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Photo of Chaolin Chang Principal of Joslin

ChaoLin Chang

Hi, my name is ChaoLin Chang. (ChaoLin may sound like Charlie to some people.)

I am the Principal at Jerry Joslin Elementary School. Although I was born and raised in Taiwan, I have lived in Texas for almost half of my life.

Except for the time when I was a principal at a Mandarin immersion school in Houston ISD for six years, I have lived in Austin ever since I started my graduate program in Special Education at the University of Texas in Austin. My plan was to provide better opportunities for the students in Taiwan after I graduated; however, I fell in love with the students in Austin ISD during my internship so I decided to stay.

I enjoy participating in the “Tough Mudder,” which is an event that involves a series of obstacles (such as fire, water, ice, electric shock, and lots of mud)! It is rewarding because it tests my endurance and encourages teamwork! I like it so much that I have finished 11 different courses. I gradually stopped participating in the events shortly after I became a principal.

Besides countless obstacles in a school setting, it is rewarding to work side-by-side with other dedicated educators and to see students making progress every day. I am excited about returning to Austin ISD and looking forward to bringing our students the opportunity to learn and experience what others don’t at their schools.

Ellie ZamberlanPhoto of Sarah Tanner Assistant Principal of Joslin

Hello, I am the Assistant Principal at Jerry Joslin Elementary School. I am a graduate from Grand Canyon University with a Masters in Early Childhood Education. I have taught Special Education K-4 for 10+ years in Illinois, Arizona, and Texas.

Fun Fact: In my free time, you will find me watching hockey, reading, and spending time with my husband and family outdoors.

Together We Achieve More - Juntos Logramos Más - tóng zhōu gòng jì

A Huge THANK YOU! for our Community Sponsors to our Events during School Year 2022-2023. We sincerely appreciate your generosity and continuous support, You are our honorary Jaguars!

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