Byron Lillie
Renton
Summary
Education professional with extensive experience in leadership designing and delivering impactful training programs leveraging adult learning principles to enhance performance and engagement. Known for fostering collaborative environments and achieving significant improvements in outcomes. Reliable team player, with flexible approach to dynamic organizational needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify Education
04.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging onsite and remote professional learning sessions to educators utilizing adult learning principles.
- Provided engaging educational materials aligned with curriculum standards.
- Collaborated to assess needs and provide tailored support.
- Trained educators on platform navigation to ensure effective use of digital learning tools and teacher resources.
- Presented technology-based best practices in differentiated classroom instruction.
- Responsive to inquiries and feedback. Timely responses and self-adjustment in my practice to better ensure improved performance.
Principal
Tyee Middle School
09.2019 - 06.2024
- Implemented school-wide policies and practices to enhance educational standards and student performance.
- Fostered collaboration for an inclusive learning environment and improved teaching strategies.
- Led professional development workshops, empowering teachers with instructional techniques and resources.
- Analyzed data to identify areas for improvement. Led strategic planning efforts to set goals and tailor interventions for academic success.
- Led staffing and budget decisions. Approved purchases, allocated FTE for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated teacher performance via classroom observations and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in practice.
Assistant Principal
Interlake High School
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Coordinated implementation of new curriculum. Examples: Discovery Math, Imagine Edgenuity, and AP World History.
- Implemented Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), led teams to interpret data and plan instructional interventions.
- Observed instruction, evaluated teaching and learning in multiple content areas. Hired, supervised, and coached teachers and staff.
Assistant Principal
Kentridge High School
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Led alignment to newly adopted state standards, teacher evaluation system, and curriculum through professional development and individual coaching.
- Increased student participation rate and improved college readiness via Advanced Placement/Dual-Credit courses and AVID program.
- Led outreach events for East African community, to better partner with families and students.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington06-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Education: History
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, Washington06-2005
Skills
- Adult Learning concepts
- Engaging training facilitation
- Specialized technical training
- Integrated learning approaches
- Technology integration strategies
- Proficient lesson facilitation
Certification
- Professional Learning Specialist with Amplify Education. English Language Arts (ELA) Launch, and Strengthen courses.
- School Administrator State of Washington. Professional Certificate #431027B.
Timeline
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify Education
04.2025 - Current
Principal
Tyee Middle School
09.2019 - 06.2024
Assistant Principal
Interlake High School
09.2017 - 06.2019
Assistant Principal
Kentridge High School
09.2013 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Education: History
Pacific Lutheran University
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Association of Washington State Principals Conference; 2017 & 2023
- Association of Middle Level Educators National Conference; 2022
- International Baccalaureate World Conference; 2019
- Seattle University Professional Administrator Certificate; 2017
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