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Lindsey Rue

Indio, CA 92203

Summary

Dedicated College and Career Readiness Coordinator with a strong background in education and student services. Experienced in developing and implementing programs to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. Skilled in providing career counseling, organizing college fairs, and facilitating workshops to support students in achieving their academic and professional goals. Adept at collaborating with school staff, parents, and community partners to ensure students have the resources and guidance needed to succeed in their future endeavors. Passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and navigate the college and career planning process effectively.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

College and Career Readiness Coordinator

Coachella Valley Unified School District
10.2019
  • Led districtwide college and career readiness initiatives, designing and implementing comprehensive programs that prepared high school students for post-secondary success, including UC/CSU eligibility, CTE pathways, and dual enrollment alignment.
  • Expanded dual enrollment access through strategic partnerships with College of the Desert, CSUSB, and Imperial Valley College; coordinated course scheduling, instructor assignments, and student support services such as transportation, tutoring, and counseling.
  • Oversaw graduation policy revisions, transitioning the district from a Top 10 honors system to a Latin Honors system while preserving Valedictorian/Salutatorian distinctions; ensured equitable recognition through stakeholder engagement and policy alignment.
  • Directed summer school programs across multiple high schools, including original credit and credit recovery offerings, online platform integration (APEX and Subject), teacher training, and master scheduling to meet transcript and instructional hour requirements.
  • Implemented early college and career exploration through college fairs, industry panels, CCGI rollout, and AVID integration, ensuring early access for underrepresented and first-generation students.
  • Monitored student progress in meeting college and career readiness benchmarks using data tools and assessments, providing tailored interventions and guidance to support academic growth and pathway completion.
  • Collaborated with principals, counselors, and registrars to ensure transcript accuracy, clean-up of grade errors, and alignment with state reporting (CALPADS), prioritizing equity and long-term student outcomes.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental coordination, including professional development planning, grant application support, and policy implementation to drive districtwide improvement in secondary education outcomes.

Interim Director of Secondary Education

Coachella Valley Unified School District
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Collaborated with district administrators to develop and implement policies and procedures to improve secondary education outcomes
  • Facilitated professional development opportunities for secondary education staff to enhance teaching practices and student learning outcomes
  • Managed a team of 50+ teachers and staff members, providing guidance and support to ensure the smooth operation of secondary summer school
  • Led professional development initiatives for secondary educators to enhance instructional practices and student outcomes

Science Teacher

Coachella Valley Unified School District
08.2007 - 10.2019
  • Developed interactive and engaging lesson plans that catered to students' diverse learning styles and abilities
  • Utilized hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and multimedia resources to enhance student understanding and retention of scientific concepts
  • Fostered a safe and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and exploring scientific phenomena
  • Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum with state standards and incorporate real-world applications of scientific principles into lessons



Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Marketing

University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE
12-2024

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

California State University San Bernardino
Palm Desert, CA
06-2014

California Teaching Credential - Single Subject

Chapman University
Palm Desert, CA
12-2008

Skills

  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Collaboration and Leadership
  • Development and Implementation of College and Career Pathways
  • Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Support and Coaching
  • Subject knowledge
  • Attention to details
  • Creativity and Adaptability
  • Teamwork and Emotional Intelligence
  • Research and Problem-solving

Software

Microsoft Excel
Aeries SIS
Google Workspace Apps
Canva

Custom Section

  • Programs Committee
  • LCAP
  • Native American Parent Advisory Committee 
  • Data Team 
  • K14 Educational Consortium
  • Regional Plan Oversight
  • College Fair Core Planning Team
  • Business Engagement
  • K12 Regional Advisory

Timeline

Interim Director of Secondary Education

Coachella Valley Unified School District
04.2022 - 06.2022

College and Career Readiness Coordinator

Coachella Valley Unified School District
10.2019

Science Teacher

Coachella Valley Unified School District
08.2007 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration and Marketing

University of Nebraska

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

California State University San Bernardino

California Teaching Credential - Single Subject

Chapman University

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