RANDI ISAACS-EPSTEIN
Cincinnati,Ohio
Summary
Educational leader with extensive experience in secondary education, specializing in instructional leadership and special education administration. Focused on fostering a positive school culture and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance student outcomes and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Goshen Local School District
Goshen, OH
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinated data-driven Tier 1 and 2 interventions to enhance student outcomes.
- Managed discipline for school population exceeding 900, implementing restorative practices that contributed to a decrease in repeat referrals.
- Created and enforced school-wide discipline procedures, establishing consistent expectations and enhancing communication across the school community.
- Supported over 20 teachers through coaching cycles, classroom observations, and professional development.
- Led professional development and PLC sessions focusing on classroom management and differentiated instruction.
- Collaborated with counselors, department heads, and special education staff to support student needs.
- Acted as district representative for ETR/IEP meetings and expulsion hearings for special education staff.
- Supervised various extracurricular events including sporting activities, dances and field trips..
Curriculum Coordinator/ Excellence in Education Committee
Buckeye Union High School District
Goodyear, AZ
08.2010 - 05.2020
- Curriculum Coordinator/Excellence in Education Committee: Special Education leadership position within the district responsible for the dissemination of the Special Ed district curriculum, the implementation of A+ classes, and the use of E-IEP pro. Committee works collaboratively with the district, the superintendent, and the assistant superintendents.
- Special Ed Dept Head: Met with teachers to implement and oversee compliance with IEP and 504 plans.
- School Discipline Support: Tardies/Truancies, support team from major disciplinary actions, Special Ed Administrator for all Manifest Determination hearings
- #Futureready and Aim High Committee: Led reallocation of funding for student achievement and future-ready citizen initiatives.
Special Education Coordinator
New York City Department of Education
New York, NY
06.2006 - 06.2010
- Led the Special Education Department in an inclusive program. Updated and implemented over 30 Individualized Educational Plans using IEP-Pro.
- Coordinated training sessions for teachers on effective special education strategies, improving instructional practices.
- Adapted curriculum to meet diverse learning needs of students, enhancing access to education.
- Facilitated communication between families and educational staff to ensure alignment on student progress and support.
Athletic Director
New York City Department of Education
New York, NY
06.2006 - 06.2010
- Developed sports programs that met educational standards and addressed student needs, enhancing overall participation and engagement.
- Coordinated athletic events across multiple district schools, fostering collaboration and community involvement.
- Supervised four athletic teams and numerous after-school activities, created athletic budget, hired coaches, and organized practice schedules, games, and fundraising for all teams at UASBYW.
- Managed budgets for athletic departments, ensuring resource allocation and compliance.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, Arizona05-2019
Masters of Science - Education, Special Education
City College of New York, CUNY
New York, New York05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware05-2005
Skills
- educational leadership
- instructional leadership
- curriculum development
- student support services
- data analysis
- conflict resolution strategies
Awards And Affiliations
- AIA Softball Committee, 2015-2020
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certified
- Girl Scouts USA - Life member, Silver Award Winner
- National Fastpitch Coaches Association- Member
- Women’s Fastpitch Softball Association- Member/Player
Coaching Experience
Head Varsity Softball Coach, Buckeye Union High School District, Estrella Foothills High School, Goodyear, AZ, 08/10 - 05/19
- Responsible for 35+ Varsity and Junior Varsity student athletes while managing a full game schedule, coaching 3rd base, pitching coach, creating and implementing practice plans, and teaching softball fundamentals on all levels.
Head Varsity Softball Coach, New York City Department of Education, New York, NY 08/08-06/10
- Responsible for 16 Varsity student athletes while coordinating games, practices, scheduling, fundraising, academic counseling, budgeting, and instructional softball fundamentals
References
Provided Upon Request
Certification
- Ohio, Principal 5-12
- Ohio, Instructional Specialist K-12
- Arizona, Administration: Principalship K-12
- Arizona, Standard Cross-Categorical K-12- Students with Disabilities Highly Qualified- English Language Arts
- Arizona, SEI Endorsement, K-12
- New York, Students with Disabilities Generalist
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Goshen Local School District
08.2021 - Current
Curriculum Coordinator/ Excellence in Education Committee
Buckeye Union High School District
08.2010 - 05.2020
Special Education Coordinator
New York City Department of Education
06.2006 - 06.2010
Athletic Director
New York City Department of Education
06.2006 - 06.2010
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Northern Arizona University
Masters of Science - Education, Special Education
City College of New York, CUNY
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
University of Delaware