Christina Ifill
Blacklick
Summary
Dynamic education administrator with a proven track record in strategic planning and curriculum design, dedicated to enhancing learning experiences for diverse student populations. Recognized for exceptional productivity, efficiency, and adeptness in staff management. Core competencies include effective communication, problem-solving, and leadership, all contributing to successful educational outcomes. Committed to fostering positive environments that support both student and staff development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Special Education
The Arts and College Preparatory/KIPP Columbus
Columbus
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal stakeholders to ensure adherence to ESSA and IDEA guidelines.
- Directed programming for special education, gifted, 504 plans, social work, school counseling and ELL.
- Managed K-12 academic evaluation instruments, progress tracking methodologies, and data platforms for exceptional learners.
- Guided educators in implementing strategies for creating and overseeing IEPs and 504 Plans.
- Updated school-based special education teams and administrators on IEP development timelines.
- Generated monthly compliance and audit updates for school-based teams.
- Led initiatives at the systems level.
- Exemplified cultural adaptability and advocacy for anti-racism by pursuing ongoing training.
- Established and maintained connections with influential district representatives and essential partners.
- Built and sustained partnerships with external providers.
- Directed design and execution of strategic plans, change initiatives, and leadership training for educational stakeholders to drive impactful instruction in K-12 Special Education, Gifted services, and ELL programs.
- Collaborated with CCS teams and external consultants on various projects.
- Crafted real-time solutions supporting academic and instructional objectives.
- Presented status reports tailored to the needs of diverse stakeholder groups.
- Utilized evidence-based methods to optimize instructional efficiency.
- Supported rigorous teaching practices for all students.
- Monitored educational environments and documented teacher effectiveness.
- Attended conferences, workshops and seminars related to special education laws and regulations.
Elementary School Administrator
West Broad Elementary School
Columbus
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated the School Improvement Plan
- Lead BLT and TBT meetings
- Wrote a $750,000 School Improvement Grant focused on teacher clarity
- Used current research, performance data and feedback from teachers, parents, and students to make decisions on program change and/or modification
- Assessed staff development needs of school personnel
- Conducted classroom observations and gave teacher feedback using OTES
- Developed, implemented and assessed the instructional program for all students
- Oversaw the operations and safety of a 112 year old building
- Assisted in developing guidelines for student conduct and implement appropriate disciplinary procedures to assure a safe and appropriate learning/teaching environment
- Assisted in the development of the master schedule for student/teacher assignment
- Interviewed and select of school personnel
Leadership Intern
West Broad Elementary School
Columbus
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Assisted with planning and implementation of 3GRG intervention ~ Providing support for formative and summative assessments, and monitoring of student progress ~ Conduct classroom visits and supervise instruction ~ Maintain attendance records
- Redesigned the MTSS process and paper flow in Google Docs
- Oversee the nationwide mentorship program, My Brother's Keeper: a program focused on increasing attendance
- Confer with students, parents, and teachers to resolve problems that interfere with learning
- Assist in the supervision of all extracurricular activities
Intervention Specialist
Livingston Elementary School, Brookhaven High School, Marion Franklin High School, Johnson Park Middle School, Africentric Early College
Columbus
08.2002 - 06.2015
- Company Overview: Columbus City Schools
- Evaluated school needs to attain and allocate a one million dollar grant as a member of the Building Leadership Team
- Created and facilitated a group to assist girls with social skills and community service
- Facilitated staff meetings and professional development activities that are aligned with the building Ohio Improvement Plan
- Implement and oversee Individual Education Programs (IEP's) to meet federal and state guidelines
- Columbus City Schools
Summer School Coordinator
Livingston Elementary School
Columbus
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Company Overview: Columbus Public Schools
- Facilitated regularly scheduled meetings with staff
- Conducted classroom visitations and supervised instruction
- Prepared and submitted payroll (certificated and classified)
- Conducted home visits to boost enrollment
- Columbus Public Schools
Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment
Independence High School
Columbus
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Company Overview: Columbus City Schools
- Worked collaboratively with staff to ensure federal and state law and timelines were met
- Served as the liaison between the special education team and the Principal
- Created schedules for all students with an IEP
- Columbus City Schools
Education
EdD Candidate -
Concordia University
Chicago, Illinois05.2027
Masters of Arts - Principal Leadership
Concordia University
Chicago, Illinois05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and English Literature
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio05.1992
Skills
- Systems construction
- Collaborative Team Formation
- Evidence-Based Decision Making
- Community Program Development
- Nurturing Supportive Student Connections
- Inclusive Learning Design
- Expertise in Special Education Law
- Education Strategy Advisory
- Personalized Instructional Approaches
- Cross-Cultural Competence
- Supportive Behavior Management
- Comprehensive Training Facilitation
Certification
- 5 Year Professional Principal License, 07/2024 - 06/2029
- 5 Year Intervention Specialist License, 07/2024 - 06/2029
Honors And Awards
- Certificate of Excellence from the Superintendent, 04/2016, Recognition for successfully coordinating the My Brother's Keeper Mentor program
- Certificate of Achievement from the Superintendent, 12/2014, Recognition for successfully performing the Heimlich maneuver on a choking student
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Special Education
The Arts and College Preparatory/KIPP Columbus
07.2022 - Current
Elementary School Administrator
West Broad Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2022
Leadership Intern
West Broad Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
Summer School Coordinator
Livingston Elementary School
06.2014 - 08.2014
Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment
Independence High School
08.2010 - 06.2011
Intervention Specialist
Livingston Elementary School, Brookhaven High School, Marion Franklin High School, Johnson Park Middle School, Africentric Early College
08.2002 - 06.2015
- 5 Year Professional Principal License, 07/2024 - 06/2029
- 5 Year Intervention Specialist License, 07/2024 - 06/2029
EdD Candidate -
Concordia University
Masters of Arts - Principal Leadership
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and English Literature
Miami University
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