Christina L. Lais
Fort Johnson,NY
Summary
Well-rounded and dynamic education administrator with expertise in curriculum planning and development. Offers student-focused, dynamic communication skills. Experience leading school administration and driving test scores through proven education methods.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Principal
Gloversville Enlarged School District
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Oversaw scheduling processes to ensure optimal class sizes and balanced course offerings for diverse learner needs.
- Coordinated college and career readiness initiatives, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue their post-secondary goals.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align curriculum goals and strategies across all schools.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance student learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Managed budget allocations effectively to support instructional resources, technology upgrades, and facility improvements.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to inform instructional strategies and improve student outcomes.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement in instruction quality.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Instructor
Teach-Now Educatore School of Education
01.2016 - Current
- Through the use of data, instruct prospective teacher candidates in areas such as designing effective assessments, lesson/unit planning and standards based instruction utilizing a virtual classroom
- Perform weekly evaluations of candidates based on their ability to deliver effective instruction, as it relates to the InTASC Core Teaching Standards.
Assistant Principal
Johnstown High School
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Conduct teacher evaluation in alignment with the District APPR Plan to increase the use of innovative instructional practices
- Managed all extra-curricular clubs
- Managed student discipline in a manner to allow students to understand the consequences of their actions, identify that others are impacted by their behavior and learn from their choices
- Alongside of the Building Principal, create and implement a Student Advisory Committee to allow student voices to be a part of school and District decision making
- Work alongside the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to support teachers in identifying priority standards, effective teaching practices and resources to meet the needs of all students
- Assist in the creation of the Master Schedule
- Support the Building Principal in the day-to-day operation of the Building
- Hold various athletic responsibilities
- Support the Building Principal in the development of graduation ceremonies and celebrations during NY PAUSE and COVID-19 Pandemic
- Support the Building Principal in the development of School Re-Opening Plans for the 2020-2021 academic year
- Support the Building Principal in planning for the transition to a Junior-Senior High facility that will house students in grades 7-12, as the district has undergone extensive reorganization
- Support the Building Principal in the creation and implementation of the 2020-2021 Hybrid Learning Model
- Develop and oversee daily COVID-19 protocol to ensure the safety of the building.
Interim Principal
Glebe Street Elementary School
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Responsible for instituting virtual teaching programs, inclusive of summer school planning, during NY PAUSE and COVID-19 Pandemic
- Instrumental in handling school closure during NY PAUSE and COVID-19 Pandemic
- Prepared the building, families, staff and community for the permanent closure Glebe Street Elementary School
- Maintained high standards of student learning
- Interpreted and enforced school and district policies and procedures on daily basis
- Communicated, motivated and engaged with students and faculty on a regular basis
- Served as a liaison between the school, parents and community at large through the coordination of the Glebe Leadership Team which was comprised of members from all stakeholder groups
- Keep Superintendent apprised of school activities and operations, as well as collaborate on effective means to permanently close the school.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Study - School District Leader
The Sage Colleges
Troy, NY12.2024
School Building Leader Certificate Program -
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY08.2018
Master of Literacy -
University at Albany
Albany, NY12.2010
Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education -
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY12.2007
Associate’s Degree in General Studies -
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY05.2005
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and networking
- Instructional Leadership
- Community Engagement
- Inclusive Practices
- Curriculum Development
- Staff Development
- Data-Driven Instruction
Certification
- New York State School Building Leader Certification, 04/2019
- New York State Mathematics (Grades 7-12) Professional Certification, 09/2012
- New York State Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) Professional Certification, 09/2012
- New York State Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) Professional Certification, 09/2012
- New York State Literacy (Birth - Grade 6) Professional Certification, 09/2012
Leadership Experience
District and Building Leadership Team, Broadalbin-Perth CSD, Broadalbin, NY, 07/2016, 06/2018
References
on file on the online application system.
Timeline
High School Principal
Gloversville Enlarged School District
07.2022 - Current
Interim Principal
Glebe Street Elementary School
12.2019 - 06.2020
Assistant Principal
Johnstown High School
07.2018 - 06.2022
Instructor
Teach-Now Educatore School of Education
01.2016 - Current
Certificate of Advanced Study - School District Leader
The Sage Colleges
School Building Leader Certificate Program -
The College of Saint Rose
Master of Literacy -
University at Albany
Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education -
The College of Saint Rose
Associate’s Degree in General Studies -
Fulton Montgomery Community College
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