Linda Aguillón
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Passionate and seasoned educational professional with 25 years of expertise in multilingual learners, dual language programs, and adult education. Adept at designing equitable learning environments and engaging community stakeholders. Recently elected as a school board member at Castleberry ISD, highlighting a steadfast commitment to educational excellence and community involvement. Known for a proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to quickly adapt and learn. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and a results-oriented mindset, contributing effectively to dynamic teams and advancing organizational goals. Dedicated to continuous learning and innovation, leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve complex problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Professional Learning
Summit K12
, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Leadership and Team Growth: Spearheaded the Professional Development team, focusing on growth, wellness, and effective project management
- Championed initiatives that elevate educational practices and foster professional growth for educators
- Large-Scale Project Management: Directed substantial educational projects, promoting stakeholder consensus and closely monitoring progress to ensure project objectives are met
- Implemented strategies to improve learning outcomes for both K-12 and adult learners
- Systemic Improvement and Innovation: Leveraged improvement science methodologies to analyze and enhance educational systems
- Facilitated continuous learning cycles to drive innovation and efficacy in adult education
- Sales and Outreach Support: Presented at national conferences and showcased educational solutions to potential partners
- Played a pivotal role in expanding the company's presence in the adult learning sector
- Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Led the recruitment and onboarding of new team members, emphasizing multilingual learner support and systemic transformation to improve educational services for adult learners
- Professional Development and Mentorship: Guided and mentored coaches in English Language Development and literacy instruction
- Developed and delivered professional development content, ensuring impactful learning experiences for educators
- Strategic Planning and Delivery: Collaborated with partners to deliver strategic planning sessions, ensuring successful implementation and sustainability of professional development programs.
Director of Academic Design
American Reading Company
01.2018 - 04.2023
- Team Leadership and Competency Enhancement: Led the Texas team, conducting regular check-ins to enhance coaching competencies and drive professional development
- Directed efforts to improve instructional practices for adult learners
- Project Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement: Managed comprehensive educational projects, achieving consensus among stakeholders and meticulously tracking progress
- Implemented data-driven strategies to enhance learning environments for adult learners
- Systemic Analysis and Learning Cycles: Utilized improvement science to study and enhance educational systems, promoting a culture of continuous improvement in adult education
- Literacy Instruction and Leadership: Provided extensive literacy instruction and leadership support, facilitating Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and data meetings focused on adult education
- Ensured that professional development activities were aligned with the needs of adult learners
- Tailored Professional Development: Delivered customized professional development sessions for educators and school leaders, focusing on instructional and content areas relevant to adult learners.
Data Analyst
Fort Worth ISD, Washington Heights Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2018
Dual Language Coordinator / Instructional Coach
Castleberry ISD
01.2014 - 01.2017
Language Teacher
Castleberry ISD
01.2012 - 01.2014
Literacy Coach
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2012
Language Teacher
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
01.2003 - 01.2007
2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher
M.H. Moore Elementary School
01.1998 - 01.2003
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Texas
Arlington01.2013
Bachelor of Arts -
Texas Wesleyan University
01.1998
Associate - Arts
Tarrant County Junior College
01.1996
Skills
- Educator Certifications
- Elementary Self-Contained, Grades 1-8
- Elementary Bilingual/ESL Spanish, Grades 1-8
References
References Available upon request.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Elementary Bilingual/ESL - Spanish, Grades 1-8
- Elementary Self- Contained, Grades 1-8
Accomplishments
- Castleberry ISD School Board Trustee
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Professional Learning
Summit K12
05.2023 - Current
Director of Academic Design
American Reading Company
01.2018 - 04.2023
Data Analyst
Fort Worth ISD, Washington Heights Elementary
01.2017 - 01.2018
Dual Language Coordinator / Instructional Coach
Castleberry ISD
01.2014 - 01.2017
Language Teacher
Castleberry ISD
01.2012 - 01.2014
Literacy Coach
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2012
Language Teacher
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
01.2003 - 01.2007
2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher
M.H. Moore Elementary School
01.1998 - 01.2003
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Texas
Bachelor of Arts -
Texas Wesleyan University
Associate - Arts
Tarrant County Junior College