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Aracelie Nelson

@aracelienelson

Education leader and principal with 30+ years improving bilingual, ESL, and Title I outcomes.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead an improvement-focused school system where I can strengthen instructional rigor, bilingual/ESL outcomes, and data-driven accountability—while building collaborative teams, sustaining strong culture, and supporting students and staff through meaningful mentoring and professional learning.

I’m a bilingual education leader with 30+ years of PK–12 experience across Texas and Florida, known for driving school accountability results, building high-performing instructional teams, and strengthening bilingual/ESL programs in Title I communities. I’ve led multiple state-acknowledged campuses and earned an accountability B rating through research-based instruction, data-informed decision-making, and individualized student remediation.

As a campus and district instructional leader, I’ve coordinated Title I programming, conducted instructional walkthroughs with actionable feedback, and partnered with teachers through professional learning communities that improve teaching and retention. I’m experienced with budgeting and operations, policy compliance, parental and community engagement, and virtual instruction transitions—and I’ve served as an ELL subject-matter expert and UIL District Chair to support both academic and extracurricular excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Curriculum Coordinator

Escambia County Public Schools

Aug 2023 - Sep 2023 (1 month)

Coordinated a Title I program and conducted instructional walkthroughs with actionable feedback for teachers. Generated and analyzed data reports using SchoolNet and i-Ready, led campus data chats, and managed student discipline with parent communication.

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Principal

Southwest ISD

Jun 2019 - Jun 2022 (3 years)

Led all instructional and operational functions of a Title I elementary campus, earning a B rating in the Texas Accountability System. Championed research-based instructional strategies, bilingual education, individualized remediation, and a positive school culture through strong professional learning communities and parental involvement while transitioning to virtual instruction.

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Principal & UIL District Chair

Harlandale ISD

Jun 2011 - Jun 2016 (5 years)

Led a high school to meet state and federal accountability standards, earning multiple awards and district recognition. Organized UIL District Chair 29-5A competitions and ensured compliance with state UIL guidelines, while directing bilingual education initiatives and data-driven instructional improvements.

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Accelerated Learning Specialist

Harlandale ISD

Jun 2005 - Jun 2006 (1 year)

Organized campus testing and student remediation programs and compiled data reports for teacher and administrative use. Presented assessment and remediation information to support instructional decision-making.

SI

Assistant Principal

Somerset ISD

Jul 2001 - Jun 2003 (1 year 11 months)

Coordinated campus testing and student remediation programs and produced data reports for teachers and administration. Supported instructional leadership and bilingual program compliance.

SI

3rd Grade Bilingual Teacher

South San Antonio ISD

Aug 1998 - May 2001 (2 years 9 months)

Delivered rigorous bilingual curriculum and achieved excellent state accountability results for ELL and special education students. Led 3rd grade team planning and data analysis and supported school procedures and administrative duties as needed.

SI

4th Grade Bilingual Teacher

Southwest ISD

Aug 1997 - May 1998 (9 months)

Taught bilingual 4th grade curriculum using research-based instructional methods, achieving strong accountability outcomes for ELL and special education students.

EI

Bilingual Teacher (5th & 6th)

Eagle Pass ISD

Aug 1993 - Feb 1996 (2 years 6 months)

Taught bilingual curriculum to 5th and 6th graders, building strong family partnerships and achieving outstanding state accountability results.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Region 13 – Austin, TX logoRT

Region 13 – Austin, TX

Superintendent’s Certificate in Educational Administration, Educational Administration

2007 - 2008

Earned a Superintendent’s Certificate in Educational Administration from Region 13 in Austin, Texas.

The University of Texas at San Antonio logoTA

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Master’s Degree, Educational Leadership & Administration

1999 - 2000

Completed a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership & Administration at The University of Texas at San Antonio.

St. Mary’s University logoSU

St. Mary’s University

Bachelor’s Degree, Sociology, Biology & Education

1990 - 1993

Earned a Bachelor’s degree studying Sociology, Biology, and Education at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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