Multilingual Educator and Program Director

Norah “Vangie” Schulze

Richmond, TX ***** ******.*******@*****.*** +1-713-***-****

Professional Summary

Dedicated educator with 25+ years of teaching and leadership experience across diverse educational programs. Bilingual in Spanish and English, with proven expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Skilled in STEM, Art, History, Design, and Gifted & Talented education. Experienced in directing summer and after-school programs, founding and managing an art school, and fostering creativity through the arts. Strong background in program management, customer relations, and marketing, with additional success in real estate and sales. Passionate about inspiring students to think critically and creatively.

Professional Experience

Lead Teacher Harmony Public Schools Houston, TX Sept 2021 – Present

Teach STEM (K-5), Spanish (6-8), Art (K-5), and Gifted & Talented (1-2).

Direct and coordinate the Performing Arts Club (K-5).

Develop and adapt curriculum to meet diverse learning needs.

Lead Teacher Shady Oak Primary Richmond, TX Jan 2020 – Jun 2022

Taught English Language Arts, Social Studies, Art, and Genius STEM Program.

Engaged students with hands-on learning and inquiry-based instruction.

Director of Summer Programs & After-School Care Fort Bend Christian Academy Sugar Land, TX Jul 2011 – 2015

Designed and managed summer enrichment programs (PK-8).

Hired, trained, and supervised staff to ensure program quality.

Oversaw operations to maintain safety, enrichment, and engagement.

Founder & Director Private Art School San Juan, PR 2008 – 2011

Established and managed a visual, music, and performing arts school.

Created curriculum, hired instructors, and coordinated exhibitions/performances.

Spanish Interpreter/Translator TransPerfect Connect Richmond, TX Nov 2019 – Jan 2020

Provided professional Spanish-English translation for banking, insurance, and legal industries.

Art Instructor Fort Bend ISD Fresno, TX Sept 2018 – May 2019

Delivered K-5 art curriculum, promoting creativity and foundational skills.

Spanish III Pre-AP Instructor KIPP Generations Collegiate Houston, TX 2016 – Aug 2018

Taught Spanish II & III (9-12) and assisted in curriculum development.

Spanish Teacher Calvary Episcopal Preparatory Richmond, TX 2015 – 2016

Taught Spanish across grades 4-12, fostering language and cultural fluency.

Automobile Sales Consultant Honda Cars of Katy Katy, TX May 2019 – Nov 2019

Delivered top-tier customer service in sales, financing, and trade-ins.

Real Estate Agent RE/MAX Southwest & Independent Commercial Real Estate 2002 – 2009

Represented clients in residential and commercial transactions.

Negotiated contracts and managed investments.

Education

M.A. in Psychology – University of Phoenix 2015

BFA in Graphic Design & Art Education – Moore College of Art & Design Philadelphia, PA 1992

Certifications & Licenses

Professional Educator License

Teaching Certification

CPR & First Aid Certification

NAUI Open Water Scuba Diver

Moorings Certified Sailing Instructor (BVI)

Skills & Expertise

Education & Leadership: Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, Gifted & Talented Education

Program Management: Summer Camps, After-School Programs, Event Coordination

Creative & Performing Arts: Graphic Design, Art Instruction, Music, Drama, Ballet

Languages: Fluent in English & Spanish

Technology: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, QuickBooks, DocuSign

Sales & Relations: Real Estate Transactions, Negotiation, Customer Service, Marketing

Additional: Translation & Interpretation, Business Development

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