JUSTIN REYES
District Instructional Leader
Fort Worth, US.About
Strategic and results-driven educational executive with 18 years of progressive leadership experience, specializing in high-need urban populations. Proven expertise in Student Support Services, including MTSS, Special Education, and federal programs, driving data-driven student engagement, retention, and compliance with FERPA, IDEA, and TEA regulations.
A forward-thinking leader adept at crisis intervention, strategic planning, fiscal stewardship, and executive-level reporting, consistently achieving improved accountability ratings and student outcomes.
Work
Texans Can Academies
|Principal
Fort Worth, Texas, US
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Summary
Led comprehensive campus operations, driving academic improvement and student support initiatives for a high-need urban population.
Highlights
Directed MTSS and RTI frameworks for a student body of 400+ students, strengthening student retention systems by 15% and ensuring 100% compliance with IDEA and Section 504.
Led campus to achieve consecutive TEA 'B' accountability ratings (2022-2024) through strategic longitudinal data monitoring and targeted intervention planning.
Managed campus budgets, aligning federal/state funding streams to strategic priorities for cost-effective resource allocation and fiscal compliance.
Implemented crisis intervention and behavioral systems, reducing disciplinary incidents by 20% and significantly improving student engagement and school culture.
Collaborated with counseling and guidance teams to expand credit recovery and graduation pathway systems, increasing student graduation rates by 10%.
Texans Can Academies
|Principal
Houston, Texas, US
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Summary
Spearheaded a campus turnaround, implementing instructional reforms and enhancing student support to improve academic and behavioral outcomes.
Highlights
Led a critical turnaround initiative, successfully exiting TEA Improvement Required status within one year through structured instructional reform and targeted support programs.
Reduced discipline incidents by 30% through the implementation of aligned academic and behavioral intervention systems, enhancing student conduct and learning environment.
Ensured comprehensive compliance for special populations through systematic monitoring of 504 and special education documentation, mitigating legal risks.
Redesigned staffing models to optimize student support needs, achieving fiscal efficiencies and improving service delivery within budgetary parameters.
Texans Can Academies
|Assistant Principal
Carrollton, Texas, US
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Summary
Supported campus leadership in developing and implementing data-driven strategies for student achievement, retention, and compliance.
Highlights
Developed and implemented data-informed campus action plans, significantly impacting student achievement and retention rates by improving targeted interventions.
Facilitated staff development sessions for over 50 educators focused on instructional problem-solving and behavioral intervention frameworks, enhancing teaching effectiveness.
Monitored and ensured 100% compliance documentation aligned to state and federal program requirements, maintaining institutional accreditation and funding.
Irving ISD
|Dean of Students
Irving, Texas, US
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Summary
Oversaw student behavior and school climate initiatives, implementing proactive protocols to foster a positive learning environment.
Highlights
Implemented Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and crisis response protocols, improving overall school climate and reducing repeat behavioral incidents by 25%.
Managed student conduct and disciplinary processes for a student body of 800+ students, ensuring fair and consistent application of school policies.
Collaborated with teachers, parents, and community resources to develop individualized student support plans, fostering positive behavior and academic success.
Texans Can Academies
|Special Education Teacher
Dallas, Texas, US
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Summary
Provided specialized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs, ensuring compliance with individualized education plans.
Highlights
Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for 30+ students annually, ensuring full compliance with IDEA regulations and facilitating academic growth.
Partnered with families and support staff to facilitate student success and achieve academic and developmental goals, improving student outcomes by an average of 15% annually.
Utilized differentiated instructional strategies and adaptive technologies to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing student engagement and progress in core subjects.
Education
Texas A&M University-Commerce
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Master of Education
Education
University of Oklahoma
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Bachelor of Science
Science
Languages
Spanish
Certificates
Superintendent EC-12
Issued By
Texas Education Agency
Principal EC-12
Issued By
Texas Education Agency
Special Education EC-12
Issued By
Texas Education Agency
Spanish 6-12
Issued By
Texas Education Agency
Skills
Student Support Services
MTSS, RTI, Special Education, Section 504, Student Engagement, Student Retention, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Systems, PBIS, IEP Development, Credit Recovery, Graduation Pathways.
Compliance & Oversight
Federal Programs Oversight (Title I-V), IDEA Compliance, FERPA Compliance, TEA Regulations, 504 Compliance, Documentation Monitoring, Risk Mitigation.
Strategic Leadership
Strategic Planning, Program Evaluation, Data Analytics, Accountability Systems, Cross-Departmental Collaboration, Staff Development, Leadership Coaching, Instructional Reform, Turnaround Initiatives.
Fiscal Management
Budget Development, Fiscal Stewardship, Resource Allocation, Funding Stream Management, Cost-Effectiveness.
Data & Analytics
Longitudinal Data Monitoring, Targeted Intervention Planning, Data-Informed Action Plans, Performance Metrics, Executive-Level Reporting.