LECIA EUBANKS
Seabrook,TX
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4029
4029
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Executive Director of Academic Programs
Teach Us Educational Preparation Program
11.2024 - Current
- Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic programs to ensure alignment with institutional goals and industry best practices.
- Lead a cross-functional team in the design and execution of engaging, data-driven professional learning experiences that enhance educator effectiveness.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with higher education institutions (IHEs) and other stakeholders to expand program reach and impact.
- Develop assessment frameworks and utilize analytics to measure program success, inform strategic decisions, and drive instructional excellence.
- Oversee accreditation and quality assurance efforts, ensuring programs meet or exceed industry and regulatory standards.
Director of Learning and Assessment
Teach Us Educational Preparation Program
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Led the design and implementation of curriculum and assessment initiatives, integrating evidence-based teaching methodologies and educational technology.
- Developed and facilitated professional learning experiences, ensuring alignment with adult learning principles and educator needs.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to assess program effectiveness and refine instructional strategies.
- Implemented data analytics tools to track learning outcomes and enhance content development.
Educational Consultant
Teach Us Educational Preparation Program
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Designed instructional content and assessments, leveraging best practices in curriculum development.
- Created and facilitated professional development workshops for educators and instructional leaders.
- Developed synchronous and asynchronous learning materials, ensuring accessibility and engagement.
- Conducted program evaluations and quality assurance reviews.
Texas Scoring Director
Pearson, Teacher Certification Evaluation Systems
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Managed large-scale assessment scoring initiatives, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and alignment with state certification standards.
- Provided strategic leadership and guidance to scoring teams, ensuring the effective implementation of evaluation criteria.
- Developed and facilitated professional development sessions to support scoring staff and assessment teams.
District-Level Curriculum Coordinator
Crosby Independent School District
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Designed and led district-wide professional learning initiatives, supporting educator growth and instructional excellence.
- Developed comprehensive assessment tools to measure student progress and instructional impact.
- Provided instructional coaching and support, working closely with teachers, administrators, and district leaders.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of curriculum initiatives, ensuring alignment with district priorities.
Principal
Dayton ISD/Galena Park ISD
01.2011 - 12.2018
- Led instructional leadership efforts, ensuring alignment with best practices in curriculum, instruction, and professional learning.
- Developed and facilitated educator training and professional development programs focused on instructional strategies, technology integration, and student engagement.
- Managed campus-wide instructional initiatives, ensuring program effectiveness and alignment with district and state standards.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, empowering educators to enhance student outcomes.
Education
Ph.D. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston 05.2001 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Educational Management
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University
Houston12-2002
Skills
Staff management
Budgeting and financial management
Project management
Strategic planning
Innovation and creativity
Relationship building
Education
Public speaking
Communications strategy
Problem-solving
Time management
Certification
Superintendent (EC-12)
Conference Presentations
- L. Eubanks, M. Giles, S. Baker, J. Willis, Social Media as an Educational Tool Among Preservice Teachers., Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) 2021 Conference, 04/21, Online
- L. Eubanks, Swimming in the STEM Pool with Project-Based Teaching., 12th Annual Texas STEM Conference, 02/19
- L. Eubanks, STEM in Elementary: Spooky STEMoween, Jolly DeSTEMber..., 11th Annual Texas STEM Conference, 02/18
Publications
- Eubanks, L., Giles, M., Baker, S., Willis, J., Social media as an educational tool among preservice teachers., In E. Langran & L. Archambault (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (pp. 1722-1737). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)., 2021
- Eubanks, L., Examining the role of social media as an educational tool among pre-service teachers [Doctoral dissertation, University of Houston-Clear Lake]., 2020
- Baker, S., Eubanks, L., Lastrapes, R., Willis, J., Social media collaborative spaces: Building bridges to just-in-time training., In Ferdig, R.E., Baumgartner, E., Hartshorne, R., Kaplan-Rakowski, R. & Mouza, C. (Eds.) Teaching, technology, and teacher education during the COVID-19 pandemic: Stories from the field (pp. 289-293). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)., 2020
Honors And Awards
- Dr. Sandra Mossman Outstanding Dissertation Award, University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2020-2021
- Harvard Leadership Program - Raise Your Hand Texas Finalist, 2018
- HEB Principal Excellence in Education State Semi-Finalist, 2016
Timeline
Executive Director of Academic Programs
Teach Us Educational Preparation Program
11.2024 - Current
Director of Learning and Assessment
Teach Us Educational Preparation Program
10.2023 - 11.2024
Educational Consultant
Teach Us Educational Preparation Program
11.2022 - 10.2023
Texas Scoring Director
Pearson, Teacher Certification Evaluation Systems
01.2022 - 12.2022
District-Level Curriculum Coordinator
Crosby Independent School District
01.2019 - 12.2022
Principal
Dayton ISD/Galena Park ISD
01.2011 - 12.2018
Ph.D. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Houston-Clear Lake
05.2001 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Educational Management
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas State University