LISA DANIS
Calgary,AB
Summary
Collaborative, supportive, experienced and effective leader with a proven track record at Rundle College. Adept at fostering inclusive, positive, growth-focused cultures and driving continuous improvement. Skilled in strategic thinking, building relationships, developing staff, and mentorship. Excel in communication and organizational skills. Passionate, life-long learner with a youthful, authentic and courageous spirit.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal, Primary Program
Rundle College
09.2011 - Current
- Successfully lead an inclusive learning community with evidence-informed teaching and learning, a culture of high expectations, and low staff turnover and low student attrition
- Cultivate a collaborative "team" mentality that embraces a growth-mindset, and fosters a positive, cohesive staff culture
- Develop and implement metrics to analyze data, consistently working towards continuous improvement
- Actively engagemed in recruitment efforts and mentoring new and experienced staff
- Fully invested in career and life-long learning, including coursework, conferences, and seeking feedback through listening tours, an open door culture, and feedback forms
- Organize special events for parents and students as well as team-building activities, social events, and interactive staff meetings to foster connections, and build staff morale/community
Teacher- Librarian and Teacher
Strathcona Tweedsmuir School
09.1998 - 06.2011
- Collaborated with grade teams to build creative units, providing an array of supportive resources
- Designed and implemented an array of literary learning experiences for K- grade 6 students and assisted grades 7-12 students
- Led professional development experiences that focused on literacy, design thinking, and information sciences
- Worked in partnership with classroom and homeroom teachers to elevate and personalize the academic program
- Organized special literary and information events including guest speakers, special presentations and the dynamic Marti Mckay Week for the K-12 program (for students and parents of K-12 students)
- Participated in IB and CAIS accreditations
- Actively involved in supporting the co-curricular program including coaching and outdoor education and positively contributing to STS culture
Teacher
Strathcona Tweedsmuir School
09.1998 - 06.2006
- Homeroom teacher in both division one and division two
- Engaged in collaborative planning with grade and divisional colleagues,
- Technology lead - leadership role in the implementation of Alberta's first one to one learning - laptop
- Committed to coaching and supporting the outdoor education program: grades 4-12 ( including many overnight excursions and co-leading trips)
Teacher ( Division 2)
Crofton House
09.1995 - 06.1998
- Taught a rigourous, personalized academic program
- Worked collaboratively with grade and division team to elevate the curriculum and co-curricular offerings
- Coached volleyball,supported outdoor education experiences, including overnight field trips and active in an array of co-curricular activities
- Proudly committed to positively contributing to and promoting Crofton culture
Education
Diploma of Independent School Leadership
CAIS Leadership Institute
07-2018
Master of Arts - Education, Educational Leadership
San Diego State University
San Diego, California08-1999
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Curriculum & Social Studies
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC05-1988
Skills
- Team Builder of a positive, supportive, collaborative culture
- Highly effective leader of a learning community
- Model commitment to professional learning
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strategic, innovative thinker
- Excellent skills in developing, supporting, and mentoring staff
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Big picture" visionary
- Event planning - thrive on organizing highly successful community building events and fundraising endeavours
- Model wellness, strength, empathy, and kindness
Timeline
Principal, Primary Program
Rundle College
09.2011 - Current
Teacher- Librarian and Teacher
Strathcona Tweedsmuir School
09.1998 - 06.2011
Teacher
Strathcona Tweedsmuir School
09.1998 - 06.2006
Teacher ( Division 2)
Crofton House
09.1995 - 06.1998
Diploma of Independent School Leadership
CAIS Leadership Institute
Master of Arts - Education, Educational Leadership
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Curriculum & Social Studies
University of Victoria
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