Kristen Derocha
Academic Dean @Mesquite Independent School District
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WORK HISTORY
Academic Dean @Mesquite Independent School District
Mesquite, TX, US
Leadership & Strategic Development: Led a team of educators, counselors, and staff to improve academic performance and student outcomes, including significantly increasing the College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) rate from 60% to a projected 95% in 2025. Training Program Delivery & Evaluation: Improved instructional outcomes by developing a targeted approach to enhancing TSIA math results for underperforming students. This expert delivery and evaluation of training programs ensured that learners’ needs were met, and results were measurable.Building a Coaching & Feedback Culture: Developed and implemented strategies to improve staff performance, including coaching a previously underperforming teacher to successfully engage with students and embrace a new teaching methodology. Collaboration Across Teams: Worked closely with senior leaders, faculty, and support staff to improve educational outcomes.Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilized data to track and analyze student performance, adjusting strategies based on proficiency results and feedback. Effective Communication & Stakeholder Management: Successfully communicated improvements to various stakeholders, including staff and students, and ensured buy-in across the board.Results-Driven: Demonstrated a results-oriented approach by achieving significant academic improvements year over year and fostering a culture of success.
EDUCATION
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science, Wildlife and Fisheries Science
The University of Texas at Arlington
Masters of Education - MEd, School Leadership and Policy Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT KRISTEN DEROCHA
Both a compassionate leader and a systems expert with a creative soul, my background is split between two worlds - general business management, particularly in soft goods manufacturing, and K-12 education. Leaders serve. Relationships are #1.Specialties: Instructional Leadership, Project Management, Product Management, Blended and Online Learning, Curriculum and Instructional Design, Creative Direction, Product Development, Production, Textiles, Management, Strategy, Social Media, Marketing
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