Lior Klirs
About Lior Klirs
Lior Klirs serves as the Director of Assessment, Humanities at Great Minds, where he has worked since 2021. He specializes in the implementation of the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, focusing on middle and high school education.
Work at Great Minds
Lior Klirs has been serving as the Director of Assessment for Humanities at Great Minds since 2021. In this role, he focuses on ensuring that assessments and curricular resources are rigorous and aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Prior to this position, he held several roles within the organization, including Senior Curriculum Developer for Humanities from 2019 to 2021 and Senior Manager of Professional Learning for English from 2016 to 2019. His extensive experience at Great Minds highlights his commitment to educational excellence and student achievement.
Education and Expertise
Lior Klirs earned a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary English Education from Duke University, completing his studies from 2004 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from the University of Virginia, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. His educational background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement the Common Core State Standards effectively, particularly in middle and high school settings.
Background
Before joining Great Minds, Lior Klirs worked in various educational roles that contributed to his expertise in curriculum development and professional learning. He served as Head of Implementation and Support for English at Great Minds from 2015 to 2016. His experiences in these positions have shaped his approach to raising student achievement in English Language Arts and literacy.
Commitment to Educational Standards
Lior Klirs is dedicated to providing high-quality, standards-based instruction, curriculum, and assessment for all students. His work focuses on implementing the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, ensuring that educational resources meet the needs of diverse learners. He has also explained Louisiana’s new knowledge-rich reading test, emphasizing his commitment to equitable educational practices.