Lisa Gardner
Borden,USA
Summary
Director of Curriculum and Instruction with extensive expertise in enhancing academic quality and support through innovative curriculum strategies and data-driven insights. Skilled in policy development, Reading Science, MTSS implementation, and grant management, leading cross-functional teams to foster continuous improvement in academic programs. Passionate about leveraging analytical skills to drive impactful educational reforms and improve student outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director of Success- MidWest
ThinkCeRca
02.2025 - Current
- Respsbile for creating robust piple across the midest rgeion
- Driving deals to closed won
- Leading acounts from sales to suucess through implementation including change management, implementation professioanl learning, success monrinitoring
- Worked with district and school adminstration to ensure scuess of product of implementation
- Profesvided professioanl on CORE ELAR Tier 1 products, wriitng across across the curriculum, and reading dfoundation and lingusitics coare
- Lead full scale newyork city c]ublic school implemtation through ERMA porscess including NDA and DPA, cloud reviews to esnure scuessful launch of platform for ove 60 schools
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Borden-Henryville School District
Borden, USA
09.2020 - Current
- Directs curriculum and student services, enhancing academic quality and support.
- Leads district-wide grading reform, implementing standards-focused policies.
- Develops MTSS support through restorative practices training.
- Oversees professional development, focusing on reading science and assessment design.
- Manages federal and state grants, ensuring compliance and effective use.
- Spearhead district-wide educational reform, implementing innovative curriculum strategies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in academic programs.
- Leverage data-driven insights to develop targeted professional development initiatives, enhancing teacher effectiveness and student outcomes across the district.
- Lead cross-functional teams in creating and implementing a comprehensive MTSS framework, integrating restorative practices for improved student support.
- Orchestrate the adoption of standards-focused grading policies, significantly enhancing academic rigor and assessment practices district-wide.
- Pioneer the integration of AI and digital learning technologies, securing grants and resources to modernize educational approaches across schools.
- Implement data-driven strategies to enhance teacher effectiveness and student outcomes, leveraging insights for targeted professional development.
District Reading Specialist
West Clark Community Schools
Sellersburg, USA
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Organized training on Orton-Gillingham method to implement requirements of SEA 217-The Dyslexia Law
- Developed district progression for universal screeners, testing schedules, benchmarks, data analysis
- Developed RTI processes for universal, level I, and Level II screeners in compliance with SEA 217
- Created budgets from Title I funding to purchase IDOE approved dyslexia screeners and professional development for WCCS Orton-Gillingham Training
- Trained new WCCS Title I instructional coaches how to use Title I selection criteria to develop Tier 2 and 3 reading interventions
- Trained new WCCS Title I staff on Title I compliance for State and Federal guidelines
- Taught intervention group using Orton-Gillingham method
- Served on district technology committee to develop WCCS 1:1 technology rollout plan and LMS rubric for WCCS staff
- Collaborated with elementary principals and instructional coaches to develop space in master schedule for tier 2 and 3 interventions
- Developed ILEARN writing initiative in response to 2019 ILEARN results
- Created and modeled ILEARN writing professional development sessions for WCCS elementary schools
- Led initiative to include a scope and sequence for explicit phonics instruction based on current reading science
- Led professional development sessions for elementary and middle schools to analyze ILEARN results and created school wide initiative in response to literature and nonfiction text.
- Coached, collaborated and development argumentative writing units for WCCS high schools
- Trained middle school teachers to use the Orton-Gillingham method during Tier 3 instruction
Borden Elementary Title I Instructional Coach
West Clark Community Schools
Borden, USA
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Managed Title I program, ensuring compliance and policy development.
- Facilitated professional learning communities, enhancing teacher collaboration.
- Led district literacy initiatives, modeling effective instructional strategies.
- Coordinated intervention strategies for at-risk students, improving outcomes.
- Developed master schedule in collaboration with administration, optimizing resources.
- Managed Title I program compliance, analyzed intervention data, and coordinated 504 plans to ensure targeted support for at-risk students.
