George Daniel Galindo
About George Daniel Galindo
George Daniel Galindo is an Implementation Leader at Great Minds and a Part-Time Lecturer at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. He has extensive experience in education, having worked in various teaching and curriculum management roles across multiple school districts in Texas.
Work at Great Minds
George Daniel Galindo serves as an Implementation Leader at Great Minds, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he partners with various school districts, including urban, suburban, and rural areas, to facilitate the effective implementation of the Wit & Wisdom curriculum in English Language Arts (ELA) classrooms. His work focuses on ensuring that educators have the necessary support and resources to enhance student learning outcomes.
Education and Expertise
George Daniel Galindo holds a Bachelor of Arts in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from The University of Texas-Pan American, completed between 2009 and 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Public School Building Leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University, from 2014 to 2015. Currently, he is pursuing a Doctorate of Education in Learning and Organizational Change at Baylor University, which he has been working on since 2019.
Background in Education
Galindo has a diverse background in education, beginning as a Student Support Specialist at The University of Texas-Pan American from 2009 to 2012. He transitioned to teaching roles, including English Language Arts Teacher at Mercedes Independent School District and English I and II Pre-AP Teacher at IDEA Public Schools. He also served as a Secondary ELA Curriculum Manager at IDEA Public Schools, where he designed curriculum and assessments for Texas schools.
Teaching Experience at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Since 2018, George Daniel Galindo has been a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Teaching and Learning at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. In this role, he contributes to the education of future teachers, sharing his expertise in English Language Arts and curriculum development. His experience in both teaching and curriculum design informs his approach to educator training.
Recognitions and Achievements
Galindo has received recognition for his contributions to education, including being named the 2015 MECA Campus Teacher of the Year and the 2015 District Secondary Teacher of the Year while at Mercedes Independent School District. His undergraduate thesis focused on teacher leadership styles and their impact on student achievement, reflecting his commitment to educational excellence.