CHRISTINA THOMPSON
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Oakleaf High School, adept in personnel management and instructional leadership. Excelled in fostering community engagement, driving school safety, and championing data-driven instruction. Recognized for relationship building, innovative thinking, and a proactive mindset. Balances organizational leadership, with critical thinking, to consistently advance educational excellence and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Oakleaf High School
09.2018 - Current
- Directed and coordinated the scheduling of teachers, support staff, and students- Master Schedule Coordinator, Testing Coordinator, FTE Administrator, Staff Contractual Duty Facilitator, Summer School Coordinator
- Evaluated curricula, teaching methods and programs to determine effectiveness, efficiency and use and to comply with federal, state and local regulations-AICE Administrator, Senior Administrator/Grad Tracker, Teacher/Support Evaluator, County leader for Classroom Walkthroughs
- Served decision maker, and liaison, between: district administration, staff members, parents, guardians, community organizations, other stakeholders in education- Lead Principal Reviews, Representative District Hearings, Representative School Board Hearings, Parent/Teacher conferences, Grade Level Administrator (all levels 9-12)
- Managed emergency response protocols during crisis situations. Responsible for the safety and security, of both students and staff- Title IX team lead, Threat Assessment Team Lead, and Emergency Response Coordinator
- Mentor for the Novice AP Program, Mentor for Aspiring AP Program, Professional Development Coordinator
- Oversaw daily operations, and special events, of the school including: Events Coordinator, Facilities/Work Order Administrator, Property Inventory Coordinator, Commencement Coordinator, Open House
- Recruited, hired, trained, retained and evaluated primary and supplemental staff
- Reviewed applications for new hires; interviewed candidates; selected qualified personnel; coordinated orientation activities
- Retained through supportive measures, and recognition- Staff of the Week/Month, professional development, transparent dialogue, consistent communication, leadership promotion, mentorship, personal connections
- Created marketing materials/promotions, used to drive community engagement, and to deliver school related information- Webmaster, Social Media Coordinator, Community Connections Coordinator
- Counseled and provided guidance to students/parents/staff regarding personal, academic, vocational, or behavioral issues
- Provided support services for at-risk students including counseling referrals and academic intervention plans -Administrator over Guidance
Teacher/Softball Coach
Oakleaf High School
08.2010 - 09.2018
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation
- Delivered engaging lesson plans, inspiring learners to explore topics outside of class time
- Adapted curriculum, addressing needs of scholars with varying abilities and cultural backgrounds
- Differentiated instruction using hands-on, active learning techniques
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, implementation of best practices, professional development activities and sharing resources across grade levels- Department Head, Peer Mentor Program
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns
- Delivered Oakleaf High School their first state championship, and #1 in the nation ranking
- Only Clay County Softball Coach to be named NFHS State Coach of the year for all classifications
High School Math Teacher
Boca Raton Community High School
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Demonstrated mathematical expertise by maintaining knowledge in field
- Fostered student learning of mathematics through innovative, effective teaching practices
- Used technology-based teaching and communication platforms to aid students in development of competencies
- Prepared objectives and outlined for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and requirements of states and schools
- Facilitated small group discussions on complex mathematical topics using inquiry-based methods
- Used measurable data to track student performance and enrich progress with visible results
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
05.2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Marketing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2005
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Critical Thinking and Judgment
- Relationship building and networking
- Personnel Management/ Deescalation techniques
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- School Facilities and Operations
- School Security and Safety Procedures
- Performance monitoring
- Organizational Leadership
References
- Matthew Boyack, Principal, Oakleaf High School, Direct Supervisor, (904) 336-8375, matthew.boyack@myoneclay.net
- Treasure Pickett, Director Of K-12 Academic Support Services, Clay County School District, Supervisor/Former Principal, treasure.pickett@myoneclay.net
- Addison Davis, Former Superintendent Clay/ Partner Strategos, Strategos Group, Former Supervisor, (904) 651-7970, Adavis@strategosgroup.com
- Roger Dailey, Chief Academic Officer, Clay County School District, Supervisor/NEFEC Mentor, Roger.Dailey@myoneclay.net
- Amanda Stilianou, Principal, Clay Virtual School, Former Colleague (AP At OHS), amanda.stilianou@myoneclay.net
- Jay Stilianou, Coordinator Of District Athletics And Development, Clay County School District, Colleague Athletics, john.stilianou@myoneclay.net
Certifications and Accomplishments
- Level II Florida School Principal Certification
- FLDOE Professional Certificate: Educational Leadership
- FLDOE Professional Certificate: Mathematics 5-9
- FLDOE Professional Certificate: Physical Education K-12
- Clinical Educator
- Florida Model Trained
- Florida Civics Seal of Excellence
- 2024 Clay County School District Assistant Principal of the Year
- 2017 NFHS Florida State Softball Coach of the Year
- 2017 Florida Dairy Framer's State Softball Coach of the Year
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Oakleaf High School
09.2018 - Current
Teacher/Softball Coach
Oakleaf High School
08.2010 - 09.2018
High School Math Teacher
Boca Raton Community High School
08.2006 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Marketing
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
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