Christina Robillard

Senior Specialist, Central Region

crobillard@niet.org

Christina Robillard is an experienced educational leader with more than 15 years in K–12 education, specializing in instructional leadership, educator coaching, and curriculum implementation. She has served as a TAP Mentor Teacher, TAP Master Teacher, and school administrator where she supported teachers across grade levels through observations, feedback, and ongoing professional learning focused on improving classroom instruction and student outcomes. Christina also served as an Education Consultant for the Louisiana Department of Education where she led professional learning, facilitated system-wide professional development, and coached system and school leaders in implementing educator effectiveness systems, best practices, and high-quality curriculum.

Christina’s work is deeply aligned to NIET’s mission of building educator excellence to give all students the opportunity for success. She is passionate about partnering with school and district teams to strengthen instructional practices, develop teacher leaders, and create collaborative structures that sustain continuous improvement. Across her career, she has been driven by a belief that every student deserves access to excellent teaching every day and that investing in teachers and leaders is the most powerful lever for lasting change.

Why are you passionate about working at NIET?

I am passionate about working at NIET because its mission aligns deeply with my own belief that teacher effectiveness is the most powerful driver of student success. Throughout my career, I’ve seen how intentional support through coaching, talent development, and aligned instructional practices can transform both teaching and learning. NIET’s focus on improving classroom instruction, building educator capacity, and driving systemic change resonates with my experience and values. I’m inspired by the organization’s data-driven approach and its commitment to equity, and I’m motivated by the opportunity to contribute to meaningful professional development that helps educators and school leaders reach their full potential.

What was your favorite subject in school and why?

Reading was my favorite subject in school because it allowed me to explore new worlds, ideas, and perspectives beyond my own experience. I loved how books could transport me to different times and places while also helping me understand people and emotions in deeper ways. Reading strengthened my imagination, improved my vocabulary, and sparked my curiosity to keep learning. It wasn’t just about stories, it was about discovering knowledge and seeing the world through someone else’s eyes.