni cohorts based in Central Texas. Experienced in student-centered advising, financial aid navigation, data-informed outreach, and cross-functional collaboration. Known for clear communication, reliability, and driving equitable student success outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Alumni Affairs
IDEA Public Schools
Weslaco, Tx
08.2024 - Current
- Manage postsecondary outcomes for large alumni cohorts across Texas, supporting persistence, retention, and degree completion.
- Provide individualized advising on academic planning, financial aid, SAP appeals, and re-enrollment pathways.
- Utilize data systems and dashboards to track engagement, identify risk, and prioritize targeted interventions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, campus partners, and leadership to coordinate student support.
- Build trusted relationships with alumni through consistent outreach, coaching, and problem-solving.
- Lead early-intervention strategies to address academic, financial, and personal barriers impacting enrollment.
Hybrid Humanities Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
McAllen, TX
08.2020 - 07.2024
- Delivered differentiated instruction and academic support to diverse student populations, improving overall student performance.
- Analyzed student data to inform instructional strategies and targeted interventions.
- Developed and implemented curriculum-aligned lesson plans to support academic readiness and long-term success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to support student engagement, accountability, and growth.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX05.2019
No Degree - Certificate : Violence Prevention And Intervention
Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio, TX05-2019
Skills
- Alumni advising and coaching
- Postsecondary persistence and re-enrollment support
- Financial aid navigation and appeals
- Case management and cohort tracking
- Data-informed outreach and prioritization
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Student-centered communication
- Alumni engagement
Timeline
Manager of Alumni Affairs
IDEA Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Hybrid Humanities Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
08.2020 - 07.2024
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Our Lady of The Lake University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Our Lady of The Lake University
No Degree - Certificate : Violence Prevention And Intervention
Our Lady of The Lake University
Honors & Leadership
- IDEA Level 5 Master Teacher
- Graduated Top 10 percent of University class
- IDEA Give Me 5 Scholarship recipient
- Teacher of the Month
- Selected leadership roles in student governance
- Academic honor societies
- Mentorship programs
Additional Experience
- Writing Teacher, IDEA Public Schools
- Benefits and Compensation Professional Intern, IDEA Public Schools
- Enrichment Specialist, IDEA Public Schools
- Vocational Intern, Sisters of Divine Providence | Our Lady of the Lake University
- Student Leadership and Mentorship Roles, Our Lady of the Lake University