Resume

Erin Elizabeth Mills
713.417.1345

 

 

Goal

My goal is to utilize my experience as an educational leader to support high-quality instruction for all teachers, students, staff & the community.

 

 

Educational Qualities

 

• The ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Keen attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills

• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to change

• Effective communication skills with parents, students, administrators, and colleagues

• Extensive experience disseminating data to support PLC collaboaration in which to guide instructional goals and differentiated instruction

• Highly proficient in technology integration

• Active member of the school community to increase parent involvement and communication

• Knowledgeable in the organization and implementation of  professional development differentiated to the needs of a diverse teaching staff

• Experience and understanding of working with a diverse cultures and economic differences

• Successful writer and recipient of educational grants that support student achievement

 

 

Professional Experience

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Gonzales ISD                                                                                     Principal                                                                                              2018

As principal, I was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school; hiring, budget, evaluation, schedules, specialized services & TEA compliance.                          

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Cuero ISD                                                                                   Assistant Principal                                                                                 2017-2018

Responsibilities include, but not limited to supporting teachers in implementing the campus-wide PBIS-Positive Behavior Initiative System ,  Implement systems to support campus efforts in Behavior RTI, observing and evaluating teachers using T-TESS, organizing ESL documentation & facilitate TELPAS testing, Safety (drills & procedures), increase parent communication through social media, & assist with curriculum & instruction for grades 2-5.

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Spring Branch ISD                                                    Third Grade Math & Science ESL Teacher                                                                    2015-2017

Responsibilities include the planning & delivery of high-quality instruction with a focus on differentiation and technology integration. I helped support my grade-level team in implementing a PLC approach to the dissemination of data and organize intervention rotations. I successfully piloted a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) concept on campus, as well as implemented Growth Mindset to promote positive self-esteem.  Professional Awards/Recognition: School Bell Award Nominee, Nominated for Teacher of the Year 2017

 

Katy ISD                                               Instructional Coach & Coordinator/Campus TELPAS Coordinator                                                   2005-2013

Leadership Experience: Instructional Coach, Instructional Coordinator, STAAR Coordinator, Campus TELPAS & ESL Coordinator, Grade Manager, Campus Lead Mentor, District Professional Development Facilitator, technology trainer, KISD spelling curriculum planner. Spelling Bee Coordinator, Instructional Support Team Leader, Duty Team Leader, Campus Webmaster, and spear-heading the organization and implementation of an after-school Scrabble playing group.

 

Clear Creek ISD                                                      Third Grade Teacher/Trainer of Teachers                                                                     2004-2005

Leadership Experience: District Curriculum Team, TOT: Marilyn Burns Math, Supervisor for student teachers, Technology Partnership Mentor, & District Technology Textbook Committee

 

Allen ISD                                                                Second Grade Teacher/Technology Trainer                                                                     2002-2004

Leadership Experience: Member of the Allen ISD Technology Team, Supervised student observers as well as student interns, Served on the District Alignment Team for Language Arts, Held professional development for staff, focusing on differentiated instruction, parent/teacher communication, and motivating learning activities for GT students, TOT for technology and KIDS Institute Training & helped organize and facilitate community-wide ESL classes for the residents of Allen (Pre-K to adult)

 

Spring Branch ISD                                              Third Grade Teacher/Team Leader                                                                                      1999-2002

Leadership Experience: Third Grade Team Leader, Supervised student teachers from HBU, SFA, and Region IV, Served on the District Curriculum Team, TOT: Accelerated Reader, Served on the Book Adoption Committee, Teacher for Extended Day Classes (OEY) servicing At-Risk students needing small group instruction to prepare them for the TAKS test. Teacher for ESL night classes for adult learners

 

Mackel Private School                                              Pre-Kindergarten Teacher                                                                                              1996-1998

Leadership Experience: Assisted in evaluating and purchasing curriculum, created class schedules, active member of the school community and worked to increase parent involvement & communication

                                                                                                     Education                                                                                                                                                          

University of Phoenix-2002-2007   

Master’s in Administration & Supervision 

Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction  

Texas Provisional Certificate

University of Houston-1996-1999  

Bachelor’s in Science, Cum Laude