Sara Dardeau
Austin,TX
Summary
Accomplished Assistant Principal with a proven track record at Pflugerville High School, enhancing student achievement through data-driven instruction and instructional leadership. Skilled in fostering parent engagement and communication, demonstrated by improved academic outcomes. Expert in restorative practices, ensuring a safe and positive learning environment. Enthusiastic Assistant Principal offering a 19 year history of supporting academic administration functions. Motivated to improve relationships among faculty, students and administrators. Personable and outgoing with skill in building rapport with diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Pflugerville High School
07.2017 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
Assistant Principal
Provan Opportunity Center
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Assistant Principal
Connally High School
07.2008 - 05.2014
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
Assistant Principal
Westwood High School
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Assistant Principal Intern
McNeil High School
07.2005 - 06.2006
- Managed student discipline matters such as coordinating parent meetings to comply with district and legal policies.
- Developed a comprehensive plan for addressing student attendance concerns, resulting in increased daily attendance rates and improved academic outcomes.
- Monitored student progress data to identify trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly for academic growth.
- Advised principal on student attendance and behavior.
Teacher
Cedar Valley Middle School
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX01.2006
Master of Arts - Teaching
Austin College
Sherman, TX01.2002
Bachelor of Arts - English And Psychology
Austin College
Sherman, TX05.2000
Skills
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Instructional Leadership
- Student and parent relations
- Restorative Practices
Certification
- T-TESS certified
- SSSP trained; member of campus SSSP committee
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Pflugerville High School
07.2017 - Current
Assistant Principal
Provan Opportunity Center
07.2014 - 06.2017
Assistant Principal
Connally High School
07.2008 - 05.2014
Assistant Principal
Westwood High School
07.2006 - 07.2008
Assistant Principal Intern
McNeil High School
07.2005 - 06.2006
Teacher
Cedar Valley Middle School
08.2001 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
University of Texas At Austin
Master of Arts - Teaching
Austin College
Bachelor of Arts - English And Psychology
Austin College
- T-TESS certified
- SSSP trained; member of campus SSSP committee
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