Toby Blair
Mustang,Oklahoma
Summary
A servant leader with a proven track record of starting a new school and new departments. Excels in working collaboratively to fulfill the mission and vision of the organization and enhance key performance indicators.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director of College and Career Planning
Oklahoma City Public Schools
2023.06 - Current
- Guided staff through a period of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration in building a K-12 vertical articulation of skills, knowledge, and experiences.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
Principal
Mustang Public Schools
2018.07 - 2023.06
- Collaborated with all stakeholders in the school community to start a new middle school in the district.
- Established collaborative teams using the PLC model that promoted the use of data to drive instructional practices.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
Assistant Principal
Mustang Public Schools
2013.07 - 2018.06
- Partnered with principal to align programming to the mission and vision of the school.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations, feedback sessions, PLC meetings and leading professional development.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
Assistant Principal
Norman Public Schools
2011.07 - 2013.06
- Partnered with principal to align programming to the mission and vision of the school.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives (PLC), fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Championed extracurricular activities that promoted well-rounded student development beyond academics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OKMaster of Arts - Education Administration
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OKSkills
- Collaboration
- Community Engagement
- Innovation and Creativity
- Leadership Development
- Partnership Development
- Program Management
- Relationship Building
Certification
Oklahoma State Department of Education Teacher, Principal, and Superintendent Certification - Teacher #233383 - 6/30/2028
Timeline
Executive Director of College and Career Planning
Oklahoma City Public Schools
2023.06 - Current
Principal
Mustang Public Schools
2018.07 - 2023.06
Assistant Principal
Mustang Public Schools
2013.07 - 2018.06
Assistant Principal
Norman Public Schools
2011.07 - 2013.06
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Southwestern Oklahoma State University