SARAH SCHULMAN
Educational Program Director
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience in developing bilingual programs that surpass state standards and improve student outcomes. Skilled in coaching educators and promoting effective teaching practices to enhance student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders to foster a supportive learning environment and make data-driven decisions for institutional success. Expertise in strategic planning, curriculum development, and faculty training, resulting in significant academic growth and enhanced learning experiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
General Education Director
New Mexico International School
Albuquerque, NM
06.2021 - Current
- Lead, supervise, and evaluate all general education staff, providing ongoing coaching, professional development, and data-informed feedback to strengthen instructional and student outcomes.
- Interview and recommend candidates for hire as teachers, librarians, and educational assistants.
- Oversee bilingual curriculum development and implementation.
- Analyze program data to inform curriculum decisions, refine instructional strategies, and evaluate the effectiveness of schoolwide pedagogical initiatives.
- Advise the pedagogical leadership team on annual assessment goals, instructional materials budget, and in-house professional workshop initiatives.
- Compile purchase requisitions and balance the annual budget for curricular materials and other instructional needs.
- Manage the annual curriculum and instructional materials budget, aligning resource allocation with organizational goals and program priorities.
- Organize in-house professional development workshops.
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to address academic and social-emotional student needs through coordinated action plans.
- Chair the school advisory committee, set monthly agendas, and share broader community concerns with the Head of School.
Spanish Language Instructor
Albuquerque Academy
Albuquerque, NM
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Researched and implemented lessons that addressed students' linguistic, cognitive, and social needs
- Evaluated student progress via the development of authentic assessments
- Developed online curriculum for 7th grade Spanish program
Adjunct Professor
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Developed weekly online learning modules that adhered to the standards of digital learning.
- Prepared activities that fostered learner engagement and interaction via digital mediums.
- Maintained a digital presence so that enrolled students could connect with their instructor and peers.
Teaching Associate
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Designed and taught a CAEP-aligned licensure-preparation course that equipped preservice teachers with the competencies needed for state exams, classroom readiness, and program completion requirements.
- Evaluated student progress via authentic learning assessments through the TK20 learning system.
- Collaborated with the College of Education and Human Sciences faculty to remain current on NM State standards.
- Partnered with multiple academic departments to design workshops, align course expectations, and support preservice teachers' academic success and licensure preparation.
Assistant Program Coordinator
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
01.2014 - 05.2018
- Researched and developed culturally responsive activities for beginning-level Spanish heritage language students.
- Designed interactive learning systems that fostered student engagement, community building, and academic persistence.
- Mentored and observed department teaching assistants to support their professional development.
- Collaborated on professional development workshops series for faculty in the Dept. of Spanish and Portuguese and Dept. Of Foreign Languages.
Teaching Assistant
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
08.2013 - 05.2018
- 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
Albuquerque05-2019
M.Ed. - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD06-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD12-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD12-2007
Skills
- Collaborative learning strategies
- Curriculum design and execution
- Academic administration
- Mentorship and professional development
- Teacher training programs
- Academic research
- Career advancement initiatives
- Public speaking
- Publication experience
- Academic support
- Student success and retention
- Teacher recruitment
- Educational leadership
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
PRE K-12 ADMINISTRATIVE LICENSE - New Mexico Public Education Department, 2021
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
General Education Director
New Mexico International School
06.2021 - Current
Adjunct Professor
University of New Mexico
01.2020 - 01.2020
Spanish Language Instructor
Albuquerque Academy
08.2019 - 05.2021
Teaching Associate
University of New Mexico
08.2018 - 05.2019
Assistant Program Coordinator
University of New Mexico
01.2014 - 05.2018
Teaching Assistant
University of New Mexico
08.2013 - 05.2018
Ph.D. - Educational Linguistics
University of New Mexico
M.Ed. - Curriculum And Instruction
University of Maryland, College Park
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
University of Maryland, College Park
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese
University of Maryland, College Park