KRISTEN FOSTER
Niles
Summary
Innovative educational leader with 25+ years of experience driving student success and institutional growth. Skilled in strategic planning, curriculum design, budget management, and human resources. Demonstrated expertise in AI integration in education, interested in higher education instruction, and continued district-wide leadership. Proven ability to build partnerships, foster equity, and lead organizational change.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Teaching and Learning / Assistant Superintendent
Brookfield Local Schools
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as Superintendent Pro Tempore, assisting in oversight of district operations, strategic planning, and academic leadership.
- Lead curriculum development, K-12 RTI/MTSS, PBIS, and Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways.
- Manage CTE grants and Industry-Recognized Credential programs, including a 2025-2026 Community Learning Center.
- Oversee human resources, staff evaluations, and professional development aligned with district goals.
- Collaborate with Board of Education, Superintendent, and Treasurer on budgeting, compliance, and growth strategies.
- Foster partnerships with community, higher education institutions, and local businesses.
- Present district updates at Board meetings and lead data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement.
High School Principal
Brookfield High School
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Directed daily operations, master scheduling, curriculum, and staff development.
- Built career pathways, SEL programs, and pre-apprenticeship opportunities.
- Coordinated compliance, policy enforcement, discipline, and student interventions.
- Strengthened community partnerships and developed local workforce readiness initiatives.
High & Middle School Assistant Principal
Brookfield Schools
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversaw daily school operations, attendance, and compliance.
- Facilitated professional development, Capstone program, and teacher mentoring.
- Supported data analysis, scheduling, hiring, and teacher evaluations.
Elementary & Middle School Substitute Principal (K-8)
Brookfield Local Schools
01.2015 - 01.2017
Teacher
Brookfield Local Schools
01.2000 - 01.2017
- Taught grades 1, 5-8 (Computer Literacy), and Grade 7 ELA with an Accomplished rating.
- Served in leadership roles including Building Leadership Team, ELA Teacher Leader, SLO Review Committee.
- Developed curriculum, facilitated professional development, and coordinated student activities such as Career Day, Prep Bowl, and School Newspaper.
- Awarded 2011 Class Act Teacher Award.
Education
Superintendent Licensure -
Concordia University
01.2022
Principal Licensure (PK-12) - undefined
Concordia University
01.2013
Master of Educational Leadership - undefined
Concordia University/OAESA
01.2013
Bachelor of Science in Education - undefined
Youngstown State University
01.2000
Associate of Applied Business - Legal Assisting
01.1995
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Visionary Leadership
- Curriculum Development & Instructional Design
- Budget & Resource Management
- Data Analysis & AI Integration in Education
- Employee training and development
- Career Pathways & Workforce Readiness
- Conflict Resolution & Legal Compliance
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Effective Communication & Collaboration
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Certification
- OTES 2.0 | OPES 2.0 | OSCES
- Superintendent: Ohio | Principal: Ohio PK-12 | Teacher: Ohio 1-8
Additional Field Experience
- Superintendent Internship – Brookfield Local Schools (2021–2022)
- Administrative Internship – Brookfield Middle School (240 hrs, 2012–2013)
- Summer School Teacher – Howland Local Schools (2001)
- Student Teaching – Liberty & Howland Schools (2000)
- Teacher Assistant – Struthers Middle School (1999)
Timeline
Director of Teaching and Learning / Assistant Superintendent
Brookfield Local Schools
01.2022 - Current
High School Principal
Brookfield High School
01.2019 - 01.2022
High & Middle School Assistant Principal
Brookfield Schools
01.2017 - 01.2019
Elementary & Middle School Substitute Principal (K-8)
Brookfield Local Schools
01.2015 - 01.2017
Teacher
Brookfield Local Schools
01.2000 - 01.2017
Principal Licensure (PK-12) - undefined
Concordia University
Master of Educational Leadership - undefined
Concordia University/OAESA
Bachelor of Science in Education - undefined
Youngstown State University
Associate of Applied Business - Legal Assisting
Superintendent Licensure -
Concordia University
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