ALEXIS A.

CABARCAS-NUNEZ

PROFESSIONAL GOAL: I am seeking a position as an assistant principal, where I can apply my

knowledge of teaching, student management, curriculum, and leadership. With my experiences
and leadership, my goal is to contribute, facilitate, advocate, and collaborate significantly to the
development of the mission and vision of your campus, and to the academic success of all the
campus’ students and staff.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
 Doctorate (Ph.D.), Marine Sciences, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico (2001)
 Master Degree, Biological Oceanography, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico (1997)
 Bachelor Degree, Biology and Chemistry, University of Magdalena (1990)
 Certification: Chemistry 8-12
 Certification: Science Composite
 Certification: Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC–12
 Projected Principal Certification, University of St. Thomas, Houston, Texas

WORK EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

 Science Skills Specialist/ Instructional Coach (2017-2019), Aldine High School and CTE
Blanson High School, Houston, TX.
 I developed and implemented the Biology STAAR Action Plan for the re-testers at
Aldine Senior High School and achieved the second-best performance in the district
for this type of test.
 Currently I am implementing the Biology STAAR Action Plan for new testers at
Blanson High School. The department’s goal is on track, obtaining the highest
district results on the benchmark.
 I structured and implemented the Professional Learning Community (PLC) at each
of the science subject level.
 Department Chair/Skills Specialist of Science (2012-2016), Aldine High School, Houston,
TX
 I strategically developed, implemented, and assessed the action plans for the TAKS
and STAAR testers and the number of students that passed the Science TAKS exit
increased from 37% to 92%, and the Biology STAAR scores increased from 40%
passing rate to 82% (this last one for re-testers students).
 The Chemistry STAAR scores (97% passing) were the highest in the district and 16%
above the state.
 High School Teacher (2009-2014), Aldine High School, Houston, TX.
 I taught Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and IPC.
 Chemistry team leader for 3 years- I organized and aligned the chemistry
curriculum with the district and state standards.
 I was also assigned as the campus representative for the district curriculum
leadership team.
  Professor (2004-2005), Inter American University, Aguadilla, PR - teaching Biology,
General Chemistry, Genetic, and Science-Technology and Environment.
 Teaching and Research Assistant (2000-2006), Department of Chemistry-UPR, and
Department of Marine Science, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
 Six years involved in research activities at the University of Puerto Rico, assisting
students in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental, and Aquatic Research.
 I obtained 4 Research Grants totaling more than US$ 700,000.
 I published more than 8 scientific publications in peer-review journals regarding
environmental monitoring, water quality, and aquaculture operations.
 I collaborated, developed and implemented research investigation, and provided
academic and research support to graduate students.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCES/TRAINING AND PRESENTATIONS

 Seven years giving training and professional presentations at state and international
level about Environmental impact of aquaculture activities, water quality, and culture of
organisms - Puerto Rico, Seattle, Hawaii, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Indonesia,
Brazil, and Colombia.
 Bilingual - English and Spanish.

RECENT JOB UNIQUE RELATED TRAINING

 Coaching teachers using the coaching cycle.
 Lead4ward Strategies and Teaching for Learning Process (TLP).
 Supervision of Personnel.
 Early Intervention Team (EIT)/Response To Intervention (RTI)/SpEd. referral process
training.
 30 GT hours of Physics.

MEMBERSHIP, AFFILIATIONS, AND HONORS

 Teacher of the Year at Aldine Sr. High School (2015-2016).
 Member of the Campus Leadership Team and CIP Committee at Aldine Sr. High School
(2013-2018).
 Member of the Campus Leadership Team and CIP Committee at CTE Blanson High
School (2018-2019).
 Member of the Student Achievement Committee (2013-2016).
 Member of the District Science Leadership Team (2011-2018).
 District and Campus Curriculum writer for science subjects (2010-2018 years).
 Scientific Research Associated, Sea Grant College Program-University of Puerto Rico
(UPR) (2004-2007).
 Supervisor and Coordinator, Dyer Aqua - Sebastian-FL, St. Isabel-PR (2004-2008).
 Environmental Consultant, Environmental Services (2006-2008).
 Scientific Coordinator, Aquaculture Development and Research Center, Mayaguez,
Puerto Rico (1998-2004).
OTHER SKILLS, HONORS AND AWARDS

 Use of laboratory equipment and devices for chemical, physical, and Biology analyses.
 Approved project to assess the water resources and watershed conditions at Virgin
Islands National Park, St John, VI, 2005-2008. Total amount: US $117,000.
 Approved project to assess the environmental impact of offshore cage culture
operations in Puerto Rican Waters, 2002-2004. Total amount: US $200,000.
 Approved project to conduct an environmental monitoring and determine local
fishermen perceptions for offshore aquaculture operations, 2002-2004. Total amount
US $253,000.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Address: 21906 Prairie Spring Lane, Spring, TX 77379
Cell phone: 832-455-3224
Email: aacabarcas-nunez@aldineisd.org

REFERENCES

Benjamin Ibarra
Position: Campus Principal, Blanson CTE High School, 311 West Road Houston TX 77087
Email: Bibarra@aldineisd.org
Telephone: 832-790-7560

Stephen Heady
Position: Assistant Principal, Blanson CTE High School, 311 West Road Houston TX 77087
Email: sheady@aldineisd.org
Telephone: 832-540-8390

Dallas E. Alston
Position: Professor, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico at Ponce, Puerto Rico,
Department of Science
Email: dalston@ucatholic.edu
Telephone: 787-526-4963