Christina Issac
Whigham,USA
Summary
Dedicated educator and assistant principal with a Master’s Degree in BrainSMART Teaching, an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and a Doctorate in Reading Education acquired through Nova Southeastern University in a distance learning format. Extensive background in teaching diverse populations of students and experience in leading within the educational community. Continually seeking new ways to improve, protect and equalize the education of all students. Results-driven Assistant Principal specializing in student transition, graduation tracking, and parent communication. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and enhance school climate, contributing to a supportive educational environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Cairo High School
Cairo, GA
07.2021 - Current
- Making connections with middle schools to prepare student transition to high school.
- Working to progress monitor 9th Grade students on their track to graduation.
- Communicate with parents to remedy issues before they become an obstacle in their education.
- Active Process Champion within "Capturing Kids Hearts" Program.
- Disciplinarian for grades 9-12.
- Guide organizational efforts to promote positive school climate and culture.
Assistant Principal
Southside Elementary School
Cairo, Georgia
07.2017 - 06.2021
- Created Master Schedule for grades P-5, yearly.
- Communicated with parents in relation to their child's academics and behavior.
- Collaborated with leadership team to carry out action steps to reach SIP goals.
- Served as first line of communication for teacher questions and concerns.
Assistant Principal
Washington Middle School
Cairo, USA
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Builds and maintains meaningful relationships with parents and vital members of the community.
- Observe, evaluate and supervise teachers and staff to further the school’s vision.
- Supervise the daily operations of the school, focusing on safety and areas of needed improvement.
- Organize and facilitate extracurricular activities that involve students, parents, and community members.
- Handle student disciplinary issues and coordinate improvement plans with teachers and parents.
- Manage custodial staff on a daily basis to ensure a clean and healthy educational environment.
- Volunteer to sponsor a group of student dancers to enhance their learning experience.
- Successful completion of any tasks assigned by the building principal with a smile.
Educator
Washington Middle School
Cairo, USA
08.2000 - 07.2015
- Collaboration with the science department to prepare for upcoming state requirements on standardized tests.
- Develops grade appropriate lesson plans with innovative curriculum for Science and Geography that makes connections to the real-world for increased student retention.
- Actively involved in the Response to Intervention process to help students to experience success in middle school.
- Yearly sponsor of regional informational meetings with the creator of the BrainSMART program from Nova Southeastern University to continuously inform teachers of the enormous possibilities that this program holds for underachieving students in the county.
Education
Doctorate - Reading Education
Nova Southeastern University
01.2017
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
01.2006
Master of Education - BrainSMART Teaching (Brain Research)
Nova Southeastern University
01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Grades Math and Science
University of North Florida
01.1999
Associate of Arts -
Florida Community College at Jacksonville
01.1996
Skills
- Student transition
- Graduation tracking
- Parent communication
- School climate promotion
- Disciplinary management
- School leadership collaboration
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Cairo High School
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Principal
Southside Elementary School
07.2017 - 06.2021
Assistant Principal
Washington Middle School
07.2015 - 06.2017
Educator
Washington Middle School
08.2000 - 07.2015
Doctorate - Reading Education
Nova Southeastern University
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Education - BrainSMART Teaching (Brain Research)
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Grades Math and Science
University of North Florida
Associate of Arts -
Florida Community College at Jacksonville