Sheryl Jacks
Fredericksburg,TX
Summary
Results-oriented Director of Secondary Education with a focus on strategic planning, decision-making, and organizational development. Successfully enhanced instructional practices and improved student outcomes through data-driven initiatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Seondary Education, Safety, Technology
Fredericksburg ISD
Fredericksburg, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Support campus principals in curriculum implementation and alignment, instructional best practices, and school improvement planning
- Analyze student achievement data, graduation rates, and accountability measures to drive continuous improvement
- Supervise development and implementation of advanced academic programs, career education, CCMR strategies, and secondary master schedules
- Assist in developing and revising district curriculum management plan.
- Support professional development initiatives to enhance resource implementation and instructional practices.
- Facilitate training sessions and provide continuous support for new teachers
- Evaluate CTE pathways and executed implementation of new programs and resources based on identified needs
- Support and mentor secondary administrators and instructional coaches
- Coordinate infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital learning platforms, and device management
- Ensure technology integration supports teaching, learning, and operational efficiency
- Evaluate current technology assets and established a strategic road map for systematic upgrades and replacements over 5 and 10 year periods
- Oversee district safety and security programs, including emergency operations planning and crisis response protocols
- Coordinate activities of campus SROs and guardians, enhancing security measures and response protocols
- Serve as the district textbook coordinator to oversee adoption, ordering, inventory, and compliance reporting
- Ensure instructional materials are aligned with state standards and district curriculum goals
Middle School Principal
Fredericksburg ISD
Fredericksburg, TX
04.2018 - 06.2022
- Improved campus rating from a D to a B
- Led school-wide initiatives such as W.I.N. time, PLCs, and the CHAMPS positive behavior support program to enhance student engagement and academic performance
- Analyzed student achievement data through PLCs and with campus leadership teams to drive curriculum adjustments and improve learning outcomes
- Mentored and evaluated staff, promoting professional growth and instructional best practices
- Oversaw daily operations of the school, including scheduling, staffing decisions, facility management, and event coordination
- Provided professional development opportunities for staff members, promoting continuous growth and learning
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging curriculum and lesson plans that aligned with state standards
High School Assistant Principal
Fredericksburg ISD
Fredericksburg, TX
06.2005 - 04.2018
- Monitor curriculum alignment with TEKS Resource System
- Collaborate with the campus leadership team and other administrators to implement professional development
- Analyze student achievement data to improve instruction through PLCs and data meetings
- Facilitated safety drills and coordinated crisis management efforts to enhance campus security.
- Coordinate master scheduling with counselors, campus leadership, and administrators
- Establish and enforce student behavior expectations by creating discipline matrixes, following district and state policies
- Monitor student attendance, conduct home visits, set up parent meetings for attendance issues, and refer to truancy court
Education
Master of Science - Education Leadership
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX05-1995
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Team management
- Organizational development
Certification
- Generic Special Education, PK-12
- Principal, EC-12
Timeline
Director of Seondary Education, Safety, Technology
Fredericksburg ISD
07.2022 - Current
Middle School Principal
Fredericksburg ISD
04.2018 - 06.2022
High School Assistant Principal
Fredericksburg ISD
06.2005 - 04.2018
Master of Science - Education Leadership
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Angelo State University