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Felicia Gates

@feliciagates

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I am an educational leader focused on curriculum development, instructional design, and student success.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a K–12 leadership role where I can lead curriculum development, drive instructional improvement, support teacher growth, and foster a collaborative, data-informed culture focused on student success.

I am an educational leader with master's degrees in Administration and Teaching and postgraduate work in Transformational Leadership. I hold Texas Teacher and Principal certifications (EC-12) and concentrate on curriculum development and instructional design.

As an assistant principal, I led curriculum writing to align instruction with TEKS, implemented horizontal and vertical alignment strategies, and used STAAR data analysis to inform instructional improvements. I collaborated on building safety enhancements, streamlined arrival procedures, and launched SEL initiatives to strengthen school culture.

I coordinated leadership programs, professional development, and college-and-career alignment across schools, sponsored student leadership activities impacting over 2,000 students, and helped raise more than $15,000 for Relay for Life. I use data-driven decision-making and collaborative leadership to support teacher growth and student achievement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Principal

Current

Scobee Middle School

Aug 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Enhanced building safety through strategic camera placement and implemented a streamlined morning arrival plan; partnered with grade teams to improve STAAR performance via horizontal alignment and TEKS-aligned curriculum writing.

Curriculum Development TEKS Alignment Instructional Coaching STAAR Data Analysis

Student Council Sponsor

Southwest High School

Jan 2015 - Jan 2021 (6 years)

Organized school and district events impacting over 2,000 students and raised over $15,000 for Relay for Life while developing student leadership curriculum and coordinating homecoming activities.

Event Management Fundraising Community Outreach Program Coordination Volunteer Management

United States History Teacher

Southwest High School

Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)

Analyzed STAAR data to refine instruction and collaborated on curriculum development to improve student engagement and outcomes in 11th grade U.S. History.

STAAR Data Analysis Curriculum Development Assessment Design Classroom Management Collaborative Planning

Leadership Liaison Coordinator

University of the Incarnate Word

Jan 2016 - Jan 2019 (3 years)

Designed and implemented curriculum strategies and academic pathways to support student transitions from middle to high school; coordinated leadership activities with principals and coaches to improve retention and growth.

Curriculum Design Program Coordination Leadership Development Cross Functional Collaboration

Cheer Sponsor

Southwest High School

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)

Supervised cheer activities ensuring UIL and district safety compliance and managed vendor communications and bid processes for gear and training services.

Student supervision Compliance Vendor Management Procurement Event Coordination UIL Regulations

College & Career Representative

TxRan

Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 (2 years)

Collaborated with educators and higher-education leaders to align social studies curriculum with college and career readiness standards and led professional development to enhance instruction.

Professional Development College Readiness Social Studies Instruction K 16 Collaboration Curriculum Writing

District Improvement Plan Member

Southwest Independent School District

Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)

Analyzed district-wide data and partnered with elementary and secondary representatives to inform strategic decisions and policy adjustments for improved student services.

Data Analysis Strategic Planning Policy Development Stakeholder Engagement

World History Lead Teacher

Southwest High School

Jan 2013 - Jan 2018 (5 years)

Created rigorous TEKS-aligned pacing guides and led vertical and horizontal alignment across grades 9–11 while contributing to curriculum writing and assessment design.

TEKS Alignment Pacing Guides Curriculum Writing Assessment Design Vertical Alignment

Pride Committee Member

Southwest ISD

Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)

Collaborated with district personnel and community stakeholders to promote community pride and enhance district engagement through coordinated outreach initiatives.

Community Engagement Stakeholder Engagement Public Relations Event Coordination

Social Studies Department Head

McAuliffe Middle School

Jan 2010 - Jan 2013 (3 years)

Oversaw department curriculum alignment and budgeting, led leadership forums to drive academic growth, and implemented strategies to support at-risk students.

Budget Management Data Driven Instruction At Risk Student Support Leadership Development

Assistant Principal

Resnik Middle School

Supported principal-led curriculum and culture initiatives, facilitated vertical alignment in PLCs, and launched SEL programs to strengthen student relationships and cultural understanding.

SEL Programs Stakeholder Engagement