Dr. Lisa A. Norton
Nottingham,MD
Summary
Education leader and certified Special Educator with 20+ years of experience leading programs, facilitating teams, ensuring compliance, and improving student outcomes. Expert in analyzing data, managing budgets, coordinating cross-functional teams, and building partnerships with families and community stakeholders. Skilled in training educators, implementing initiatives, and aligning programs with school and district goals to support academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community School Facilitator
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
- Build and sustain partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and residents to enhance engagement and strengthen school effectiveness.
- Develop and implement the Community Schools MSDE Implementation Plan, aligning initiatives with state guidelines, school goals, and stakeholder needs.
- Facilitate asset and needs assessments, gathering input from students, staff, families, service providers, and community partners to guide program planning and improvement.
- Lead and coordinate initiatives, events, and activities aligned with School Progress Plans, evidence-based practices, and community priorities.
- Manage budgets and grant funds, ensuring fiscal accountability and compliance with district and state regulations.
Educational Research Analyst
BEAC
12.2021 - 07.2023
- Conducted research on K–12 educational services, focusing on disparities in special education, multilingual programs, and low-SES populations.
- Presented research findings and actionable recommendations to executive leadership to inform policies, programs, and strategies.
- Developed and implemented initiatives to improve educational services and student outcomes.
- Created reports and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
- Guided leadership teams, staff, and HR departments to optimize program delivery and operations.
- Remote
Reading Specialist
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with educators to develop ELA curriculum standards and differentiate instruction.
- Led initiatives integrating diverse perspectives into curriculum.
- Developed and led parent workshops to increase engagement and communication.
- Served on ILT, SST, PBIS, SPP, Equity Liaison, and Advanced Academics committees.
- Organized schoolwide programs and events to enhance student engagement.
Literacy Leader
Harford County Public Schools
09.2002 - 07.2015
- Designed and led professional development on ELA curriculum, research-based interventions, and assessment compliance.
- Managed assessments, small-group instruction, and ELA programs.
- Mentored teachers and supervised paraeducators.
- Served on School Improvement Team, RTI, and Student Support Team.
Special Educator (Non-Public Placement)
Villa Maria School – Catholic Charities Continuum
08.1998 - 08.2002
- Designed and implemented IEPs for elementary and middle school students with social-emotional and behavioral disorders.
- Led Student Support Team meetings, collaborating with families and service providers.
- Participated in ARD meetings, ensuring compliance with IDEA requirements.
- Provided trauma-informed and SEL instruction, assessments, and documentation.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Education Policy, Organization & Leadership
University of Illinois
Urbana, IL03.2024
Master of Education - Reading Specialist
Towson University
Towson, MDBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NYSkills
- Educational leadership and professional development
- Compliance management
- Team leadership and coordination
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Program design and execution
- Data analysis and progress monitoring
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Community outreach & engagement
Affiliations
- Northeast & Central Area Middle School Community Boundary Change Study
- Northeast Area Elementary School Community Boundary Change Study
- Program Review for Social-Emotional Learning Curriculum
- Program Review Committee for ELA Interventions
Certification
- Educational Administrator I | Maryland State Department of Education
- Reading Specialist | Maryland State Department of Education
- Special Education | Maryland State Department of Education
- Human Resources Dual Certification | Towson University
- Giftedness Knows No Boundaries Micro-Certification | NAGC
Timeline
Community School Facilitator
Baltimore County Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Educational Research Analyst
BEAC
12.2021 - 07.2023
Reading Specialist
Baltimore County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2021
Literacy Leader
Harford County Public Schools
09.2002 - 07.2015
Special Educator (Non-Public Placement)
Villa Maria School – Catholic Charities Continuum
08.1998 - 08.2002
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Education Policy, Organization & Leadership
University of Illinois
Master of Education - Reading Specialist
Towson University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Binghamton University