Yvonne Y. Avila
El Paso,Texas
Summary
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE Seeking a position as Director of Athletics at the Socorro Independent School District to maximize servant leadership qualities and valuable experiences to promote sound interscholastic athletic experiences for students, teachers, coaches, and administrators. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and collaboration skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Socorro ISD
10.2021 - Current
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers - Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification - Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness - Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback - Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Supervised extracurricular and interscholastic programs to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees - Coordinated staff and student activities to promote safe and productive learning environment - Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
Assistant Principal
Socorro ISD
02.2016 - 10.2021
- Ensure positive and safe school climate for learning and extra-curricular activities ∙ Supervise campus instructional practices and supports effective teaching and learning ∙ Participate, and assist in coordination of instruction and staff development ∙ Supervise, evaluate, and support school athletic programs, coaches, student athletes ∙ Attended and participated in 1-6A District Executive Committee, and UIL State Executive Committee meetings ∙ Implementation of state/district curriculum and UIL policies to meet needs of all students.
- Interpret data to develop school improvement plan to improve school programs and services ∙ Use evaluative information to determine quality of provided programs and services ∙ Participate in personnel selection, teaching/coaching assignments, and appraisals ∙ Manage fiscal and facilities functions ∙ Provide optimal customer service to all students, parents, staff, and community members.
Social Studies Teacher & Head Volleyball Coach
Montwood High School
08.2007 - 02.2016
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics - Established and supported positive professional learning community for student learning -Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies - Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts - Worked individually with players when struggling to enhance confidence and strengthen court skills - Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas -Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements - Prepared and delivered presentations to players and parents to emphasize importance of teamwork and sportsmanship - Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Volleyball team consistently competed in the state playoffs.
Social Studies Teacher & Head Coach
Culberson County - Allamoore Independent School District
08.1994 - 05.2007
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning - Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students - Met or exceeded course and student performance goals - Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Head Coach for various sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Boys & Girls Golf, Track and Softball. Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment -Managed team budget to properly allocate for equipment, travel and other required elements of operation - Monitored team members' academic performance to support consistent progress and commitment to education.
- Varsity volleyball and golf teams were consistently in state playoffs, to include competing in regional and state tournaments.
NCAA Div.1 Collegiate Athlete - Volleyball & Golf
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.1988 - 05.1991
NAIA Collegiate Athlete - Volleyball & Softball
Gordon College
08.1987 - 06.1988
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12.1992
Skills
- UIL Constitution and Contest Rules
- Athlete safety awareness
- Schedule oversight
- Coordination of Facilities
- Media Relations
- Booster Club guidelines
- Transportation and Travel
- Sports Officiating/Refereeing
- Student and parent relations
- Budget creation
- Policy and procedure adherence
Certification
Principal (Grades EC-12) May 2011
School Counselor (Grades EC-12)
June 2007
Composite Social Studies (Grades 6-12) May 1998
Timeline
Principal
Socorro ISD
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
Socorro ISD
02.2016 - 10.2021
Social Studies Teacher & Head Volleyball Coach
Montwood High School
08.2007 - 02.2016
Social Studies Teacher & Head Coach
Culberson County - Allamoore Independent School District
08.1994 - 05.2007
NCAA Div.1 Collegiate Athlete - Volleyball & Golf
University Of Texas At El Paso
01.1988 - 05.1991
NAIA Collegiate Athlete - Volleyball & Softball
Gordon College
08.1987 - 06.1988
Master of Education - School Counseling
Sul Ross State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Texas At El Paso
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