Sandra Gonzales
Batesville Elementary School Principal
Uvalde,TX
Summary
Organizational leader and educational administrator offering 39 years of experience in elementary school leadership in different capacities. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs for student achievement. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Batesville Elementary School Principal
Uvalde CISD
03.2021 - Current
- Monitored compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to ensure a safe and lawful educational environment for all stakeholders.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
- Developed a comprehensive strategic plan that guided the school''s direction while adhering to state standards and requirements.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align school goals and initiatives with the broader educational vision.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Evaluated teacher performance using objective measures and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in instructional practices.
- Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.
- Implemented innovative technology solutions to enhance teaching methods and improve overall student achievement.
- Spearheaded school-wide initiatives aimed at reducing the achievement gap among diverse student populations by targeting specific areas of need through targeted interventions.
- Mentored new teachers through observation feedback sessions, contributing to their growth as educators within the school system.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Increased parent involvement by organizing events, workshops, and regular communication channels to keep families informed and engaged.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
Director of Advanced Academics and GT Services
Uvalde CISD
07.2016 - 02.2021
Anthon Elementary School Principal
Uvalde CISD
07.2013 - 06.2016
Batesville Elementary School Principal
Uvalde CISD
06.2009 - 07.2013
Campus Instructional Coach
Uvalde CISD
06.1999 - 07.2009
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students having difficulties or falling behind.
- Coordinated school-wide events including parent-teacher conferences, open houses, literacy nights, enriching community connections.
- Championed a growth mindset among staff by promoting reflective practices and encouraging educators to take risks in their instruction.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Promoted continuous improvement in teaching practices by leading professional learning communities focused on best practices and research-based strategies.
- Increased student engagement through the implementation of innovative teaching techniques and resources.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated collaborative planning sessions for grade-level teams to establish learning goals and align curriculum across subjects.
Classroom Teacher
Uvalde CISD
07.1985 - 06.1999
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Reading Teacher Education
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Active Listening
Effective Communication
Professionalism
Relationship building and networking
Inclusive Environment
Instructional Leadership
Team Bonding
Coaching and Mentoring
Faculty Collaboration
Team building
Student achievement
Excellent Communication
Timeline
Batesville Elementary School Principal
Uvalde CISD
03.2021 - Current
Director of Advanced Academics and GT Services
Uvalde CISD
07.2016 - 02.2021
Anthon Elementary School Principal
Uvalde CISD
07.2013 - 06.2016
Batesville Elementary School Principal
Uvalde CISD
06.2009 - 07.2013
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Sul Ross State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Reading Teacher Education
Sul Ross State University
05.2001 -
Campus Instructional Coach
Uvalde CISD
06.1999 - 07.2009
Classroom Teacher
Uvalde CISD
07.1985 - 06.1999