VALERIE L. WALKER
(903) 363-4082 | valerie.lanette@gmail.com | @boldarrows
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Crowley Independent School District / Crowley, TX
Principal, 2022-present
Spearheaded curriculum development initiatives to align with state standards and fostered a culture of academic excellence by monitoring the implementation of Eureka Math and Benchmark ELAR with fidelity.
Orchestrated professional development programs to empower teachers in implementing innovative teaching methodologies, resulting in enhanced student engagement and academic performance using microteaching, Model Mondays (Peer-taught PD on Mondays afterschool), and learning walks.
Fostered a collaborative environment among faculty, staff, and parents, cultivating a strong sense of community and shared educational goals through PLCs and faculty professional development (as opposed to house-keeping meetings).
Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student achievement data and drive continuous improvement efforts across all grade levels. First quarter scores surpassed EOY scores from the previous SY.
Championed the integration of technology into the curriculum, equipping students with essential 21st-century skills and promoting digital literacy through the purchase of 5 new mobile smartboards.
Led crisis management and safety protocols, ensuring the well-being of students and staff in emergency situations.
Inspired a sense of hope and trust with the school community.
Cultivated positive relationships with stakeholders, including students, parents, faculty, and the broader community, to support the school's mission and vision by rebuilding the PTA from scratch.
Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation, optimizing fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality educational programs and resources.
Mentored and coached aspiring educational leaders, namely my campus instructional leadership team, fostering a culture of professional growth and leadership development within the school community.
San Antonio Independent School District / San Antonio, TX
Principal, 2020-2022
Grew campus from consistently-low “D” academic rating to a 79 in 2 years.
Established a learning culture that optimized character and performance growth.
PBIS Program was refreshed and aligned to the MTSS process
Using the DuFor PLC model, analyzed student data at the 3-, 6-, and 9-week marks to ensure appropriate adjustments in teaching and learning were made
Navigated transparent communication during the pandemic to keep stakeholders of the school community informed of the school’s various activities, operations and engagements.
Promoted community and family partnerships to support students.
Re-established parents and community leaders back to the campus leadership team
Re-energized PTA as an organization to support student opportunities, not just fundraising.
Introduced Restorative Practices to support equity and social emotional health as opposed to traditional disciplinary consequences.
Developed and evaluated processes and frameworks of the school’s operations to align with the mission, vision, values and goals.
Pflugerville Independent School District / Pflugerville, TX
Assistant Principal, 2013 - 2020
Spearheaded Action Research for Equity in Science: Micro-messages with Female Students
Pre-Strategy data showed low interest in STEM and low confidence
Post-Strategy data showed increased interest and marked increase in confidence
Capitalized the opportunity to utilize technology platforms for distance learning
Centralized Information and Communication using Google Suite
Curated Training Videos (PD) for the communication platforms
Achieved Level 1 Google Certified Educator
Developed Standard Operating Procedures and Systems for a newly constructed school (Cele MS)
Coordinated student testing and evaluation processes
Trained district teachers at Summer Institute 2015 and Cougar Learning Community Winter Institute 2019
Facilitated Assistant Principal Institute January 2020 - Leader of Leaders (Equity in Education)
Del Valle Independent School District / Del Valle, TX
Instructional Administrator and Vice Principal, 2008 - 2013
Provided Instructional Strategies training and development sessions bi-weekly to 45+ teachers
Coached teachers through instructional and behavioral challenges using John Samara strategies
Co-developed operating procedures for 2 new campuses
Restructured process for campus budget development to zero-based budgeting
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Grand Canyon University - Phoenix, AZ
Doctorate of Education in Organizational Development - ABD
Dallas Baptist University - Dallas, TX
Master of Education in Educational Leadership - May 2007
University of Texas at Tyler - Tyler, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Health and Kinesiology - December 2003
PUBLICATIONS
Walker, V. L. (2020). 20/20 Leadership Vision in 2020. Journal of Texas Women School Executives, Volume 5 (Issue 1), 3-6. Journal of Texas Women School Executives, Volume 5 (Issue 1), 3-6 .
Walker, V. L. (2022). The Path to the Principalship: Effective and Influential Moves. TEPSA News, Volume 79 (No.3), 1, 16. TEPSA NEWS, Volume 79 (No.3), 1,16.
