Desiré Freeman, Ed.M.
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Natasha Esteves, Ed.M.
Desiré is easily one of the most organized and talented curriculum writers I have come across! It was a pleasure working with her during our time developing - in a team setting - a 9-12 ELA curriculum for one of the country's largest school districts. Pressures were high, as were the stakes, during what was often emotionally taxing work we all wanted to do our very best at. Desiré stood out to me as someone with a calm demeanor and time management skills I aspire to and whose efficiency meant I had the honor of having her review my lesson plans since she often completed hers early. Most importantly (in my opinion), Desiré was a warm, kind, and incredibly supportive colleague who often made me feel seen and heard. I strongly believe she has a set of skills, talents, and character traits that serve as an immense asset to any education organization that brings her on board!
Jessica Covella, M.A. Curriculum and Instruction
Working with Desiré has been a pleasure. Guided by her curriculum design leadership, I have felt a unique and powerful combination of autonomy, support, and camaraderie. Desiré is very dedicated, reflective, and approachable. She fosters an inclusive and joyful team atmosphere, where all voices are heard and respected. Not only does she truly care about the quality of the design work for students and teachers, she also cares about her professional colleagues' well-being and contributions to the work. Desiré consistently prioritizes what is best in curriculum writing, making space for new perspectives, multiple important components, and revisions. She also makes coming to work fun and enjoyable, and has a wonderful sense of humor. It has been a gift to work with and learn from her.
Natasha Esteves, Ed.M.
Desiré is easily one of the most organized and talented curriculum writers I have come across! It was a pleasure working with her during our time developing - in a team setting - a 9-12 ELA curriculum for one of the country's largest school districts. Pressures were high, as were the stakes, during what was often emotionally taxing work we all wanted to do our very best at. Desiré stood out to me as someone with a calm demeanor and time management skills I aspire to and whose efficiency meant I had the honor of having her review my lesson plans since she often completed hers early. Most importantly (in my opinion), Desiré was a warm, kind, and incredibly supportive colleague who often made me feel seen and heard. I strongly believe she has a set of skills, talents, and character traits that serve as an immense asset to any education organization that brings her on board!
Jessica Covella, M.A. Curriculum and Instruction
Working with Desiré has been a pleasure. Guided by her curriculum design leadership, I have felt a unique and powerful combination of autonomy, support, and camaraderie. Desiré is very dedicated, reflective, and approachable. She fosters an inclusive and joyful team atmosphere, where all voices are heard and respected. Not only does she truly care about the quality of the design work for students and teachers, she also cares about her professional colleagues' well-being and contributions to the work. Desiré consistently prioritizes what is best in curriculum writing, making space for new perspectives, multiple important components, and revisions. She also makes coming to work fun and enjoyable, and has a wonderful sense of humor. It has been a gift to work with and learn from her.
Natasha Esteves, Ed.M.
Desiré is easily one of the most organized and talented curriculum writers I have come across! It was a pleasure working with her during our time developing - in a team setting - a 9-12 ELA curriculum for one of the country's largest school districts. Pressures were high, as were the stakes, during what was often emotionally taxing work we all wanted to do our very best at. Desiré stood out to me as someone with a calm demeanor and time management skills I aspire to and whose efficiency meant I had the honor of having her review my lesson plans since she often completed hers early. Most importantly (in my opinion), Desiré was a warm, kind, and incredibly supportive colleague who often made me feel seen and heard. I strongly believe she has a set of skills, talents, and character traits that serve as an immense asset to any education organization that brings her on board!
Jessica Covella, M.A. Curriculum and Instruction
Working with Desiré has been a pleasure. Guided by her curriculum design leadership, I have felt a unique and powerful combination of autonomy, support, and camaraderie. Desiré is very dedicated, reflective, and approachable. She fosters an inclusive and joyful team atmosphere, where all voices are heard and respected. Not only does she truly care about the quality of the design work for students and teachers, she also cares about her professional colleagues' well-being and contributions to the work. Desiré consistently prioritizes what is best in curriculum writing, making space for new perspectives, multiple important components, and revisions. She also makes coming to work fun and enjoyable, and has a wonderful sense of humor. It has been a gift to work with and learn from her.
