Sara Langley
Magnolia
Summary
Talented administrative leader with over 6 years of experience in the education sector backed by significant project management and sales experience. An effective communicator skilled at developing and implementing academic programs to create high-quality learning environments. Exceptional relationship building skills with a track record for developing meaningful partnerships with major community stakeholders. An articulate public speaker with strong presentation and facilitation abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Tomball ISD
07.2021 - Current
- Led weekly meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
- Established operational policies, procedures, standards, and objectives in alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed human resource functions such as recruitment, onboarding,performance reviews, terminations.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures to support compliance.
- Conducted yearly assessments of employees' performance to identify areas of improvement, growth plans, and provide individualized feedback.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities for staff.
- Trained staff on effective techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification increasing classroom effectiveness by 30%.
- Established data-driven decision making processes that resulted in improved employee performance by 25%.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards for a variety of staff.
- Collected and analyzed survey data, regulatory information and data on demographic and employment trends to forecast needs.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Managed the daily operations of multiple departments to maximize efficiency.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Maintained professional working relationships and promoted open lines of communication with cross functional teams leading to a 90% effective rate amongst staff.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Managed the operations of a large team, overseeing daily activities and long-term projects.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every stakeholder by leveraging extensive knowledge of situations and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
Assistant Principal Intern
Clear Creek ISD
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to over 40 employees.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences for adult learners increasing instructional effectiveness by 25%.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program for over30 new staff.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Supported employee relations, cultivating retention with welcoming and inclusive work culture increasing retention by 60%.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
- Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
- Created training programs and instructional materials to further educate personnel.
- Developed training programs to meet company objectives.
- Collaborated with management to identify company training needs and scheduling.
- Developed effective training manuals, modules and teaching aids.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Trained and mentored over 60 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Responded to stakeholder requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
- Established operational policies, procedures, standards, and objectives in alignment with organizational goals.
- Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
Teacher
Clear Creek & Santa Fe ISD
01.2013 - 07.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Trained faculty members on the proper usage of new technologies within the school setting.
- Wrote a school-wide grant awarding over $5,000 for a campus beautification project.
- Drove school-wide initiatives to foster leadership skills in both staff and students increasing culture and climate of organization.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge of colleagues by creating and delivering instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed effective training manuals, modules and teaching aids.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Technology Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont12-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Assistance And Administration
University of Houston- Victoria
Victoria12-2012
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX12-2011
Skills
- Group Facilitation, Training and Presentations
- Policy and Procedure development
- Data Analysis and Program Development
- Organizational Leadership
- Personnel Reviews/Performance Evaluations
- Staff Interviewing, Hiring and Onboarding
- Multitasking/Problem Solving
- Compassion and empathy
- Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams
- Organizational development
- Public speaking
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Tomball ISD
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal Intern
Clear Creek ISD
07.2019 - 07.2021
Teacher
Clear Creek & Santa Fe ISD
01.2013 - 07.2019
Master of Arts - Educational Technology Leadership
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Assistance And Administration
University of Houston- Victoria
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Alvin Community College
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