Kristie Irchirl

• Facilitated weekly professional development meetings for high school math teachers focused on student work, student achievement, teaching and learning rubric, and math curriculum.
• Coached teachers in best practices related to classroom management, curriculum planning, and instruction techniques.
• Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional strategies and share best practices.
• Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
• Provided support to new teachers in classroom management techniques.
• Analyzed data from standardized tests (LEAP 2025 and ACT) in order to evaluate student performance levels.

Founding Principal of Natchitoches Virtual Academy (July 2021 - June 2024)

Principal of Lakeview Junior High School (July 2020 - June 2021)

Principal of Natchitoches Junior High (July 2018 - June 2020)

Principal of LP Vaughn Elementary (July 2016 - June 2018)

• Worked with the Director of Instruction and Curriculum and high school counselors for NCHS, Lakeview, and NPTCC (NPLC) to ensure all high school students were receiving the right courses to complete their pathway for TOPS University or Jumpstart (Virtual Academy)
• Worked with BPCC and NSU to help high school students apply and enroll in Dual Enrollment courses (NSU) or CTE courses for Jumpstart Certifications (BPCC). (Virtual Academy)
• Created all students' schedules in JCAMPUS (Virtual Academy - Grades K - 12)
• Created the schools' Master Schedule and helped to place students in classes based on their previous data and student needs.
• Coordinated professional development sessions to enhance faculty and staff skills and improve instructional quality.
• Managed school budgets and allocated resources to support educational initiatives and ensure financial sustainability.
• Evaluated teacher performance through observations and feedback sessions.
• Advocated for student needs in meetings with stakeholders and parents.
• Managed school administration operations and organized teacher schedules, student registration processes and class orientation sessions.
• Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
• Facilitated communication between teachers, administrators, families and other stakeholders in order to promote collaboration among all participants in the educational process.
• Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
• Analyzed standardized test scores to monitor academic progress and inform curriculum adjustments.
• Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
• Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
• Promoted an atmosphere of respect amongst students by enforcing disciplinary codes consistently throughout the school year.
• Oversaw school budgets, documented changes and tracked expenses to allocate and manage school funds.
• Met and listened to student concerns to encourage, guide, and assist, resulting in improved academics.

Disaggregated Student Data from previous LEAP tests

• Worked closely with the school counselor to create the master schedule and student schedules
• Worked closely with the School Principal to manage day-to-day academic operations, ensure curriculum implementation, and foster a productive learning environment
• Analyzed student and teacher data to identify trends, informing planning for targeted professional development for teachers
• Worked with Master Teaches to Facilitate professional development learning for all teachers
• Supported the School's Master Teachers to ensure weekly PLCs were aligning to the school's goals
• Performed formal and informal teacher observations and evaluations
• Attended IEP, 504, and SBLC meetings
• Coordinated school-wide testing processes, ensuring adherence to state and federal compliance standards.

• Coordinated with school Principal to facilitate daily academic operations, conducted walkthroughs of instructional staff, performed formal and informal observations, and provided feedback to teachers based on COMPASS rubric.
• School Disciplinarian for Grades Pre-K through 8th Grade
• School PBIS Coordinator
• Managed the administration of standardized tests, ensuring compliance with state regulations and procedures.
• Collaborated with SBLC Committee members to develop and implement effective academic strategies.

7th Grade Math Teacher - Lakeview Junior-Senior High School (August 2005 - May 2006)

6-8th Grade Math Teacher - Provencal Junior High School (August 2006 - May 2007)

Algebra I & Algebra II Teacher - Natchitoches Central High School (August 2007 - May 2012)

• Implemented instructional strategies that improved student understanding of mathematical concepts, fostering greater engagement.
• Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum with state educational standards.
• Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and assignments, enabling targeted feedback to address individual learning needs.
• Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
• Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development and implementation strategies.
• Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
• Participated in professional development programs focusing on mathematics education techniques.
• Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on assignments and test results, supporting ongoing academic development.
• Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.