TRINA SILMON
Midlothian
Summary
Dynamic educational leader dedicated to driving student outcomes through strategic planning and data-informed decision-making. Proven success in developing leadership skills among educators, facilitating impactful professional learning, and transforming campus culture to support continuous improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Baxter Elementary
Midlothian
01.2021 - Current
- Coached and developed leaders and teachers while leading systems for data-driven instruction, facilitating leadership goal-setting, designing professional learning, and aligning campus initiatives with district priorities.
- Midlothian ISD
- Developed and implemented school-wide policies and procedures to enhance educational quality.
- Led staff development workshops to improve teaching strategies and classroom management.
- Collaborated with parents and community members to foster a supportive learning environment.
Assistant Principal
Sidney Poynter Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Supported instructional leadership by facilitating PLCs, coordinating testing, coaching teachers, and strengthening campus culture to enhance overall student engagement.
- Crowley ISD
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff to enhance teaching practices.
- Oversaw student discipline processes to ensure a safe learning environment.
Dean of Instruction
Ellis Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Led instructional improvement initiatives to enhance curriculum effectiveness and supported data-driven planning for informed decision-making.
- Arlington ISD
- Developed instructional programs aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance teaching strategies and learning outcomes.
- Coordinated professional development workshops for staff on effective instructional practices.
Instructional Coach / RTI Facilitator
Arlington ISD
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Coached educators in implementing RTI systems; designed and facilitated professional learning to enhance instructional practices.
- Collaborated with teachers to design effective instructional strategies.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff engagement.
- Observed classroom practices to provide constructive feedback.
Education
M.Ed. -
Texas Woman's University
B.S.W. -
University of Texas at Arlington
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum design
- Data instruction
- Systems development
- Change leadership
- Collaborative planning
- Instructional guidance
- Leadership coaching
Leadership And Impact
- Member, Midlothian ISD Leadership Task Force
- Elementary Lead Principal
- MISD Equity Plan Committee & CEIC
- TIA Contributor
- NWEA MAP Recognition
- Next Level Leadership Cohort
- Campus Employee of the Year
Timeline
Principal
Baxter Elementary
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
Sidney Poynter Elementary
01.2016 - 01.2021
Dean of Instruction
Ellis Elementary
01.2015 - 01.2016
Instructional Coach / RTI Facilitator
Arlington ISD
01.2009 - 01.2015
M.Ed. -
Texas Woman's University
B.S.W. -
University of Texas at Arlington