About Me

Jordan Lander profile

I'm a forward-thinking, data-driven education administrator with over 15 years of experience designing inclusive STEAM curricula, leading change initiatives, and empowering teams. I thrive on integrating technology and creativity to foster growth and equity.

Leadership Highlights

Professional Experience

  • Lead strategic vision & daily operations for special education across multiple districts.
  • Manage IEP development, compliance with IDEA/Pennsylvania regs, and transition planning.
  • Supervise & mentor a team of certified teachers & paraprofessionals, fostering a student-centered culture.
  • Coordinate budgets & resources; secure grants and partnerships to expand program offerings.
  • Design & deliver professional learning on PBIS, inclusive practices, and data-driven instruction.
  • Redesigned Corry Virtual Academy, cutting cyber placement costs by $800K+ annually.
  • Built two district-wide apps to track & approve teacher team-building hours.
  • Led integration of IXL & quarterly data reviews, achieving PSSA gains in ELA and Math.
  • Authored & managed district newsletter, strengthening communication and morale.
  • Developed & maintained Title I Schoolwide Plans, ensuring compliance and collaboration.
  • Taught CTE programming, networking, forensics, and honors science courses.
  • Secured a $500K tech grant to launch a summer CS program for minority students.
  • Facilitated after-school STEM clubs (robotics, coding, maker labs).
  • Analyzed academic & attendance data to inform RTI and PLC decisions.
  • Trained teachers in curriculum development and tech integration.
  • Collaborated on AI-driven voice analysis for early detection of neurological conditions.
  • Designed experiments & validated ML models, presenting findings at conferences.

Selected Projects

Virtual Academy Overhaul

End-to-end redevelopment of digital learning infrastructure & PD modules.

Teacher Collaboration App

Full-stack build to streamline CBA hour logging & approval.

IXL Data Dashboards

Custom analytics & training driving measurable test improvements.

Equity in STEAM

Grant-led initiative expanding CS access for underrepresented groups.

Books & Publications

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Jordan Lander in the Headlines

As part of a dynamic leadership team, Jordan helped drive a blockbuster book fair that raised $16K+, powering new learning resources and deepening community partnerships.

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Collaborating with district administrators, Jordan provided strategic insights on campus safety and compliance at Corry Area Intermediate School.

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Partnering with teachers and student leaders, Jordan co-led the “PAWS” recognition program, celebrating hundreds of student achievements.

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Together with the Summer Learning Task Force, Jordan designed hands-on programs that kept students curious and advancing all season.

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Leading a data-team cohort, Jordan helped pinpoint gaps and launch targeted interventions—driving measurable math gains for diverse learners.

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Working alongside the staff, Jordan supported a Veterans Day poetry tribute that blended service learning with student creativity.

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As part of the holiday giving committee, Jordan supported the Santa Fund drive—providing festive support to dozens of local families in need.

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Collaborating with community partners, Jordan helped deliver magical early-Christmas experiences for students.

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Working with law-enforcement liaisons, Jordan supported a unique K‑9 initiative—strengthening safety partnerships and student engagement.

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Coordinating with library staff, Jordan curated live author visits that inspired a renewed passion for reading across the district.

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Partnering with administrators and parent volunteers, Jordan streamlined graduation logistics to ensure a seamless, celebratory senior send-off.

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Leading a student-driven media team, Jordan guided the production of award-winning project videos—fueling a culture of innovation.

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Co-designing family engagement strategies, Jordan helped launch Title I reading nights that brought parents, teachers, and students together.

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Showcased a collaborative digital collage & AI illustration in Erie Reader, blending art & civic dialogue around Bayfront planning.

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Moderated the 2022 Connect Urban Erie Town Hall, guiding community conversations on urban design and development.

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Co‑recipient of the 2024 Jan Stauber Literacy Grant, pioneering Sherlock Holmes–themed reading initiatives alongside school librarians.

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Email: jordanlander@gmail.com

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