Rolando DeLuna
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Salado Middle School, enhancing student discipline and boosting standardized test scores through data-driven strategies. Skilled in relationship building and budget management, I foster collaborative environments that drive instructional excellence and empower staff development. Bilingual proficiency enhances communication with diverse stakeholders.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Salado Middle School
Salado, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Led school-wide initiatives that increased standardized test scores through targeted interventions and data-driven instruction
- Improved student discipline by implementing a discipline framework that reduced referrals and promoted conflict resolution and accountability among students.
- Created and facilitated teacher-led planning and professional learning committees to align curriculum, share best practices, and drive continuous instructional improvement across grade levels.
Assistant Principal
Tippit Middle School
Georgetown, TX
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals
- Guided planning learning committees and fostered team building among staff members
Principal
Bluebonnet Trail Elementary IB World School
, TX
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Transitioned an improvement-required campus to an 'A' rated campus per TEA
- Oversaw compliance with district policies, success of instructional programs, and operation of all campus activities
- Led the campus to an International Baccalaureate authorization of the Primary Years Program
Assistant Principal
Pioneer Crossing Elementary School
, TX
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
Associate Principal
Decker Elementary School
, TX
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted campus principal with improvement-required documentation and planning
- Collaborated with district personnel to establish and maintain channels of communication
- Provided teachers and students with the resources and support necessary for professional/academic growth
- LPAC coordinator and TELPAS testing administrator
Assistant Principal
Decker Middle School
, TX
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Provided instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals
- Fostered collegiality and team building among staff members
- Established two-way communication with superintendent, principal, staff, students, parents, and community
Boys' Athletic Coordinator/Coach
Decker Middle School
, TX
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Coordinated all 7th and 8th grade boys' sports in addition to coaching track and football
- Ensured all sports were played in compliance with UIL rules and regulations
- Assisted Varsity high football coaches and participated in weekly scouting and reporting assignments
7th Grade Texas History Teacher
Decker Middle School
, TX
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Excellent classroom management skills resulted in high scores district wide
- Utilized variety of instructional methods including technology, small group discussions, games, and teamwork
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging lesson plans for students
Football/Basketball Coach
Bessie Coleman Middle School
Cedar Hill, TX
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Assisted Varsity football, basketball, and track at Cedar Hill High School
- Established a parents’ night for all sports
Education
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXBachelor of Arts - History
University of Texas
Arlington, TXSkills
- Leadership and staff development
- Relationship building and networking
- Budget management
- Communication expertise
- Bilingual proficiency
Timeline
Principal
Salado Middle School
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal
Tippit Middle School
08.2022 - 12.2023
Principal
Bluebonnet Trail Elementary IB World School
08.2017 - 08.2022
Assistant Principal
Pioneer Crossing Elementary School
08.2014 - 08.2016
Associate Principal
Decker Elementary School
08.2013 - 08.2014
Assistant Principal
Decker Middle School
08.2011 - 08.2013
Boys' Athletic Coordinator/Coach
Decker Middle School
08.2009 - 08.2011
7th Grade Texas History Teacher
Decker Middle School
08.2009 - 08.2011
Football/Basketball Coach
Bessie Coleman Middle School
08.2007 - 08.2009
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Texas
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