- Partnered with administrators to optimize master schedules, participated in policy development, and contributed to early intervention grant initiatives.
- Executed district literacy goals, facilitated professional development, and led intervention groups, driving measurable improvements in student performance.
- Fostered professional learning communities, enhancing teacher collaboration and facilitating knowledge sharing to elevate instructional practices.
- Pioneered district literacy initiatives, introducing novel instructional strategies that significantly boosted student engagement and comprehension levels.
- Analyzed intervention data to refine 504 plans, ensuring targeted support and resource allocation for students with diverse learning needs.
English Teacher
New Albany High School
New Albany, USA
09.2013 - 05.2015
- Taught 9th and 10th grade English, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated on initiatives for at-risk students, achieving noticeable academic improvement.
- Implemented research-based reading strategies, boosting student literacy and analysis skills.
- Integrated technology in lessons, fostering digital literacy and interactive learning.
- Contributed to assessment committee, aligning curriculum with educational standards.
- Implemented research-based reading and writing strategies, significantly improving student comprehension and academic performance in honors and standard classes.
- Contributed to curriculum development through active participation in pacing guide and common formative assessment committees, enhancing educational standards.
- Spearheaded double block initiative for at-risk 9th graders, providing targeted support and fostering academic growth through team teaching approach.
- Elevated student literacy and analysis skills by implementing research-based reading strategies, leading to notable improvements in comprehension.
English Teacher
Salem High School
Salem, USA
09.2002 - 05.2013
- Taught English 9th, 10th, and 11th grade honors and college prep classes.
- Prepared and developed curriculum using data-based research from ECA scores, student reflection, classroom assessment, and state standards.
- Responsible for organization and instruction of remediation students based on ECA and ISTEP scores.
- Developed summer reading program for 9th and 10th grades and coordinate summer reading for Salem High School each year.
Education
Building Level Administrator License -
Oakland City University
01.2019
30 Credit Hours - Elementary Reading Instruction
Professional Development Institute
01.2015
M.S. - Secondary Education
Indiana University Southeast
01.2008
B.S. - Secondary English Education
Indiana University Southeast
01.2002
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Professional Development
- Grant Management
- Data Analysis
- MTSS Implementation
- Literacy Instruction
- Teacher Training
- Program Coordination
- Budget Management
- Policy Development
- Crisis Intervention
- Assessment Design
References
- Mr. Johnny Budd, Borden-Henryville School Corporation, 812-525-3325
- Mr. Todd Tanksley, Borden-Henryville School Corporation, 812-865-5266
- Dr. Laurie Ferry-Sales, Ferry Consulting, 317-989-9995
Additional Information - Professional Development
- Advisory Board, Indiana Curriculum and Instruction Association
- Presenter, CIESC Reading Summit
- Presenter/Leader, BHSC Mentor Program
- Presenter, WCCS/BHSC ILEARN Writing Initiative
- Presenter, SEA 217
- Presenter, Visible Learning
- Presenter, District Assessment Committee
- Presenter, WCCS Professional Development Day
- Developer, Presenter, District Literacy Goal
- Trainer for development of pacing guides at West Washington School Corporation
- Presenter at New Albany High School Professional Development Day
- Coordinator, Jim Burke Conference at Salem High School
- Teacher Consultant, IUS Writing Project
Timeline
Regional Director of Success- MidWest
ThinkCeRca
02.2025 - Current
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Borden-Henryville School District
09.2020 - Current
District Reading Specialist
West Clark Community Schools
09.2019 - 05.2020
Borden Elementary Title I Instructional Coach
West Clark Community Schools
09.2015 - 08.2019
English Teacher
New Albany High School
09.2013 - 05.2015
English Teacher
Salem High School
09.2002 - 05.2013
Building Level Administrator License -
Oakland City University
30 Credit Hours - Elementary Reading Instruction
Professional Development Institute
M.S. - Secondary Education
Indiana University Southeast
B.S. - Secondary English Education
Indiana University Southeast