Experience

California Department of Education
• United States
• Education
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Education Programs Consultant, Career & College Transition Division

  • Feb 2023 - Present


SRI International

• India
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Education Research Associate & Technical Assistance Provider

  • Nov 2020 - Feb 2023

  Research & Evaluation: ● Build systems to manage large scale implementation and evaluation studies (~50 schools) of innovative interventions to existing school structures. Lead teams of four or more researchers to effectively carry out recruitment, data collection, and site communication processes resulting in high recruitment, retention, and engagement in data collection activities. ● Partner with state and district leaders to co-design and co-facilitate professional learning workshops on integrating equitable SEL in math and collaborating across stakeholder groups to implement aligned evidence-based practices in mathematics ● Design and implement data collection instruments (e.g., surveys, interview protocols). Aggregate, code, and analyze data for themes, leading to actionable and relevant recommendations. ● Coach researchers to develop positive rapport with teachers in research studies through communicating effectively and empathetically with educators in district, school leadership, and classroom roles. Technical Assistance: ● Design and facilitate virtual and in-person professional learning workshops, in partnership with district and state leaders, on: > