LuAnn M. Baker-Allen
El Paso
Summary
Education professional with strong foundation in school administration and leadership. Known for fostering positive learning environment and supporting both staff and students. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, with skills in conflict resolution and curriculum development.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Clint Independent School District
El Paso, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting inclusive practices and supporting diverse learning needs.
- Acted as Testing Coordinator for Spring STAAR testing as well as MAP Growth testing in the beginning, middle, and end of the year.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Instructional Coach
Ysleta Independent School District
El Paso, TX
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators to analyze curriculum effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Facilitated professional development sessions focused on best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Provided ongoing support and coaching to teachers, fostering a culture of collaborative learning.
- Mentored new instructional staff, promoting adherence to district educational standards and practices.
- Leveraged data analysis to inform instructional decisions and improve classroom practices.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating with administrators, staff, and parents on various initiatives.
- Built Advisory classes to provide intervention to meet HB4545/1416 hour requirements.
Language Arts Teacher
Ysleta I.S.D., El Paso, Texas
El Paso, Texas
08.2003 - 06.2022
- Eastwood Middle School (2012-2022)
- Edgemere Elementary School (2008-2012)
- Hillcrest Middle school (2003-2008)
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Integrated technology tools to facilitate interactive and collaborative learning experiences.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and critical thinking.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that promoted literacy across subjects.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional best practices.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage all learners in active participation during lessons.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication between students, parents, and school staff.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to refine instructional strategies for improved student outcomes over time.
- Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and one-on-one tutoring, fostering academic improvement.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect among students and staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and academic needs.
- Led parent-teacher conferences effectively, discussing student achievements while addressing any concerns regarding learning goals or behavioral issues in the classroom setting.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through attending workshops, conferences, and collaborating with peers in the education community.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments, and standardized tests.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
Paralegal
Law Offices of Carl T. Johnson, P.C., El Paso, Texas
El Paso, Texas
07.1995 - 06.2003
- Prepared professional legal documents, interacting with clients via telephone and in-person, assessing client needs.
- Transcribed memos and various documents dictated by the attorney.
Substitute Teacher
Ysleta I.S.D., El Paso, Texas
El Paso, Texas
01.1995 - 05.1995
- Followed lesson plans left by the teachers.
- Taught all subjects and ages 5 to 18.
Education
M. Ed. - Administration - ILD and PDAS certification
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, Texas05-2007
Alternative Certification and BBA - Cert. Program completed and Computer Information Systems
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, Texas05-2004
Alternative Certification and BBA - Cert. Program completed and Computer Information Systems
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, Texas12-1994
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Student and parent relations
- Parent communication
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Clint Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
Instructional Coach
Ysleta Independent School District
06.2022 - 06.2024
Language Arts Teacher
Ysleta I.S.D., El Paso, Texas
08.2003 - 06.2022
Paralegal
Law Offices of Carl T. Johnson, P.C., El Paso, Texas
07.1995 - 06.2003
Substitute Teacher
Ysleta I.S.D., El Paso, Texas
01.1995 - 05.1995
Alternative Certification and BBA - Cert. Program completed and Computer Information Systems
University of Texas at El Paso
Alternative Certification and BBA - Cert. Program completed and Computer Information Systems
University of Texas at El Paso
M. Ed. - Administration - ILD and PDAS certification
Sul Ross State University
AWARDS
Teacher of the Year 2019-2020