Management System Learning
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C O N T A C T
P R O F E S S I O N A L
P R E S E N T A T I O N S
“Embedding Digital Citizenship in Everyday
Practice” session for Learning.com Summit
2023
“Beyond Language Barriers: Fostering Agency
& Inclusion for English Learners” session for
AZALAS Conference
Webinar panel member for The Art of Education
University
Reading Report Cards and TeacherFamily
Meetings” session for PESD Parent/Family
Educator
“Decoding SAMR” session for Learning.com
Summit 2025
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P R O F I L E
Innovative and accomplished educator with 20+ years of experience, adept at adapting to new technologies and educational landscapes. Proven success in systemic design, instructional planning, program implementation and management, adult learning design and training systems, with a strong focus on technology integration. Holds a Master's in Education (Reading) and a Doctorate in Teaching and Learning. Excels in planning, problem-solving, and scaffolding learning structures. Currently licensed in Illinois and Arizona.
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
Coordinator for Staff Development
Pendergast Elementary School District #92
E-Learning and Training Platforms
Led the design and implementation of a system-wide LMS to support employee professional learning, collaborating with IT to ensure seamless user integration across platforms and departments. Developed and executed system-wide implementation plans for digital curricular and assessment platforms. Partnered with vendors to monitor usage and drive performance.
Leveraged data to generate reports for organizational leadership, informing decision-making and driving systemic growth towards goals. Onboarding and Mentoring
Designed and implemented a comprehensive system-wide onboarding program.
Secured over $1 million in grant funding to hire multiple employees for program support.
Managed and trained mentors through targeted professional development to enhance their effectiveness in assisting new employees.
Curriculum and Instruction
Led a comprehensive curriculum resource adoption across four content areas.
Designed and facilitated professional learning for employees in specialized content areas.
Leadership and Innovation
Created and implemented an annual Education Innovation conference to promote best practices.
Created the Educational Services section of the organization website to improve communication and resource accessibility.
Coordinated system-wide events, including new employee orientation. Additional Experience
Coached instructional coaches, applying adult learning principles to foster equitable access and academic growth for students. Taught a Structured English Immersion course leading to a 45-hour state certificate (Arizona).
2019 - Present
A b i g a i l F l i s t e r, E d . D .
S K I L L S
Training Adult Learners
LMS design, implementation, and management
Create hybrid adult learning experiences through
interactive platform design
Flexible and inventive with data-driven use of
andragogical skill sets.
Technical Writing Skills
Handbooks
Training materials
Grant Writing
Competitive grant awards of approximately $1.5
million over the course of 5 years.
Coaching & Mentoring
Long and short term goal planning
Systemic frameworks and structure design to
increase organizational improvement goals
Design, implement, and evaluate an induction
program
Design and deliver training
Provide job-embedded coaching
AI User & Trainer
Provide research to support the development of
board policy
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Doctorate in Teaching and Learning
Northcentral University - Los Angeles, CA
2022 -Specializing in Adult Learning and Mentoring Masters of Education
Olivet Nazarene University - Joliet, IL
2014 -Reading Specialist
Bachelor of Arts
Martin Luther College - New Ulm, MN
2002 -Education
E D U C A T I O N
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E S E X P E R T I S E
Learning Management System design
and management
Systems and structures design and
implementation
Application of Professional
Standards for Program Evaluation
Google suite usage, learning, and
coding
Adult learning curriculum design and
implementation
Coaching, students and adults
Mentoring, students and adults
Program design and implementation
Event planning
A b i g a i l F l i s t e r, E d . D .
Phoenix Collegiate Academy - 2014-2016
Charter School - Phoenix, AZ
Illinois Lutheran Schools - 2009-2014
Private Lutheran Grade School - Crete, IL
K-8 Classroom Teaching Experience 2002-2016
Summary of Skills and Experience:
Comprehensive Classroom Management & Curriculum Development: Proven ability to manage diverse classrooms (K-8, multiple grades), including lesson planning, curriculum design, assessment analysis, grading, and engaging activities. Differentiated Instruction & Diverse Student Populations: Expertise in adapting teaching methods and curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners (grades 1-12), enhancing reading skills, and fostering student engagement. Enrichment & Extracurricular Leadership:
Experience in integrating fine arts, implementing specialized teaching strategies (Kennedy Center), and coaching students in extracurricular activities. Parent & Community Engagement:
Dedicated to open communication with parents and students, with availability for extended support. Safety & Preparedness: Certified in Basic First Aid, CPR, and CPI. Key Experience Highlights:
Managed a multi-grade classroom (K-4).
Designed, developed and implemented comprehensive curriculum (including Music and Art for K-8). Adapted and applied diverse teaching strategies, including Kennedy Center methods. Created concise learning objectives for students grades 1-8. Divine Peace Lutheran School - 2006-2009
Private Lutheran Grade School - Largo, MD
Zion Lutheran School - 2002-2006
Private Lutheran Grade School - Torrance, CA
5th Grade Teacher at Sunset Ridge Elementary School Pendergast Elementary School District #92
Phoenix, AZ
Manage classroom including all lesson/unit/curriculum planning, grading, and activities Write and implement language acquisition plans for students learning English Utilize, create, and supplement standards-based curriculum and analyze assessments Flexible teammate with 5th grade team
Enhances reading skills through various literature experiences Available to answer parent and student questions with extended work hours Teaches professional development seminars on classroom management Efficient at time management: planning field trips, lesson plans and experiences, extracurriculars
2016-2019
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