Zandra Peyton
Dike,Texas
Summary
Results-driven educator and instructional leader with 9 years of experience in secondary education, specializing in CTE Business and middle school science. Proven track record of increasing student achievement through data-driven instruction, strategic intervention, and targeted teacher support. Skilled in instructional coaching, TEKS-aligned curriculum development, and fostering collaborative campus cultures focused on continuous improvement. Experienced in leveraging educational technology, analyzing student performance data, and leading both academic and extracurricular programs to build high-performing teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTE Business Teacher, 8th Science, Girls Coach, and Girls Athletic Director
Sulphur Bluff ISD
08.2017 - Current
- Led development and implementation of CTE Business curriculum and Microsoft Certification testing center
- Served on 2025 LASSO Grant Committee, contributing to program planning
- Utilized DMAC and NWEA MAPS data to drive instructional decisions and student growth strategies, and trained peers
- Achieved 92% student growth rate (2024–2025) on NWEA MAPS in 8th Grade Science
- Led students to the highest 8th Grade Science STAAR scale scores in Hopkins County (2021, 2022, 2023)
- Increased average STAAR growth by 350+ points from 5th to 8th grade (2025)
- Implemented innovative, student-centered instructional strategies to improve engagement and outcomes
- Mentored teachers in technology integration, data analysis, and instructional best practices
- Promoted a positive classroom culture through collaborative problem-solving and clear expectations
Athletics and UIL
- Girls Athletic Director (2024–2026)
- Girls Athletic Coordinator (2023)
- Head Basketball Coach (2018-Present)
- Head Volleyball Coach (2018–2020, 2024–2025) Assistant Coach (2017, 2022-2023)
- Track Coach (2017–2020, 2024–2025)
- Cross Country Coach (2019–2025)
- Assistant Softball Coach (2017–2020, 2025)
- UIL & Certifications
- UIL Accounting Coach – District Champions (2023–2025)
- Junior High UIL Science Coach
- CPR/AED Certified (Expires 02/2028)
- CDL Certified (Bus Driver)
Relationship Banker and Teller
Alliance Bank
Sulphur Springs, TX
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Provided financial solutions tailored to customer needs
- Maintained accuracy in cash handling, vault, and ATM balancing
- Managed IRA accounts and supported multi-department operations
- Recognized for outstanding customer service: Voted Best Teller in Hopkins County
- Served on multiple internal committees supporting bank operations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Western Governors University
05-2017
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- Team Management & Development
- Athletic Coaching & Program Leadership
- TEKS Alignment & Curriculum Design
- Educational Technology Integration
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Problem-Solving & Organization
Certification
CTE Business and Finance (Grades 6-12)
Timeline
CTE Business Teacher, 8th Science, Girls Coach, and Girls Athletic Director
Sulphur Bluff ISD
08.2017 - Current
Relationship Banker and Teller
Alliance Bank
01.2007 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Western Governors University
Cross Country
2024-2025
- District 1st
- Regional 1st
- State 8th
2023-2024
- District 1st
- Regional 7th
2022-2023
- District
- Regional
2021-2022
- District
- Regional
- State Runner-Bailey Neal
Track
2024-2025
- District 1st
- Area 2nd
- Regional Quilifers
- State Quaifier-Shot Put
Volleyball
2018-19 - Record 11-14
- Bi-District BYE
- Area W- Fruitvale
- Regional Quarterfinals L- Miller Grove
2019-20 - Record 20-15
- Bi-District BYE
- Area W-Yantis
2024-2025 - Record 19-17
- District Championship and Coach of the Year
- Bi-District bye
- Area W-Trinidad
- Regional Quarterfinals W-MG
- Regional Tournament Semi W-Avalon
- Regional Finalist L-Neches
2025-2026 - Record 21-11
- Undefeated District Champs Coach of the Year
- Regional Quarterfinals W-Ector
- Regional Tournament Semi W-Abbott
- Regional Finalist L-Blum
Basketball
2018-19 - Record 12-18
- No playoffs
2019-20 - Record 22-13
- Bi-District W-Miller Grove
- Area W- Bryson
- Regional Quarterfinals L Dodd City
2020-21 - Record 14-8
- Bi-District W-Campbell
- Area W-Graford
- Regional Quarterfinals L-Dodd City
2021-22 - Record 18-11
Beat Saltillo (2nd in District)
- Bi-District L- Ector
2022-23 - Record 10-19
- No playoffs
2023-24 - Record 12-19
No playoffs
2024-25 - Record 15-15
- Bi-District W-Miller Grove
- Area L- Saint Jo
2025-26 - Record14-16
- Bi-District L- Dodd City
Recognition
Sportsmanship Award – Paris Chapter Basketball Officials (2020–2022), Mirabeau B. Lamar Award – Masonic Lodge (2019–2020), District Volleyball Coach of the Year (2024–2025)