LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
I lead by merging imagination with evidence. I build trust through transparency, use data to understand what must change, and create the systems, environments, and opportunities that allow talented students and educators to do extraordinary work. My leadership combines the analytical discipline to build systems that work with the creative vision to imagine what schools can become.
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Experienced in districtwide data and assessment systems, continuous improvement, program evaluation, technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, instructional technology, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, professional learning, strategic planning, and organizational leadership.
Led innovation and improvement at Lane Tech College Prep at the scale of 4,500 students and 300+ staff, contributing to the school’s rise from No. 11 to No. 3 in Illinois and No. 60 nationally; now serve as a cabinet leader directing technology, data, infrastructure, cybersecurity, safety, and instructional innovation across Avoca School District 37.
As Assistant Principal at Lane Tech College Preparatory High School, one of the nation’s largest, most diverse, and highest-performing schools, I bring 14 years of leadership experience and a background in Computer Science and Fine Arts to my role. My leaderships centers on personalized learning through technology, empowering each student to discover their unique genius. I believe effective leadership is essential for innovative schools, and I am committed to creating dynamic learning environments that prioritize creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. I champion the integration of technology to amplify core educational elements, fostering deeper learning and stronger connections between conventional and revolutionary instruction.
My work includes redesigning learning spaces into state-of-the-art labs where students engage in real-world scenarios, inquiry based learning, and online collaboration. I am passionate about creating opportunities for all students, especially minorities underrepresented in technology, challenging perceptions and stereotypes. My most successful projects have involved designing innovative, challenging courses that empower students to recognize their potential. In today’s creative age, I strive to develop learning environments where the intersection of Science and Art fosters 21st-century learning and collaborative, challenge-based curriculum.
Below is the list of my educational background and qualifications.
Fourteen years of administrative leadership experience.
Ten years of experience teaching secondary Computer Science and Art courses.
Illinois Superintendent Endorsement
St. VINCENT DePAUL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Computer Science and Technology
Human-Computer Interaction and Graphic Design
St. VINCENT DePAUL UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Education K-12
Certification in Computer Science, Art and Social Sciences
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Type 75 Administrative Certificate
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Doctorate Courses Completed working on Dissertation – Degree in Educational Leadership
Computer Science, Art, Social Sciences Certification K-12
(Type 09)
Illinois Professional Educator License – General Administrative Endorsement
(Type 75)
CPS Principal Eligibility Candidate List
ISBE REACH (Danielson Framework) Teacher Evaluation Certification
(Modules 1-5)
ISBE REACH (Danielson Framework) Teacher Evaluation Certification
Non-Growth (Modules 1-4)
ISBE REACH (Danielson Framework) Teacher Evaluation Certification
Observation (Modules 1-4)
CPS Creative Compass Arts Mentor
You can contact me by sending an email to: mrdamirara@gmail.com