Network Director of Curriculum & Instruction / Acting Principal

• Jul 2018 - Present

- Design and oversee entire academic program serving over 1,000 K-8 scholars

Teacher, 3rd & 4th grade; Elementary Academic Dean; ELA Department Chair

• Jul 2016 - Jul 2018

Teacher, K-3 Literacy Specialist; Teacher Team Leader

• Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

Teacher, 2nd grade

• Jul 2014 - Jun 2015

- Created and implemented differentiated instruction across content areas and social emotional domains, aligned to Common Core State Standards and Expeditionary Learning Design Principles. - Created and monitored data-driven academic and behavioral interventions for students of concern in grades 2-4 as member of Student Support Team - Created and implemented differentiated instruction across content areas and social emotional domains, aligned to Common Core State Standards and Expeditionary Learning Design Principles. - Created and monitored data-driven academic and behavioral interventions for students of concern in grades 2-4 as member of Student Support Team

Collaborative Member

• Sep 2013 - Jun 2014

- Collaborated with lesson study group to create 2nd grade ELA Common Core-aligned content for LearnZillion - Met biweekly with lesson study group to give and receive feedback and participate in new learning on topics like Close Reading at the lower elementary level and evidence-based written responses to reading - Initiated use of technology (iPads) in the classroom at DC Prep across content areas - Collaborated with lesson study group to create 2nd grade ELA Common Core-aligned content for LearnZillion - Met biweekly with lesson study group to give and receive feedback and participate in new learning on topics like Close Reading at the lower elementary level and evidence-based written responses to reading - Initiated use of technology (iPads) in the classroom at DC Prep across content areas

Teacher, 2nd grade Literacy

• Aug 2012 - Jun 2014

- Lead Literacy teacher to 48 second grade students in highest performing network of charter schools in Washington, DC. - During the 2012-2013 school year, class reading proficiency increased from 43% to 71% as measured by STEP assessment, with class averaging over 4 STEPS or approximately 1.4 years of growth per student. - SY 2012-2013 Achievement Network interim assessment proficiency increased from 43% to 67% from interim 1 to interim 4. - On the 2013-2014 Achievement Network Interim 1, students’ average score of 66% was 2nd highest in the network of 53 schools and highest among low income schools. On Interim 2, students' average score of 68% was #1 in the network. - Selected as a “Fundations Fellow” to initiate implementation of Wilson Fundations phonics program across K-2nd grade and draft proposals to troubleshoot areas of difficulty - Collaborates constantly with department and grade level team in departmentalized, co-teaching environment. Show less

Teaching Fellow, Early Childhood and Elementary

• Jun 2012 - Jun 2013

- Admitted to a highly-selective cohort committed to raising student achievement in the District of Columbia. - Certified to teach Early Childhood and Elementary Education under the Regular I license. - Participated in a rigorous six-week Pre-Service Training including field experience teaching Early Childhood Education, classroom observations, small group coaching sessions, and professional learning communities. - Completed licensure requirements through TNTP Academy during the 2012-2013 academic school year. The program included bi-weekly Seminars tailored to Elementary Education, coursework on assessment and instruction, and a culminating portfolio that demonstrated effectiveness based on my students’ achievement over the year. Show less

Corps Member

• Jan 2011 - May 2012

- Participated as an AmeriCorps member in an award-winning network of exceptional college students who work one-to-one to prepare preschool children from low-income neighborhoods for school success. - Implemented Early Childhood curriculum, supported family involvement, and promoted skill building through one-to-one relationships with three partner preschool children and classroom assistance. - Collaborated with team to plan twice weekly in-classroom activities for a class of 14 preschool children. - Received intensive training and professional development in Early Childhood theory and practice, language and literacy development, leadership skills, and communication with families. Show less

Research Assistant

• Sep 2010 - May 2012

- Developed and implemented qualitative and quantitative longitudinal evaluation of institute's leadership curriculum and programming by administering student surveys and performing statistical analyses on data using SPSS. - Presented research methodology and findings to institute board and at research conferences. - Attended trainings and institute events. - Selected by institute directors to compete in International Leadership Association 2011 student case competition in London, UK. Placed 2nd among undergraduate teams. Show less

Intern

• Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

- Assisted classroom teacher with lesson planning, preparation, instruction, classroom management, and evaluation. - Worked alongside Director of Recruitment and Diversity and Director of Development on relevant projects. - Provided 100 hours of one-on-one remedial tutoring for students at risk of being retained. - Engaged in weekly intern workshops and discussion with school leaders. - Assisted classroom teacher with lesson planning, preparation, instruction, classroom management, and evaluation. - Worked alongside Director of Recruitment and Diversity and Director of Development on relevant projects. - Provided 100 hours of one-on-one remedial tutoring for students at risk of being retained. - Engaged in weekly intern workshops and discussion with school leaders.

Intern

• Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

- Worked alongside Executive Director and Program Directors. - Initiated grant proposal for new Housing First Program to provide outgoing families with financial assistance. - Developed, implemented, and adjusted children's summer arts and literacy programming. - Sought other sources of monetary, in-kind, and volunteer donations for shelter. - Performed various administrative and maintenance tasks. - Worked alongside Executive Director and Program Directors. - Initiated grant proposal for new Housing First Program to provide outgoing families with financial assistance. - Developed, implemented, and adjusted children's summer arts and literacy programming. - Sought other sources of monetary, in-kind, and volunteer donations for shelter. - Performed various administrative and maintenance tasks.