Natasha Esteves, Ed.M.
Desiré is easily one of the most organized and talented curriculum writers I have come across! It was a pleasure working with her during our time developing - in a team setting - a 9-12 ELA curriculum for one of the country's largest school districts. Pressures were high, as were the stakes, during what was often emotionally taxing work we all wanted to do our very best at. Desiré stood out to me as someone with a calm demeanor and time management skills I aspire to and whose efficiency meant I had the honor of having her review my lesson plans since she often completed hers early. Most importantly (in my opinion), Desiré was a warm, kind, and incredibly supportive colleague who often made me feel seen and heard. I strongly believe she has a set of skills, talents, and character traits that serve as an immense asset to any education organization that brings her on board!
Jessica Covella, M.A. Curriculum and Instruction
Working with Desiré has been a pleasure. Guided by her curriculum design leadership, I have felt a unique and powerful combination of autonomy, support, and camaraderie. Desiré is very dedicated, reflective, and approachable. She fosters an inclusive and joyful team atmosphere, where all voices are heard and respected. Not only does she truly care about the quality of the design work for students and teachers, she also cares about her professional colleagues' well-being and contributions to the work. Desiré consistently prioritizes what is best in curriculum writing, making space for new perspectives, multiple important components, and revisions. She also makes coming to work fun and enjoyable, and has a wonderful sense of humor. It has been a gift to work with and learn from her.
Credentials
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Elementary Reading and Literacy Certification
Walden University
Experience
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ScribeConcepts LLC
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Content Team Advisor
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Jul 2021 - Present
Acting as key content creator for marketing materials for new jobs, curriculum development, and applicant vetting. Providing feedback on fundamental materials, business proposals and related documents to support team design and functionality. Acting as key content creator for marketing materials for new jobs, curriculum development, and applicant vetting. Providing feedback on fundamental materials, business proposals and related documents to support team design and functionality.
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UnboundEd.org
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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English Language Arts Facilitator
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Nov 2019 - Present
Leading and facilitating 250+ teachers and educational leaders on Common Core Standards and Shifts, high-quality and equity-based instructions. Promoting strategic instructional content dedicated to maximizing the adult learning experience. Focusing on closing the provisions gaps related to instructional and systemically racists practices. Leading and facilitating 250+ teachers and educational leaders on Common Core Standards and Shifts, high-quality and equity-based instructions. Promoting strategic instructional content dedicated to maximizing the adult learning experience. Focusing on closing the provisions gaps related to instructional and systemically racists practices.
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Public Consulting Group
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United States
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Curriculum Developer (Grades 9-12)
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Feb 2023 - Jul 2023
Partnered with New York Dept of Education to develop and increase content representation for Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI), Latino, and Americans with Disabilities in narratives, media, and textbooks. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure instructional designs and lessons plans were accurately created. Reviewed and examined client feedback to strengthen and align project initiatives and deliverables. Partnered with New York Dept of Education to develop and increase content representation for Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI), Latino, and Americans with Disabilities in narratives, media, and textbooks. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure instructional designs and lessons plans were accurately created. Reviewed and examined client feedback to strengthen and align project initiatives and deliverables.
