Kiara Araujo
Houston,TX
Summary
Bilingual education leader and program coordinator with over nine years of experience supporting student success through program coordination, instructional coaching, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven practice. Skilled in managing multiple initiatives, monitoring program progress, facilitating collaboration, and driving continuous improvement across diverse school settings. Experienced in supporting college and career readiness, student and family engagement, and partnerships with educators, schools, and community organizations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
GEAR UP Site Coordinator
University Of Texas At Austin
Houston, Texas
02.2026 - Current
- Coordinated GEAR UP events and activities, managing scheduling, resources, vendors, logistics, and on-site support.
- Facilitated college and career readiness workshops, student activities, academic advising, and postsecondary planning.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, administrators, and university partners to support GEAR UP programming and strengthen a college-going culture.
- Coordinated college visits, school choice informational sessions, and student experiences to support high school and postsecondary planning.
- Engaged students and families by providing college knowledge, mentoring, and information about career opportunities, summer programs, and camps.
- Maintained program data and tracked event expenses to support grant reporting, program monitoring, and effective implementation of GEAR UP initiatives.
Education Outreach Coordinator (Remote)
Gerety Education Team
Fort Collins, Colorado
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed communication and outreach initiatives across the South, Southwest, and Southeast U.S., coordinating with schools and community organizations.
- Used project management and workflow tools such as Process Street and Notion to manage project timelines, tasks, deliverables, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Maintained databases to track outreach activities, participant engagement, and feedback.
- Coordinated with schools, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies to support the successful implementation of education outreach initiatives.
- Managed multiple projects, stakeholders, and deadlines to ensure timely and effective program implementation.
Instructional Coach (Hybrid)
UT Health
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 02.2026
- Managed and mentored a team of educators through coaching, professional development, and ongoing support, strengthening instructional practice and student outcomes.
- Designed and delivered professional learning on early literacy, language development, and vocabulary instruction aligned with evidence-based practices.
- Provided individualized instructional coaching to educators across Texas, supporting consistent program implementation and instructional effectiveness.
- Planned and facilitated literacy-focused school and family events, coordinating logistics and stakeholder communication to increase engagement.
- Tracked and analyzed program data and prepared grant reports to monitor outcomes, evaluate program effectiveness, and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
- Coordinated volunteer-driven initiatives, including logistics, budgeting, and community partnerships to expand early learning supports.
File Coordinator (Remote)
Honest Immigration
Moultrie, GA
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained effective communication and relationships with stakeholders and customers to support timely resolution of needs.
- Prioritized and delegated assignments while managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Collaborated with internal teams to coordinate and implement project solutions efficiently.
Two-Way Dual Language Teacher
Pine Shadows Elementary, Spring Branch ISD
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with a team to design and implement curriculum, activities, and instructional strategies for a diverse two-way dual language classroom.
- Mentored educators on the two-way dual language program model, instructional strategies, and effective teaching practices.
- Analyzed student data to guide instructional decisions and tailor learning experiences to individual needs.
- Designed and coordinated educational events for students and families to support engagement and learning.
One-Way Dual Language Teacher
Hollibrook Elementary, Spring Branch ISD
Houston, TX
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Implemented data-driven instructional strategies to improve student performance and academic growth in a one-way dual language classroom.
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with state standards using differentiated and language-supportive instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to support curriculum planning and effective instructional practices.
- Developed individualized academic, social, and linguistic goals with students based on their needs and progress.
Interventionist
Shadow Oaks - Spring Branch ISD
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Provided small-group intervention and instructional support based on student needs and academic data.
- Analyzed student data to develop differentiated instruction and monitor student progress.
- Created instructional materials and resources to support intervention goals.
- Mentored teachers on instructional strategies, content development, and effective teaching practices.
- Documented student progress and intervention plans to support ongoing instructional decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Teaching and Learning
University of Houston: Bilingual Generalist EC
12-2015
Skills
CORE COMPETENCIES
Project & Program Coordination, Grant Reporting & Data Monitoring, Stakeholder Engagement, Event Planning & Logistics, Professional Development, Family Engagement, College & Career Readiness, Postsecondary Planning, Process Improvement
TECHNOLOGY
Process Street, Notion, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
Certification
- Bilingual Generalist EC-6 PPR
- EC-12 Bilingual Education Supplemental
- BTLPT Spanish Core Subjects EC-6
- PALS Certified (Play and Learning Strategies)
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Professional References
Ashley Love
Previous Supervisor
Email: Alove@wested.org
Keisey Fumero
Previous Supervisor
Email: Keisey.Fumero@uth.tmc.edu
Hannah Sumrall
Previous Supervisor
Email: Hannah.L.Sumrall@gmail.com
Timeline
GEAR UP Site Coordinator
University Of Texas At Austin
02.2026 - Current
Education Outreach Coordinator (Remote)
Gerety Education Team
09.2025 - 02.2026
Instructional Coach (Hybrid)
UT Health
09.2022 - 02.2026
File Coordinator (Remote)
Honest Immigration
06.2021 - 03.2022
Two-Way Dual Language Teacher
Pine Shadows Elementary, Spring Branch ISD
08.2018 - 10.2021
One-Way Dual Language Teacher
Hollibrook Elementary, Spring Branch ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
Interventionist
Shadow Oaks - Spring Branch ISD
01.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Teaching and Learning
University of Houston: Bilingual Generalist EC