Elizabeth Weis

Experienced Educational Administrator with a strong record curriculum and technology leadership, excelling in team-building, managing multiple priorities, and advancing district-wide instructional initiatives. Brings seven years of experience as a Literacy Specialist, supporting standards-aligned curriculum and instructional coherence. A positive leader of staff and faculty through successful coaching, coordinator roles, and director roles, the development and implementation of district-wide initiatives, and comprehensive curriculum writing that integrates best instructional practices and technology. An educational leader committed to promoting success for all students through equitable, data-informed curriculum design.

Curriculum Leadership & Instructional Systems

Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of district-wide curriculum initiatives, ensuring alignment with instructional priorities, standards, and strategic goals.

Oversaw the development and delivery of ongoing professional learning to support instructional excellence, educator engagement, and effective implementation of district initiatives.

District-wide experience in providing strategic leadership with expertise in both Technology and the Science of Reading.

Instrumental in guiding the implementation and transition from RTI to MTSS, supporting data-informed instructional and intervention practices across grade levels.

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Data Analysis & Assessment Oversight

Analyze and interpret multiple data sources to inform instructional decisions, monitor student growth, and guide program improvement including tools like iReady.

Oversee district assessment systems, including iReady diagnostics and progress monitoring tools.

Trained in and utilized Student Information data reporting systems (SIS) including eSchool and Infinite Campus.

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Professional Development & Capacity Building

Design and facilitate high-impact professional development focused on curriculum implementation, instructional best practices, and educational technology integration.

Executed a wide range of professional development district-wide.

Conference presenter (ASSET): A Day in the Life of a Codester, demonstrating thought leadership in coding and computer science education.

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Educational Technology & Innovation

Lead district-wide technology curriculum integration, including Artificial Intelligence initiative and integration in all subject areas.

Provide strategic oversight of technology-enhanced instruction, including blended and remote learning models.

Proficient in instructional and assessment technologies including iReady, GoGuardian, EdPuzzle, Screencastify, Google Workspace, PearDeck, Discovery Education, Seesaw, Flip, RAZ Kids, Book Creator, and more.

Oversaw technology budget development and monitoring, ensuring fiscal responsibility while supporting high-quality instructional programming and infrastructure.

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Program & Initiative Development

Developed and managed district-wide programs, including Tutor Cats, supporting academic intervention and community outreach.

Led the creation and implementation of building and district initiatives, including the "Say My Name" School Improvement Plan.

Designed and launched a building-wide Makerspace, including curriculum integration, scheduling, and instructional alignment.

Implemented Grade 5 coding curriculum and coordinated staff training using Codesters.

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Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with administrators, educators, and interdepartmental teams to ensure cohesive curriculum implementation and instructional coherence.

Maintain strong family and community partnerships, providing guidance and support related to curriculum and instructional programs.

Chaired the Artificial Intelligence committee guiding policies, practices, and procedures district-wide.

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Instructional Design & Equity

Champion differentiated instruction and equitable access to curriculum through inclusive instructional design and technology-supported learning.

Apply coding and computational thinking principles to curriculum development and student learning experiences.

Ensure curriculum initiatives address the needs of diverse learners across instructional settings.

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Operational & Organizational Leadership

Develop and manage cohesive building schedules, including Makerspace programming and instructional rotations.

Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to support curriculum operations and instructional continuity.

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Instructional Observation & Evaluation

Conducted formal and informal classroom observations aligned to district instructional framework and NYS state standards.

Identified instructional trends and areas of need across classrooms, grade levels, and content areas.

Provided timely, actionable, and growth-oriented feedback to educators based on observation data.

Facilitate reflective post-observation conferences that promote instructional improvement and professional growth.

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