Natalia Burr
Natalie Burr is an accomplished educational leader with over 15 years of experience in the Bonneville Joint School District. She currently serves as Principal of Bonneville Online Elementary, where she provides instructional leadership, manages learning management systems (LMS), and supports vertical standards alignment to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction for all students. Natalie began her career as a classroom teacher and later transitioned into online education, spending 11 years as an online teacher before moving into her current leadership role, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of both traditional and virtual learning environments.
Natalie holds an Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Education from Northwest Nazarene University, where she earned a 4.0 GPA and was recognized on the Dean’s List. She also holds a Master of Education in Educational Technology from Boise State University. Her academic and professional preparation supports her work in integrating innovative technology into instruction, supporting educators, and strengthening student achievement through data-driven and research-based strategies. Her areas of expertise include differentiation strategies, vertical standards alignment, and effective LMS management across multiple instructional settings.
Natalie is deeply passionate about education and truly loves what she does. She approaches each workday with a strong sense of joy and purpose, finding great fulfillment in supporting students and educators. She is not seeking opportunities elsewhere because she genuinely values her current role and the work environment she is part of. She uses professional platforms such as LinkedIn primarily as a resource for gathering information about organizations and staying current with developments in educational technology and the education sector. Natalie remains committed to continuous learning, community service, and creating meaningful educational experiences for students.
• Northwest Nazarene University - Ed.S. in Education
• Boise State University - MEd
• Brigham Young University - B.S. in Secondary Health Ed., Health & Phys. Ed./Fitness
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to hard work, perseverance, and a deep commitment to balancing personal and professional responsibilities, including completing my graduate studies while raising children and supporting a family business. I have also been fortunate to learn from strong mentors and role models throughout my career, gaining valuable insight from both positive examples and challenges along the way. Humility has played an important role in my growth, as has my willingness to remain engaged and actively work alongside teachers and students rather than leading from a distance. Staying connected to the day-to-day realities of education keeps me grounded, focused on student success, and continuously motivated to improve my practice and support others in their growth.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
"Don't give up." Keep putting one foot in front of the other; maintain hope and persistence it will be worth it.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Ensuring online programs offer meaningful options for students who struggle in traditional classrooms; aligning online curriculum with brick-and-mortar schools to ease transitions; supporting and mentoring teachers through shifts to remote/online instruction (as experienced during COVID "crisis schooling").
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Humility, leading by example, admitting mistakes and learning from them, staying connected to classroom experiences, and balancing family and personal pursuits (including music).