Mr. Edgar Romero: Biography and Professional Background
Mr. Edgar Romero is an accomplished educator and school leader originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, who grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. He began his career with the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) in 2003 as a sixth- grade teacher at Daegu American School. Over the years, Mr. Romero has held several key roles, including:
- Teacher and grade-level chairperson
- Department chair
- Continuous improvement chair
- Mentor teacher coordinator
- Pacific Literacy Initiative leader
- Assistant principal at Seoul American Elementary School and Osan Middle High School
Mr. Romero holds an undergraduate degree in Bilingual Elementary Education from Arizona State University (1999) and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University (2001). He is a lifelong learner, committed to ongoing professional development. As a leader, Mr. Romero is known for his positive, professional approach, focusing on student success and implementing best practices in teaching and learning. He is recognized for building strong relationships with all stakeholders and inspiring those around him to continually improve. His leadership values include integrity, sincerity, truthfulness, fairness, and honesty, always prioritizing the needs of students and teachers. Currently, Mr. Romero serves as the principal of Humphreys West Elementary School, where he is dedicated to providing excellence in education for every student, every day, and everywhere. He is proud to be part of the Osprey Family, emphasizing teamwork and a shared commitment to educational excellence
