Samuel B. Carrasco
Presidio
Summary
Director of Adult Education with extensive background in design, delivery and evaluation of complex educational programs. Successfully manages education program budgets, identifies areas of growth and coordinates events to promote Adult Education services. Demonstrated experience in organizing departmental initiatives and collaborating with educational leaders to make data-driven decisions.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Presidio ISD District Testing Coordinator
Presidio ISD
08.2020 - Current
- Trained and developed new testing team members and provided continuous mentoring.
- Enhanced testing efficiency by streamlining test coordination processes and procedures.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to enhance tester skills and knowledge, leading to more accurate results.
- Improved overall testing quality with thorough documentation practices and regular progress reports.
- Maintained a secure testing environment by enforcing strict adherence to confidentiality guidelines and security protocols.
- Uploaded test files on data systems for the district.
Director of Instruction Adult Education
Presidio ISD
08.2007 - Current
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to inform instruction, leading to measurable improvements in student outcomes.
- Streamlined instructional processes for improved efficiency by regularly reviewing and updating policies and procedures.
- Managed budget allocation for the instructional department, making strategic decisions to maximize resource use efficacy.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Championed the integration of technology into teaching practices, promoting digital literacy across all subjects.
Certified Elementary Self Contained 1-6
Presidio Elementary School
07.2006 - Current
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Certified Bilingual ESL-Spanish 1-6
Presidio ISD
07.2006 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Presidio Elementary Campus Testing Coordinator
Presidio ISD
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Served as a liaison between campus stakeholders involved in assessment processes, fostering collaboration among departments towards common goals.
- Contributed to the development of department goals and initiatives by participating actively in planning meetings and discussions.
- Developed student rosters for special testing conditions.
- Implemented technology solutions to streamline data collection and analysis related to student performance on assessments.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for test administration, fostering a consistent approach across the campus.
EL Civics Advisory Board Chair
Presidio ISD
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Led the board in developing strategic plans for organizational growth and sustainability.
- Evaluated board performance regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement appropriate changes.
EL Civics Coordinator
Presidio ISD
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
EL-Civics Instructor
03.2003 - 05.2005
Certified Trainer; Classroom Support Visits Team Leader
08.2002 - 05.2003
Instructor-ESOL
Odessa College
03.1998 - 01.2002
Student Teacher Mentor
Sul Ross State University
09.2001 - 12.2001
Substitute Teacher
K thru High School
08.1990 - 03.1991
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, Texas01.1998
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX01.1990
University of Texas At The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX07-1995
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Teacher training
- Assessment strategies
- Teaching methodologies
- Instructional leadership
- Recruitment strategies
- Budget administration
- Organizational leadership
- Project management
- Curriculum planning
- Policy implementation
- Community outreach
- Budget management
- School administration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Affiliations
- District Wide Educational Improvement Committee, 1999-2002
- Elementary Site Based Decision Making Committee, 1999-2003
- Elementary Master Mentor Teacher, 2002-2005
- West GREAT Advisory Board, 2005-2009
- Elected Official, City of Presidio, City Council Member, 2017-2020
- Presidio Childhood Education Coalition Member 2018-2021
- Presidio Childhood Education Coalition Board President 2018-2021
Honors And Certifications
- National Dean's List Multiple Year Recipient, 1987, 1989
- Presidents Honor List, San Antonio College, 1990
- Who's Who Among America's Teachers, 2005
- Cambridge Who's Who Among Executives and Professionals, 2007
- Teacher Certification Preparation Program, Midland, Texas, 2001
- BEST Plus Certified, 2001
- Texas Open Meetings Act Certification, 2017-2018
- Accuplacer Test Administrator Certified, 2023
- Accuplacer Test Proctor Certified, 2023
- Texas Reading Academy Administrator Certified, 2024
- Who's Who in America, 2025
Technology Related Training
- FCC Broadcasting License, Odessa, Texas, 1994-01-01
- Certified Participant Teacher Microsoft Intel Teach to the Future, Presidio, Texas, 2001-07-01
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Presidio Elementary Campus Testing Coordinator
Presidio ISD
07.2023 - 06.2025
Presidio ISD District Testing Coordinator
Presidio ISD
08.2020 - Current
Director of Instruction Adult Education
Presidio ISD
08.2007 - Current
Certified Elementary Self Contained 1-6
Presidio Elementary School
07.2006 - Current
Certified Bilingual ESL-Spanish 1-6
Presidio ISD
07.2006 - Current
EL Civics Advisory Board Chair
Presidio ISD
08.2005 - 08.2007
EL Civics Coordinator
Presidio ISD
08.2005 - 08.2007
EL-Civics Instructor
03.2003 - 05.2005
Certified Trainer; Classroom Support Visits Team Leader
08.2002 - 05.2003
Student Teacher Mentor
Sul Ross State University
09.2001 - 12.2001
Instructor-ESOL
Odessa College
03.1998 - 01.2002
Substitute Teacher
K thru High School
08.1990 - 03.1991
Bachelor of Arts -
Sul Ross State University
San Antonio College
University of Texas At The Permian Basin
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