Minerva Lopez De Jesus
Zapata
Summary
Educational leader with strong background in administration, curriculum development, and student engagement. Proven ability to foster collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Adept at adapting to evolving educational needs and ensuring that team meets high standards. Recognized for leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Zapata North Elementary School
Zapata, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Led instructional leadership initiatives to enhance teaching practices and improve student outcomes.
- Developed and implemented school improvement plans aligning with district goals and state standards.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Fostered a positive school climate through effective communication and collaboration with staff, students, and parents.
- Provided mentorship and professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive curriculum adjustments and targeted interventions for academic success.
- Streamlined administrative processes to increase operational efficiency within the school's daily functions.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Assistant Principal
Zapata North Elementary School
Zapata, TX
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Led campus to be the top performing school in the district in academics, attendance and staff morale
- Led instructional initiatives to improve curriculum design and delivery.
- Drove scholar potential through partnerships and targeted feedback to teachers, enhancing instructional skills.
- Led the team as RTI Coordinator to support MTSS, progress monitoring, and tier movement to increase student outcomes.
- Led 504 and ARD meetings for student support in ensuring accommodations and modifications are implemented timely and concisely for students with learning disabilities.
- Identified obstacles to achieving goals, directed staff support for students to exceed academic standards, and facilitated timely conflict resolution.
- Supervised core staff in implementation of DMAC assessment data collection system and ensured execution in accordance with team culture grounded in common goals, respect, and appreciation of diversity.
- Strategically revised outdated school-wide safety procedures as the School Safety Coordinator.
- Founded the InspirED Leadership Academy
7th/8th Grade RLA & Math Teacher
Zapata Middle School
Zapata, TX
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Provided subject matter expertise as highly qualified master teacher, enhancing student learning experiences.
- Developed and delivered instructional resources and materials, facilitating student achievement of instructional goals.
- Collaborated effectively with administrators, teachers, students, parents, and staff, fostering strong relationships to support a positive learning environment.
Education
Master of Education (MEd) - Educational Administration
Texas A&M International University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - International Economics
Texas A&M International University
Skills
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Leadership in instruction
- Data-driven teaching
- Employee assessments
- Educational staff supervision
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partnership & Collaboration
- Training & Team-Building
- Management Acumen
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Community relations
- Communication skills
- Leadership
Certification
- Principal
- EC-12
- Generalist & Math 4th-8th
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Principal
Zapata North Elementary School
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Zapata North Elementary School
01.2015 - 01.2023
7th/8th Grade RLA & Math Teacher
Zapata Middle School
01.2008 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - International Economics
Texas A&M International University
Master of Education (MEd) - Educational Administration
Texas A&M International University