CHRYSTAL THOMAS
Belton,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable instructional leader with a robust background in educational leadership, fostering academic achievement, and professional development. Enhanced student performance and cultivated a positive school culture through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts. Demonstrated leadership needed to drive school improvement and ensure every member of the learning community grows.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal
Sampson-Howard Elementary School, Temple Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
- Building a culture of high expectations for staff and students
- Leading curriculum development initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Implementing data-driven strategies to improve school-wide instructional practices and outcomes.
- Coordinating professional development programs for faculty, fostering continuous learning and growth.
- Coaching administrators and teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and professional behavior.
Principal, Scott Elementary, an IB World School
Temple Independent School District
2016 - 2024
- Successfully led change initiatives while maintaining a healthy campus climate and morale. Initiatives include:
- Redesigned academic intervention practices
- Became a showcase campus for blended learning implementation
- Continued the growth and development of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program
- Developed an assessment cycle that equips teachers to make timely instructional decisions
- Participated in Courageous Principals training through Deloitte Learning Academy
- Earned campus distinctions in the area of Top 25 Percent: Comparative Academic Growth
Assistant Principal, Scott Elementary, an IB World School
Temple Independent School District
2013 - 2016
- Provided leadership in planning and supervising the development of the Primary Years Programme, which led to Scott becoming an authorized International Baccalaureate School
- Used a systems view to develop master schedules that support district and program requirements, as well as campus-level expectations
- Designed professional development that reflects best practices
Instructional Coach, Raye-Allen Elementary
Temple Independent School District
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed teacher expertise through instructional coaching and mentoring to improve classroom instruction for all learners
- Worked with teachers and campus/district administration to analyze student data, diagnose instructional needs, and identify research-based instructional strategies to close achievement gaps
- Provided high-quality professional development for teachers across the district
Classroom Teacher, Miller Heights Elementary
Belton Independent School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Wrote and received the Project Innovate Grant which provided the campus with iPads
- Developed district-wide curriculum for ELAR, Math, and Science
- Acted as a mentor for new teachers in the areas of academics and classroom management
Classroom Teacher, Iduma Elementary, an IB World School
Killeen Independent School District
01.2008 - 01.2010
Classroom Teacher
American Community School of Lebanon
01.2007 - 01.2008
Classroom Teacher
Whitman Academy
01.2004 - 01.2005
Classroom Teacher, Hickory Hills Elementary School
Marietta City Schools
01.2003 - 01.2004
Education
Doctorate - Organizational Development and Change
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2025
Instructional Design and Technology Certification -
Bowling Green State University
01.2022
Superintendent Certification Coursework Completed -
Texas A&M Central Texas
01.2016
Master of Education - Educational Leadership and Policy Study
Texas A&M Central Texas
01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas Christian University
01.2003
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Professional development design and delivery
- Curriculum implementation
- Strategic leadership
- Faculty collaboration and ownership
- Data-driven instruction
- Instructional leadership
- Relationship building
- Group facilitation and presentations
- School culture and high expectations
Certification
- Principal (EC-6)
- Classroom Teacher: Generalist EC-4, Elementary Self-Contained 1-8, Elementary Reading 1-8, English as a Second Language 1-8, Texas Read Academy (in progress)
Timeline
Principal
Sampson-Howard Elementary School, Temple Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
Instructional Coach, Raye-Allen Elementary
Temple Independent School District
01.2012 - 01.2013
Classroom Teacher, Miller Heights Elementary
Belton Independent School District
01.2010 - 01.2012
Classroom Teacher, Iduma Elementary, an IB World School
Killeen Independent School District
01.2008 - 01.2010
Classroom Teacher
American Community School of Lebanon
01.2007 - 01.2008
Classroom Teacher
Whitman Academy
01.2004 - 01.2005
Classroom Teacher, Hickory Hills Elementary School
Marietta City Schools
01.2003 - 01.2004
Principal, Scott Elementary, an IB World School
Temple Independent School District
2016 - 2024
Assistant Principal, Scott Elementary, an IB World School
Temple Independent School District
2013 - 2016
Doctorate - Organizational Development and Change
Bowling Green State University
Instructional Design and Technology Certification -
Bowling Green State University
Superintendent Certification Coursework Completed -
Texas A&M Central Texas
Master of Education - Educational Leadership and Policy Study
Texas A&M Central Texas
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Texas Christian University