"Let the morning bring me word of Your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in You. Show me the way I should go, for to You I entrust my life." Psalms 143:8, NIV
Mrs. Tara Bachtel currently serves as the Vice President for Human Resources. She has been at ETBU since 2018 working in the areas of student life, career development, Title IX, human resources, and financial affairs. Before joining the ETBU staff, she served in a variety of professional and administrative roles in multiple Texas public school districts. Her experiences include teaching high school science, campus administration, and serving as an assistant superintendent. Mrs. Bachtel earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from Howard Payne University and a Master of Science in Environmental Science degree from Tarleton State University. She also holds a Superintendent Texas Educator Certificate. She has been married to her husband, Jason, since 2001, and they have four children, Talen, Bailee, Brooklyn, and Blaire.