Shelly Wendt
Corinth,Tx
Summary
Collaborative leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR IN CURRICULUM DEPARTMENT
Lake Dallas Middle School
2021.07 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Lake Dallas Middle School
2017.07 - 2021.06
- 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.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Lake Dallas ISD
2012.07 - 2017.06
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- 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.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Denton ISD
2007.07 - 2012.01
- Facilitated continuous improvement efforts by leading professional development workshops for educators at all levels of experience.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration by facilitating professional learning communities among teachers.
- Supported district-wide curriculum alignment by collaborating with fellow Instructional Coaches and administrators.
- Ensured fidelity to curriculum standards while customizing approaches to meet diverse learner needs.
- Sharpened educator skills with frequent observation-feedback cycles that focused on specific areas for growth.
- Strengthened instructional practices through modeling, co-teaching, and observing classroom instruction.
- Streamlined communication between departments through cross-functional team collaborations.
DISTRICT SUMMER SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Denton ISD
2007.01 - 2011.01
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring the optimal use of funds for various summer school initiatives.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to ensure the successful execution of summer school programs.
- Boosted enrollment rates by effectively marketing summer school programs to parents and students.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by developing and implementing engaging summer school curriculums.
- Recruited and hired amazing teachers to support students.
SECONDARY ESL COORDINATOR
Denton ISD
2005.05 - 2007.06
- LPAC Training, District TELPAS Training, Progress Monitor Secondary ELLs, SIOP Training, Coach ESL Teachers
- Enhanced ESL curriculum by incorporating diverse teaching techniques and materials for optimal student engagement.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, address concerns, and foster positive relationships between families and the school community.
BILINGUAL and SPANISH TEACHER
Denton ISD
1995.09 - 2005.05
- Plan and Teach Spanish 1- Spanish AP 5, Student Discipline, Communication with Parents
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2025
MASTERS OF EDUCATION -
Stephen F. Austin University
08.2010
BACHELOR OR ARTS - Spanish
Hardin-Simmons University
08.1994
Skills
- Bilingual and Bi-literate in Spanish
- Professional Development Presenter
- Instructional Coaching
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Strategies and goals
References
- Travis Waddell, Superintendent, Fanendale ISD, (214) 868-8097
- Jon Modica, Executive Director, Lake Dallas ISD, (325) 513-1104
- Cala High, Campus Administrator, Lake Dallas ISD, (940) 208-4840
- Vicki Sargent, retired Assistant Superintendent, Denton ISD
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
DIRECTOR IN CURRICULUM DEPARTMENT
Lake Dallas Middle School
2021.07 - Current
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Lake Dallas Middle School
2017.07 - 2021.06
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Lake Dallas ISD
2012.07 - 2017.06
DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL COACH
Denton ISD
2007.07 - 2012.01
DISTRICT SUMMER SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Denton ISD
2007.01 - 2011.01
SECONDARY ESL COORDINATOR
Denton ISD
2005.05 - 2007.06
BILINGUAL and SPANISH TEACHER
Denton ISD
1995.09 - 2005.05
Ed.D - Educational Leadership
Liberty University
MASTERS OF EDUCATION -
Stephen F. Austin University
BACHELOR OR ARTS - Spanish
Hardin-Simmons University
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