Susan Branam
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven and community-centered instructional leader with 16 years of dedicated experience in education, including comprehensive expertise as an assistant principal. Adept at fostering student achievement, empowering educators, and cultivating a positive and inclusive school culture. Skilled in data-driven decision-making, instructional leadership, and operational efficiency. Passionate about equity and committed to advancing educational excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Horn Elementary
07.2024 - Current
- Led admin and content specialists in data analysis, walkthrough trends, and instructional strategies to positively impact teacher practices, while regularly performing classroom evaluations to assess and enhance teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Led professional development on data analysis, walkthrough trends, and instructional strategies, positively impacting teacher practices
- Enhanced MTSS and RTI systems, streamlining data collection and intervention processes
- Instructed staff on ways to Integrate AI tools for lesson planning, goal setting, and task efficiency
- Introduced Nine Weeks Growth Parades to celebrate student milestones, enhancing school spirit and parental engagement
Assistant Principal
Chambers Elementary
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Implemented Texas Instructional Leadership practices, improving instructional quality and student outcomes
- Reduced discipline referrals by utilizing PBIS and restorative practices, fostering a supportive school climate
- Developed intensive reading intervention programs, leading to measurable literacy gains
- Enhanced parent engagement through improved communication platforms, including social media and newsletters
- Achieved 90%+ staff retention and expanded teaching units due to increased enrollment
Assistant Principal
Mahanay Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Guided instructional planning and helped achieve an 'A' rating from TEA
- Launched the district’s first Center for Early Autism Intervention and full-day Pre-K programs
- Maintained a district-leading 94%+ student attendance rate through strategic initiatives
- Established extracurricular programs to enhance student engagement and social-emotional learning
Instructional Math Specialist
Horn Elementary
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Facilitated data-driven planning sessions, improving math instruction and achieving CIP goals
- Coordinated Saturday school tutorials, resulting in measurable student progress
- Coached teachers in instructional strategies, fostering professional growth and student achievement
Math and Science Lead Teacher
Outley Elementary
01.2012 - 12.2016
- 2nd and 4th Grade Teacher
- Piloted district math curriculum
Language Arts and Self-Contained Teacher
Hearne Elementary
01.2008 - 12.2012
Education
Master’s - Educational Leadership
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01.2008
Skills
- Student achievement
- Relationship building and networking
- Leadership & Team Development
- Data-Driven Instructional Practices
- School Culture & Climate Improvement
- Professional Development & Teacher Coaching
- Parent & Community Engagement
- Behavior Management & Restorative Practices
- Educational Technology Integration
- Faculty support
Certification
- Texas Educator Certifications: Principal, Generalist EC-4, ESL Supplemental
- T-TESS Certified Appraiser (Current)
- Advancing Educational Leadership (AEL) Certificate
- Reading Academy Certification (Expected 05/01/24)
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded professional learning communities (PLCs) focused on data-driven instruction and student discussions.
- Created systems for behavior incident tracking and planning, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Introduced innovative instructional strategies like bar modeling and habits of discussion, improving student problem-solving and rigor.
- Led initiatives to enhance SPED instructional strategies, ensuring targeted support for students.
- Fostered the use of educational technology such as video coaching through Edthena and AI tools for teacher planning.
Training
- Aspiring Principals Cohort I and II, 01/01/21, 12/31/23
- New Assistant Principal Mentor, 01/01/22, 12/31/23
- District TTESS Trainer, 01/01/21
- Restorative Practices Professional Development, 01/01/18
- Early Childhood Administrator Book Study, Region IV, 01/01/19
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Horn Elementary
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Principal
Chambers Elementary
07.2022 - 06.2024
Assistant Principal
Mahanay Elementary
08.2018 - 06.2022
Instructional Math Specialist
Horn Elementary
06.2016 - 05.2018
Math and Science Lead Teacher
Outley Elementary
01.2012 - 12.2016
Language Arts and Self-Contained Teacher
Hearne Elementary
01.2008 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
Master’s - Educational Leadership
University of Houston-Clear Lake
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