Lisa Brown
St. Charles,IL
Summary
Over thirty years in education, demonstrating leadership in academic initiatives, curriculum development, and professional growth. Successfully implemented strategic plans and fostered collaborative environments, enhancing both student and teacher engagement. Committed to educational innovation and mentoring future educators at the collegiate level.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
St. Patrick Catholic School
St. Charles, IL
01.2017 - Current
- Utilized NCEA standards and benchmark to assess school, developed and implemented five-year strategic school plan
- Evaluated instructional staff within the diocesan modified Danielson framework utilizing Evaluwise
- Developed team data meeting structure utilizing school data to form instruction
- Developed interdisciplinary English Language Arts and Social Studies experience in grades 6-8
- Started curriculum mapping process to align educational standards across grades.
- Worked collaboratively to rewrite school mission and vision statements and develop core values
- Established Faith Families program to foster community and leadership among students
- Initiated the National Catholic Academic Decathlon for the Diocese
- Piloted the ARK religion assessment for the Diocese
- Initiated annual Color Run fundraiser, enhancing school spirit and community engagement
- Redesigned school website, enhancing user experience and accessibility of information for stakeholders
Principal
St. Michael School
Wheaton, IL
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Utilized NCEA benchmarks to assess school for Advance Ed accreditation
- Cultivated professional learning culture to enhance teacher collaboration and student outcomes
- Created professional learning community structure
- Worked collaboratively to rewrite school mission and vision statement and strategic school plan
- Revised school daily schedule to maximize uninterrupted learning blocks for primary reading and math instruction
- Created five-year technology plan, implemented use of SMART boards, iPads, and Apple TVs in all classrooms
- Established use of The Daily Five framework in elementary classrooms to facilitate whole group to small group instruction and differentiation
- Designed and launched Annual Fund to secure financial support for school initiatives
- Initiated Annual Day of Giving
- Developed and launched an alumni program to foster connections between former students and the school community.
Assistant Principal
St. Joan of Arc School
Lisle, IL
01.2012 - 01.2014
Grade 3 teacher
St. Joan of Arc School
Lisle, IL
01.2004 - 01.2012
- 2011 National Blue Ribbon Award Winner
- Authored application detailing school’s curriculum and instruction, contributing to National Blue Ribbon Award recognition in 2011.
- Prepared application demonstrating the school’s existing science projects and science program, highlighting the growth of the STEM initiative and demonstrating how the NASA program would enhance the teacher's ability to educate students
- Participated in NASA’s Teaching From Space MicroGravity Experience
- Director of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
- Responsible for Teacher Evaluations
- Coordinated professional development sessions for staff, enhancing instructional strategies and supporting teacher growth.
- Utilized NCEA Benchmarks to assess school for Advance Ed Accreditation
- Dean of Discipline
- Oversaw scheduling and resource allocation for school facilities, optimizing usage to support educational activities.
Grade 5 teacher
St. Rita of Cascia School
Aurora, IL
01.2001 - 01.2004
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Community Unit School District 303
St. Charles, IL
01.1995 - 01.2001
Grade 3 teacher
Transfiguration of our Lord School
Chicago, IL
01.1985 - 01.1989
Education
M.Ed. - School Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL01.2012
B.A. - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL01.1985
A.A.S. - Nursing
Truman College
Chicago, IL01.1982
Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame, IN01.1980
Skills
- Educational leadership
- Staff evaluation
- Strategic planning
- Staff evaluation
- Professional development
- Data analysis
- Educational leadership
Education And Licenses
- Professional Educator License, Elementary Education (formerly Type 3), General Administrative (formerly Type 75)
- M.Ed. School Leadership, Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, IL, 01/01/10, 12/31/12
- B.A. Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL, 01/01/83, 12/31/85
- A.A.S. Nursing, Truman College, Chicago, IL, 01/01/80, 12/31/82
- Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN, 01/01/79, 12/31/80
Leadership Experience
- Standards Based Grading Facilitator, 01/01/13, 12/31/17, Conducted workshops for Diocesan teachers
- AdvancEd Team Leader, 01/01/13, 12/31/15
- Diocese of Joliet Curriculum Advisory Board Member, 01/01/13, 12/31/17
- Professional Learning Communities Facilitator, 01/01/12, 12/31/17, Developed and coordinated school leadership team, Initiated and implemented horizontal and vertical PLCs at St. Joan of Arc School, Provided ongoing professional development to St. Joan of Arc School staff to strengthen PLC development, Assisted Father Paul Sims with Diocesan PLC training sessions
- Diocese of Joliet Technology Committee Member, 01/01/12, 12/31/13
- Diocese of Joliet Assessment Committee Member, 01/01/14, 12/31/17
- Diocese of Joliet Evaluation Team Member, 01/01/11, 12/31/13, Glen Ellyn, IL, Joliet, IL
- Elementary Section Leader, St. Joan of Arc School, Lisle, IL, 01/01/11, 12/31/14, Facilitated bi-monthly elementary sectional meetings, Responsible for communicating administrative information, Created agenda---facilitated learning circles and teacher collaboration
- Textbook Coordinator/ Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, St. Joan of Arc School, Lisle, IL, 01/01/05, 12/31/14, Responsible for inventory of all school textbooks and materials, Accountable for coordinating adoption of curriculum materials and programs, Responsible for creating a yearly textbook and materials budget, responsible for ordering textbooks and materials
Timeline
Principal
St. Patrick Catholic School
01.2017 - Current
Principal
St. Michael School
01.2014 - 01.2017
Assistant Principal
St. Joan of Arc School
01.2012 - 01.2014
Grade 3 teacher
St. Joan of Arc School
01.2004 - 01.2012
Grade 5 teacher
St. Rita of Cascia School
01.2001 - 01.2004
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Community Unit School District 303
01.1995 - 01.2001
Grade 3 teacher
Transfiguration of our Lord School
01.1985 - 01.1989
M.Ed. - School Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
B.A. - Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education
Northeastern Illinois University
A.A.S. - Nursing
Truman College
Saint Mary's College