Crystal Menzies, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Associate at Learning Research & Development Center- Claim this Profile
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Katie Jones
When Crystal and I worked together, she built a strategic long-term view of success in her role as Director of Teacher Support, planned her work, executed and reflected throughout the year. She was an incredible asset to our team and made me a better manager, as we collaborated in partnership to move the work forward. Crystal authentically built and maintained strong relationships with her cohort of teachers and students. She built trust quickly, as stakeholders recognized her deep knowledge, thoughtfulness, and concern for supporting first generation college students to be successful in their post-secondary pathways.
Gabriela Torres
I had the pleasure of working with Crystal while she was co-leading transformational change at a national college access and success organization. Her leadership demonstrated a consistent and deep commitment to student and equity centered practice. Not only does Crystal work from a place of rich knowledge and expertise from an academic perspective, but she couples that depth of understanding with a care and concern for the students impacted by her organizational guidance. I have seen her move others to do the same, as her ability to influence and positively impact the work of others was evident throughout my time working with her. What I miss the most about working with Crystal is her ability to bring issues of racial equity and the impact race has on our lives and the lives of the students we serve to the forefront of our work. She is the type of leader that is clear in her mission and moves the work forward because of it. I learned so much from her.
Katie Jones
When Crystal and I worked together, she built a strategic long-term view of success in her role as Director of Teacher Support, planned her work, executed and reflected throughout the year. She was an incredible asset to our team and made me a better manager, as we collaborated in partnership to move the work forward. Crystal authentically built and maintained strong relationships with her cohort of teachers and students. She built trust quickly, as stakeholders recognized her deep knowledge, thoughtfulness, and concern for supporting first generation college students to be successful in their post-secondary pathways.
Gabriela Torres
I had the pleasure of working with Crystal while she was co-leading transformational change at a national college access and success organization. Her leadership demonstrated a consistent and deep commitment to student and equity centered practice. Not only does Crystal work from a place of rich knowledge and expertise from an academic perspective, but she couples that depth of understanding with a care and concern for the students impacted by her organizational guidance. I have seen her move others to do the same, as her ability to influence and positively impact the work of others was evident throughout my time working with her. What I miss the most about working with Crystal is her ability to bring issues of racial equity and the impact race has on our lives and the lives of the students we serve to the forefront of our work. She is the type of leader that is clear in her mission and moves the work forward because of it. I learned so much from her.
Katie Jones
When Crystal and I worked together, she built a strategic long-term view of success in her role as Director of Teacher Support, planned her work, executed and reflected throughout the year. She was an incredible asset to our team and made me a better manager, as we collaborated in partnership to move the work forward. Crystal authentically built and maintained strong relationships with her cohort of teachers and students. She built trust quickly, as stakeholders recognized her deep knowledge, thoughtfulness, and concern for supporting first generation college students to be successful in their post-secondary pathways.
Gabriela Torres
I had the pleasure of working with Crystal while she was co-leading transformational change at a national college access and success organization. Her leadership demonstrated a consistent and deep commitment to student and equity centered practice. Not only does Crystal work from a place of rich knowledge and expertise from an academic perspective, but she couples that depth of understanding with a care and concern for the students impacted by her organizational guidance. I have seen her move others to do the same, as her ability to influence and positively impact the work of others was evident throughout my time working with her. What I miss the most about working with Crystal is her ability to bring issues of racial equity and the impact race has on our lives and the lives of the students we serve to the forefront of our work. She is the type of leader that is clear in her mission and moves the work forward because of it. I learned so much from her.
Katie Jones
When Crystal and I worked together, she built a strategic long-term view of success in her role as Director of Teacher Support, planned her work, executed and reflected throughout the year. She was an incredible asset to our team and made me a better manager, as we collaborated in partnership to move the work forward. Crystal authentically built and maintained strong relationships with her cohort of teachers and students. She built trust quickly, as stakeholders recognized her deep knowledge, thoughtfulness, and concern for supporting first generation college students to be successful in their post-secondary pathways.
Gabriela Torres
I had the pleasure of working with Crystal while she was co-leading transformational change at a national college access and success organization. Her leadership demonstrated a consistent and deep commitment to student and equity centered practice. Not only does Crystal work from a place of rich knowledge and expertise from an academic perspective, but she couples that depth of understanding with a care and concern for the students impacted by her organizational guidance. I have seen her move others to do the same, as her ability to influence and positively impact the work of others was evident throughout my time working with her. What I miss the most about working with Crystal is her ability to bring issues of racial equity and the impact race has on our lives and the lives of the students we serve to the forefront of our work. She is the type of leader that is clear in her mission and moves the work forward because of it. I learned so much from her.
Experience
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Learning Research & Development Center
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United States
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Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
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Sep 2020 - Present
I research equity in mathematics instruction and instructional coaching with Dr. Mary Kay Stein and Dr. Chris Schunn. I research equity in mathematics instruction and instructional coaching with Dr. Mary Kay Stein and Dr. Chris Schunn.
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The EmancipatED
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United States
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Education
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Founder & Chief Innovation Officer
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Dec 2020 - Present
Ethnic studies curriculum development, workshops and lectures on hidden Black history, and research & evaluation for education organizations. Ethnic studies curriculum development, workshops and lectures on hidden Black history, and research & evaluation for education organizations.
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Teaching Trust
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Director Leadership Development
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Jul 2018 - Sep 2020
Leading design and facilitation of researched-based content around school culture, data-driven practices, instruction, and team effectiveness that balances participant satisfaction, team input, and skill proficiency Leading design and facilitation of researched-based content around school culture, data-driven practices, instruction, and team effectiveness that balances participant satisfaction, team input, and skill proficiency
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OneGoal
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Director of Curriculum Development
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Sep 2017 - Jul 2018
Lead the curriculum team in executing on a program vision rooted in research on noncognitive skills, Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, and Socio-Emotional Learning
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Director of Teacher Support Year 3
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Jul 2016 - Sep 2017
Design and implement effective coaching and mentoring that drives teachers and students towards ensuring college acceptance and persistence
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Temple University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Doctoral Student
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Aug 2011 - May 2016
Lead and participated in a number of research and practice experiences such as creating and implementing a STEAM pipeline program. Program Manager for Service Learning in Jamaica, leading to the highest application rates in the program’s history
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Instructor/Teaching Assistant
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Aug 2011 - May 2014
Taught a course titled "Education for Liberation" where a combination of pre-service teachers and the general student population focused on nonwestern educational traditions and critical reflective praxis.
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Mentor Foundation USA
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Director
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Oct 2015 - Feb 2016
Recruited, coached and trained new mentors on college and career readiness pillars to increase the impact on student outcomes Recruited, coached and trained new mentors on college and career readiness pillars to increase the impact on student outcomes
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Academic Coach
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Aug 2013 - May 2015
Developed college preparatory, writing, and after school curriculum for high school students and teachers Developed college preparatory, writing, and after school curriculum for high school students and teachers
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Richard Merkin Middle School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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U.S. History Instructor
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Dec 2007 - Jun 2011
Culturally responsive educator with demonstrated results. Culturally responsive educator with demonstrated results.
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Education
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2000 - 2004
Spelman College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History/Spanish -
2011 - 2016
Temple University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Urban Education -
2009 - 2010
Cambridge College
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
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