Krista Fairley

Krista Fairley is assistant superintendent of educational services at Alvord Unified School District. She previously served as director of assessments and special projects in the Walnut Valley Unified School District; as a principal in Pomona Unified School District; and as a senior research associate at the University of Miami, which was collaborating with Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Fairly has also been an adjunct professor at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. Her work spans preschool to adult education, including career and technical education, special education, student services, and English learner support services. She holds an administrative credential, a multiple-subject teaching credential, and a bilingual, cross-cultural, language, and academic development authorization. Fairley received her EdD in educational leadership and administration from San Diego State University. 

updated 2025