Mindi Westbrooks
Olympia,WA
Summary
Experienced compliance leader specializing in managing federally funded education programs to meet legal and regulatory standards. Skilled in developing and implementing compliance frameworks, monitoring adherence to requirements, and conducting risk-based evaluations. Strong track record of building partnerships with tribal, federal, and state stakeholders. Proficient in leading teams, delivering training, and using data to promote accountability and sustainable outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
BIE Program Manager
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2021 - Current
- Directed the administration of federally funded programs, ensuring compliance with the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), Washington State regulations, and federal accountability mandates.
- Increased Average Daily Attendance (ADA) by 39% in multiple academic years through the strategic implementation of evidence-based engagement practices and regulatory-aligned interventions.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Designed and maintained institutional compliance systems, including policies, procedures, and documentation aligned with legal and funding requirements.
- Conducted compliance audits, risk assessments, and data analysis to identify gaps and implement corrective actions with measurable outcomes.
- Served as liaison between school, tribal leadership, and government entities to align academic, social, and operational programs with legal and cultural standards.
- Led internal compliance monitoring and reporting, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and accountability across decentralized teams.
Administrator
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored school safety protocols and supervised adherence to campus policies.
- Facilitated training for staff on regulatory compliance in behavioral response systems and ensured consistent implementation.
- Strengthened communication systems with families and stakeholders to support shared accountability and student well-being.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Prepared records and data for regular audits.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Formulated detailed recommendations based on audit findings to support annual planning and definition of goals.
Reading Interventionist / Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator / Assessment Coordinator
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2018 - Current
- Directed the design and implementation of academic programs aligned with Common Core standards and evidence-based instructional practices.
- Led curriculum compliance efforts and coordinated state testing systems to ensure data integrity and equitable assessment outcomes.
- Conducted teacher coaching, performance reviews, and professional development to support instructional fidelity and compliance with state expectations.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to review student performance data and revise improvement plans to meet accountability standards.
Elementary Education Educator K-8
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2012 - 08.2018
- Delivered differentiated instruction that emphasized academic rigor, cultural relevance, and legal compliance with IEP/504 plans.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment that supported student growth, safety, and engagement in accordance with educational policies.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
Education
Principal Graduate Certificate -
Eastern Washington University
Spokane, WA06.2024
Master of Science - Reading Intervention & Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University
Portland, OR01.2019
Bachelor of Science - K-8 Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ01.2012
Skills
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance (Federal, State, Tribal)
- Risk Assessment & Corrective Action Planning
- Internal Monitoring & Program Auditing
- Policy Development & Documentation Standards
- Strategic Planning & Project Management
- Cross-Agency Stakeholder Collaboration
- Culturally Grounded Program Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Staff Training & Compliance Education
- Virtual/Remote Program Oversight
- Process improvement
- Strategic planning
- Administrative improvement
Timeline
Administrator
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2022 - Current
BIE Program Manager
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2021 - Current
Reading Interventionist / Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator / Assessment Coordinator
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2018 - Current
Elementary Education Educator K-8
Wa He Lut Indian School
08.2012 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Reading Intervention & Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - K-8 Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Principal Graduate Certificate -
Eastern Washington University
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