Lou Ann Sarachene
McAllen,TX
Summary
Experienced Project Administrator proficient in managing
non-profit organization operations with exceptional team building skills, project coordination and analytical problem-solving skills. Optimizes resource use to achieve challenging targets. Diplomatic in resolving disputes and coordinating diverse teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Administrator
David's Legacy Foundation
06.2022 - Current
- Educational Presentations and Workshops: Deliver informative workshops, presentations, and seminars on cyberbullying and all forms of bullying, its effects, prevention, Texas Law, and strategies for students, parents, and staff to respond. Presentations are tailored for different audiences, including students, parents, teachers and staff, school board members, law enforcement, and community members.
- Awareness Campaigns: Plan and organize events in collaboration with school district personnel to educate their school communities about the dangers of cyberbullying and forms of bullying among school aged/young adults. Educational materials are created and presented to reach a larger audience and promote peace.
- Texas Law and Prevention: Provide guidance on Texas Law/David's Law and provide guidance on how to implement policies and prevention strategies. Collaborate with school personnel to discuss ways for improving the implementation of a school wide anti-bullying awareness programs using Texas Law/David's Law.
- Resources: Provide resources from David's Legacy Foundation Website and share support services that can help students, parents, and school personnel cope with the issues of bullying and cyberbullying.
- Collaboration: Collaborate to ensure presentations meet the needs of school district, law enforcement team, or community organization. Ensure that presentations are up-to-date and are current with the latest statistics and trends.
- Advocacy: Engage in efforts to eliminate bullying and cyberbullying in schools by promoting and educating on the KOLA Act: Kids Online Safety Act that is currently in the hands of our state legislators.
Director for School Counseling
Sharyland Independent School District
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Managed the school counseling department of 32 counselors.
- Promoted academic, social, and emotional well-being of students, staff, and employees.
- Provided leadership and professional development for the counseling department.
- Developed strategies for aligning the comprehensive school counseling program to the district's mission.
- Developed and helped write our district's guidance curriculum for all grade levels including college and career readiness and social and emotional learning.
Principal/Head of School Ruben Hinojosa Elementary
Sharyland Independent School District
02.2015 - 06.2021
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Managed a budget of $100,000 plus.
- Provided direction for vision, mission, and core values to the school community, teachers, staff, students, and district staff.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the school including facilities, maintenance, scheduling, budget management, and school safety.
- Assisted teachers in curriculum development ensuring alignment to state objectives (TEKS) and state testing (STAAR).
- Supervised and evaluated teaching staff and provided support, feedback, and professional development opportunities for teachers to improve their teaching and learning skills.
- Focused on developing strong relationships with parents and the community. Engaged parents in learning about school activities, educational goals of the school and their child, provided parents with resources to help their child succeed at school in all content areas.
- Ensured school operations were compliant with federal, state, and local education laws and regulations.
- Ensured ALL students were successful and met reading and math goals each year in each grade level.
Director for HR
Sharyland Independent School District
02.2013 - 04.2015
- Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
- Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
- Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
- Collaborated on hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation.
- Coordinated substitute teacher hiring and onboarding process.
- Conducted a salary analysis for two years to ensure employees were earning competitive salaries compared to other local school districts.
- Served as the Level 1 and 2 hearing officer for grievance hearings.
- Presented to the school board on Level 3 grievance hearings.
Principal of Dr. Pablo Perez Elementary
McAllen Independent School District
07.2008 - 06.2013
- Developed International Baccalaureate curriculum that vertically and horizontally aligned with the main focus of reading and writing.
- Aligned curriculum to develop students who are intellectually curious, culturally aware, and prepared for the global society.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Provided professional development in the International Baccalaureate for teachers, parents, students, and the community.
Assistant Principal McAllen High School
McAllen Independent School District
10.2004 - 06.2008
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Developed and wrote curriculum for reading and writing, English 1 and 2.
- Provided professional development for special education and 504 services.
- Collaborated with campus police officers regarding school safety.
- Conducted hearings and removals for students referred to an alternative school place.
Education
No Degree - Principal Certification
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX06.2001
Master's in Education - Guidance And Counseling
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education With Concentration in Reading
Kent State University
Kent, OH06.1992
Skills
- Effective and inspiring presenter
- Strong collaborator
- Problem Solver
- Strong communication skills
- Process Improvement Initiatives
- Program Framework
- Continuous Improvement Process
Timeline
Project Administrator
David's Legacy Foundation
06.2022 - Current
Director for School Counseling
Sharyland Independent School District
06.2021 - 06.2022
Principal/Head of School Ruben Hinojosa Elementary
Sharyland Independent School District
02.2015 - 06.2021
Director for HR
Sharyland Independent School District
02.2013 - 04.2015
Principal of Dr. Pablo Perez Elementary
McAllen Independent School District
07.2008 - 06.2013
Assistant Principal McAllen High School
McAllen Independent School District
10.2004 - 06.2008
No Degree - Principal Certification
University of Texas Pan American
Master's in Education - Guidance And Counseling
University of Texas Pan American
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education With Concentration in Reading
Kent State University
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