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EL Education
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lead Curriculum Designer Grade 3
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Jun 2022 - Apr 2023
Quickly promoted to Lead Curriculum Designer and served key liaison with the Expeditionary Learning Design Team.Guided the selection and analysis of core and supplemental texts to promote equitable cultural representation pertaining to anti-racism, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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Curriculum Designer Grade 3
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Feb 2022 - Jun 2022
Collaborated with Nationwide teams of English Language Learner Specialists, Assessment Teams, and Equality Consultants to ensure best practices for student advancement and achievement. Designed instructional experiences for students that align with Common Core State Standards, Social Justice Standards, and ELA Shifts (including enduring understandings, core instruction, learner relevance, teacher facilitation guides and core materials, student-facing presentations and products, close-read lesson supports, and other essential elements). Embedded culturally responsive/sustaining pedagogy, and other research-based pedagogy into the five-module, fifteen-unit curriculum. Show less
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BookNook 📚
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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100 - 200 Employee
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Curriculum Operations Manager
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Jun 2021 - Jan 2022
Developed and delivered professional learning to new hires related to the science of reading, literacy pedagogy and best practices. Revised existing lessons plans to ensure quality standards are met and carried into new lesson plans. Participated in the development of curriculum planning and created high-quality comprehensive lessons and assessments. Developed and delivered professional learning to new hires related to the science of reading, literacy pedagogy and best practices. Revised existing lessons plans to ensure quality standards are met and carried into new lesson plans. Participated in the development of curriculum planning and created high-quality comprehensive lessons and assessments.
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Public Consulting Group
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United States
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Professional Learning Instructional Designer/Curriculum Writer Grade 9-10
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Oct 2020 - Jul 2021
Planned and designed learning experiences, courses, and course materials for virtual and face-to-face professional learning for teacher implementation of the Skyline Equity Curriculum. Designed instructional experiences for students that align with Common Core State Standards and ELA Shifts (including enduring understandings, core instruction, learner relevance, teacher facilitation guides and core materials, student-facing presentations and products, mini-lesson supports, and other essential elements). Aligned content with Chicago Public School’s Equity and Diversity Rubric and Initiatives. Infused culturally responsive/sustaining pedagogy, and other research-based pedagogy into the three-module, nine-unit curriculum. Collaborated with nation-wide team to ensure cohesiveness, quality, and alignment of product to client needs. Show less
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Guilford County Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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District English Language Arts Curriculum Writer
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Dec 2019 - Jun 2021
Held several key positions within the Guilford County School System to thoroughly prepare lesson plans and instructional materials to encourage to encourage active, equitable learning. Responsible for developing academic strategies into district mandated curricula and ensured all educational documents aligned with state standards. Facilitated the county’s literacy program to collaborate with teachers to identify and set goals for students. Actively led English Language Arts Team on accurately collecting and analyzing data to create correct plan of action. Show less
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Literacy Coach/English Language Arts Curriculum Facilitator
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Jun 2018 - Jun 2021
Created common assessments for all grade levels as standards-based progress monitoring tools.Regularly facilitated and participate in English Language Arts learning walks to calibrate feedback with Instructional Leadership Team and determine needs of teachers and students.Led English Language Arts team in collecting data, analyzing results, and planning corrective action.Identified needs and made recommendations for appropriate reading and writing materials and instructional strategies.Met regularly with Professional Learning Community and principals to report on literacy progress and plan action steps.Collaborated with teachers to identify the literacy needs of students, set goals, and problem solve.Developed and provided materials for teachers, Instructional Leadership Teams (ILT), and School Based Leadership Teams (SBLT)Networked with other literacy coaches and participates in ongoing professional development to extend literacy competencies. Show less
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8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
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Dec 2014 - Jun 2018
Exceeded growth with the implementation of American Reading Company.Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.Used relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Communicated necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
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National Education Association
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Blended Learning Course Facilitator
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Sep 2017 - Jun 2018
Created relevant curriculum materials from the LMS modules to assist educators in problem solving. Actively engaged with Local Coordinators and NEA members as needed. Professionally led numerous virtual meetings with various levels of educators and teachers. Created relevant curriculum materials from the LMS modules to assist educators in problem solving. Actively engaged with Local Coordinators and NEA members as needed. Professionally led numerous virtual meetings with various levels of educators and teachers.
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Education
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Walden University
Master of Science - MS, Instructional Design & Technology -
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Journalism and Mass Communications/Media Management
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