Sarah Evans
Dickinson,TX
Summary
Strong instructional leader with experience across multiple districts, driving innovative curriculum initiatives. Successfully managed diverse teams, enhancing professional development and student performance through data-driven strategies. Expertise in technology integration and personalized learning fosters a collaborative environment focused on educational excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Curriculum Coordinator – K-12 Math & Science
Texas City ISD
Texas City, Texas
07.2021 - Current
- Organized and created district curriculum documents for K-12 math and science courses.
- Guided content area specialists in curriculum project completion to ensure alignment with district standards.
- Create district wide assessments and disaggregate the data for instructional impact.
- Led team of specialists in monthly professional development sessions to enhance instructional practices.
- Provided coaching to teachers and specialists in specific areas.
- Attend grade level content team meetings and follow-up with classroom coaching visits.
Standards & Suitability Alignment Manager
SAFAL Partners
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Led seven teams (4 standards teams of 5 members each and 3 suitability teams of 3 members each) through the IMRA review process, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
- Oversaw team members' progress with weekly Zoom meetings and daily communication to maintain engagement and accountability.
- Facilitated asynchronous trainings and effectively presented key insights to teams, enhancing their understanding of the material.
Dean of Instruction
McAdams Junior High, Dickinson ISD
Dickinson, Texas
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed master schedule aligning student needs with instructional goals.
- Facilitated PLC meetings across all content areas, incorporating follow-up walk-throughs to enhance instructional practices.
- Oversaw the administration of local and state tests.
- Managed the AVID program operations.
- Created agendas and ran faculty meetings.
- Conducted meetings with parents and students to discuss academic progress and strategies for improvement.
Instructional Specialist – Intermediate Mathematics
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena, Texas
05.2016 - 07.2021
- Managed team of CCS’s and Campus Coaches by guiding weekly professional development sessions.
- Facilitated PLC meetings on campuses, conducting follow-up walk-throughs based on meeting objectives.
- Created and presented professional development for teachers and administrators.
- Attended statewide and national trainings, sharing insights with teams through tailored professional development sessions.
- Contributed to a team that collaborated with an outside firm on our Portrait of a Graduate.
Campus Content Specialist
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena, Texas
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Led PLCs for all grade levels to align instruction and implement rigorous common assessments, enhancing instructional coherence.
- Facilitated vertical meetings with middle school to align common academic vocabulary, promoting continuity in language across grade levels.
- Facilitated communication between teachers and administrators to streamline processes and support instructional initiatives.
- Created and edited campus assessments and district CBAs.
Math Teacher/Math Department Head
Pasadena ISD
Pasadena, Texas
08.2004 - 07.2012
- Assumed leadership as department head in second year of teaching, guiding curriculum development and team initiatives.
- Collaborated with team to elevate SMI from lowest to highest performing math program in the district.
- Maintained high student performance on state assessments, typically being one of the top performing teachers in the district.
Education
PRINCIPAL LEADERSHIP -
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12-2018
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Instructional Technology
University of Houston Clear Lake
Houston, TX12-2012
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Interdisciplinary Studies 4-8 Math & Science
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2004
Skills
- Standards compliance
- Compliance oversight
- Curriculum alignment
- Learning assessment
- Educational leadership
- Project coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Task delegation
- Technology integration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Student engagement
- Behavioral management
- Instructional strategies
- Relationship management
Certification
- Principal Certification EC-12, 2018-2027
- T-TESS Certified, 2016-2027
- Mathematics/Science Grades 4-8, 2004-2027
- PMP Certification, In-Progress, Spring 2026
Volunteer Experience
- Texas Bowl, Hospitality/Transportation Committee, 2017-present
- American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life, Online Sponsor Chair, 2016, Event Chair, 2015, Online Chair, 2013 & 2014
- Muscular Dystrophy Association, Telethon Volunteer, 1999, 2003, 2009, Summer Camp Counselor, 1997-2006
Professional Development
- CAMT Presenter, San Antonio, TX, 07/2025
- PLC at Work, San Antonio, July 2023
- Mathematics in a PLC at Work, San Antonio, TX, 12/2018
- Leading Forward, Dallas, TX, 06/2018
- RTI, New Orleans, LA, Fall 2017
- TASM, Austin, 2016-2021, 2023-2026
- Mathematics in a PLC at Work, Orlando, FL, 12/2015
Timeline
Standards & Suitability Alignment Manager
SAFAL Partners
04.2025 - 01.2026
Curriculum Coordinator – K-12 Math & Science
Texas City ISD
07.2021 - Current
Dean of Instruction
McAdams Junior High, Dickinson ISD
07.2021 - 06.2023
Instructional Specialist – Intermediate Mathematics
Pasadena ISD
05.2016 - 07.2021
Campus Content Specialist
Pasadena ISD
08.2012 - 05.2016
Math Teacher/Math Department Head
Pasadena ISD
08.2004 - 07.2012
PRINCIPAL LEADERSHIP -
Lamar University
MASTER OF SCIENCE - Instructional Technology
University of Houston Clear Lake
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Interdisciplinary Studies 4-8 Math & Science
Texas A&M University