Dr. Kristi McIntosh
Bryant,Arkansas
Summary
Experienced educator with a track record of leading, teaching, motivating, and utilizing technology to improve student and staff performance. Skilled in education, technology, culture, literacy, curriculum, and personal development. Diligent educator with expertise in educational leadership and student development. Successfully implemented programs to enhance student performance and support teacher growth. Ability to foster collaboration and manage administrative tasks effectively.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Assistant Principal
Pulaski County Special School District
01.2020 - 06.2025
- Align and implement curriculum for ELA, Math, and Science
- Evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs and initiatives
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Support a data driven, collaborative culture and a culture of lifelong learning
- Analyze student performance data and adjust instructional strategies as needed
- Incorporate technology to enhance learning experiences that foster 21st-century skills
Adjunct Professor
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Plan & create lectures, discussions, & assignments aligned with higher education standards.
- Develop and manage syllabi and course materials
- Designed The Science of Reading course materials for the University
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Taught multiple Reading courses, providing instruction to up to 250 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
Deputy Superintendent/Director of Learning Services
Lee County School District
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Analyze student performance data to identify trends, gaps, areas for growth and achievement.
- Direct the development, evaluation, implementation of P-12 curricula, ensuring alignment with academic standards, programs, and initiatives
- Design, organize, and lead professional development throughout the District
School Improvement Specialist
Arkansas Department of Education
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Implement and monitor a meaningful, realistic school improvement plan for districts
- Provide technical assistance & direct services to districts by interpreting laws/policies.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop differentiated instruction techniques, resulting in increased student engagement.
- Implemented a rigorous curriculum that fostered critical thinking skills in students across all subjects.
- Organized workshops and training sessions for educators to promote innovative teaching methods.
State Standards Core Coach
Tennessee Department of Education
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Collaborate with various districts throughout the state to implement the Science of Reading
- Provide support to districts transitioning to the new standards, including professional development and resources for teachers and districts.
- Provide mentorship & coaching to teachers, refine various teaching strategies & practices
Teacher/Teacher Leader
Memphis Shelby County School District
01.2006 - 06.2016
- Collaborate with colleagues & administrators to align curriculum & school-wide goals
- Analyze student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust teaching strategies as needed
- Provide mentorship and coaching to teachers, helping them refine their teaching practices and navigate challenges in the classroom
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Education
Human Services and Education
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN08-1998
Master of Arts - K-8 Curriculum & Instruction
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN12-2005
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership and Administration P-12
Union University
Jackson, TN12-2018
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Restorative practices
- School improvement
- Student and parent relations
- Parent communication
Accomplishments
- Managed school operations for 900 + students.
- Awarded My Favorite Educator Award.
- Improved student state summative testing scores to attain district, state, and federal standards.
- Increased overall student academic performance on standardized tests and becoming one of the top 100 Schools in the Nations.
- Spearheaded school improvement plan implementation which redefined performance goals and exceeded District and state benchmarks.
- Delivered curriculum training opportunities to academic staff resulting in collectively higher-grade point average by 41% for the entire school.
- Supervised team of 70 staff members.
Certification
- Building Administrator License - PK12
- Elementary and Middle School License - K8
- The Science of Reading Assessor Training
- Ortho-Gillingham Dyslexia Training
Timeline
Secondary Assistant Principal
Pulaski County Special School District
01.2020 - 06.2025
Deputy Superintendent/Director of Learning Services
Lee County School District
07.2019 - 07.2020
Adjunct Professor
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
08.2018 - 08.2023
School Improvement Specialist
Arkansas Department of Education
05.2016 - 07.2019
State Standards Core Coach
Tennessee Department of Education
01.2013 - 06.2016
Teacher/Teacher Leader
Memphis Shelby County School District
01.2006 - 06.2016
Human Services and Education
The University of Memphis
Master of Arts - K-8 Curriculum & Instruction
The University of Memphis
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership and Administration P-12
Union University
Publications
The Impact of Educator Preparation Programs on Teachers' Effectively Delivering Instruction in Foundational Reading Skills, ProQuest LLC, 2018