SARAH SCHULMAN
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Senior academic administrator with 12+ years of experience leading program evaluation, curriculum design, and data-informed improvement initiatives across K–12 and higher education settings. Proven ability to analyze learning outcomes, develop assessment systems, and translate data into actionable strategies that enhance program effectiveness and student success. Experienced in faculty development, accreditation-aligned practices, and cross-functional collaboration within complex academic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Education Director
New Mexico International School
Albuquerque, NM
01.2021 - Current
- Led academic program management and evaluation systems supporting 430+ students, contributing to 20%+ enrollment growth, program expansion, and improved student success outcomes.
- Designed and implemented faculty evaluation and professional development systems aligned with International Baccalaureate (IB) and bilingual education frameworks, strengthening instructional quality and program consistency.
- Directed and supervised a 30+ member instructional team, overseeing performance management, faculty development, and coaching systems to improve instructional effectiveness and staff retention.
- Developed and operationalized program evaluation and data analysis systems, leveraging student performance data to support data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement in learning outcomes.
- Established and led a two-year teacher mentorship program, enhancing onboarding processes, faculty support, and early-career teacher retention.
- Facilitated institution-wide faculty development initiatives focused on instructional design, culturally responsive pedagogy, and student engagement, increasing instructional capacity and alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to align academic programming, student support services, and operational processes, improving student engagement and institutional effectiveness.
- Presented program outcomes, performance analytics, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the governing board, informing strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
Spanish Instructor
Albuquerque Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed engaging and culturally relevant lesson plans to foster students' proficiency in Spanish language and culture.
- Utilized technology tools such as interactive whiteboards and educational software to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum standards and assessments.
Adjunct Professor
University of New Mexico
College Of Education & Human Sciences
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Designed and delivered a Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)-accredited licensure-preparation course, equipping preservice teachers with competencies aligned to state certification requirements, classroom readiness, and program completion standards.
- Assessed student learning outcomes using authentic, performance-based evaluations within the TK20 learning management system to monitor progress and support program effectiveness.
- Collaborated with College of Education faculty and academic leadership to align curriculum with New Mexico state standards and accreditation requirements.
- Partnered with cross-functional academic departments to develop workshops, align course expectations, and enhance preservice teacher success, retention, and licensure attainment.
Teaching Associate
University of New Mexico
College Of Education & Human Sciences
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Designed and delivered a Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)-accredited licensure-preparation course, preparing 10+ preservice teachers per semester with competencies aligned to state certification requirements, classroom readiness, and program completion standards.
- Assessed student learning outcomes using authentic, performance-based evaluations within the TK20 learning management system, tracking progress for 20+ students annually and supporting data-informed program effectiveness
- Collaborated with College of Education faculty and academic leadership to align curriculum with New Mexico state standards and accreditation requirements, strengthening program quality and compliance
- Partnered with cross-functional academic departments to develop workshops and align course expectations, supporting improved student retention, licensure attainment, and program completion outcomes
Assistant & Interim Program Coordinator
University of New Mexico
Department Of Spanish & Portuguese
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Directed student placement and assessment processes for Spanish language programs, evaluating and placing 100+ students annually into appropriate academic pathways (heritage vs. second language), supporting student success and improving course alignment and retention.
- Led training and supervision of 10–15+ graduate teaching assistants per academic year, providing coaching in instructional design and student-centered pedagogy, resulting in improved instructional quality and consistency across course sections.
- Provided academic advising and mentorship to 100+ undergraduate students, supporting academic progression, engagement, and timely degree completion.
- Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders across academic departments and student support services to align programming and operations, contributing to improved student engagement and overall program effectiveness.
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Dept. of Spanish
University of New Mexico
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Designed and implemented instructional materials that enabled students to develop their linguistic proficiency.
- Applied heritage language learning principles to validate students' funds of knowledge.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Linguistics
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01.2019
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD01.2009
B.A. - Spanish and Japanese Language
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD01.2007
Skills
- Higher Education Administration
- Academic Program Management
- Student Success & Retention
- Curriculum Development
- Faculty Development
- Program Evaluation
- Institutional Effectiveness
- Academic Advising
- Data-Informed Decision Making
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Instructional Design
Accomplishments
- Led institution-wide academic program development and evaluation systems supporting over 430 students, contributing to 20%+ enrollment growth and expansion of middle school programming
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive faculty evaluation and professional development system aligned to International Baccalaureate (IB) and bilingual education frameworks, strengthening instructional quality and consistency across grade levels
- Directed and mentored a 30+ member instructional team, establishing performance management systems and targeted coaching structures to improve teaching effectiveness and staff retention
- Developed and operationalized program evaluation and data analysis systems, enabling data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement in student learning outcomes and program effectiveness
- Created and led a two-year teacher mentorship program, improving onboarding, instructional support, and early-career teacher development
- Facilitated institution-wide professional learning initiatives focused on instructional design, culturally responsive pedagogy, and student engagement, enhancing faculty capacity and alignment with organizational goals
- Collaborated with cross-functional leadership teams to align academic programming, student support services, and operational systems, improving student engagement and overall institutional effectiveness
- Presented program outcomes, performance data, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the governing board, supporting long-term planning and continuous improvement efforts
Affiliations
- Advisory Board Lobo Language Acquisition Lab at the University of New Mexico
Certification
- New Mexico Public Education Department, Administrative License
- New Mexico Public Education Department, 6-12 License: Spanish
- Tier 1 GLAD TESOL Certified
- Certificate in TESOL Education
Work Availability
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Timeline
General Education Director
New Mexico International School
01.2021 - Current
Spanish Instructor
Albuquerque Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
Adjunct Professor
University of New Mexico
01.2019 - 01.2020
Teaching Associate
University of New Mexico
01.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant & Interim Program Coordinator
University of New Mexico
01.2014 - 01.2018
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Dept. of Spanish
University of New Mexico
01.2013 - 01.2018
Ph.D. - Educational Linguistics
University of New Mexico
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Maryland, College Park
B.A. - Spanish and Japanese Language
University of Maryland, College Park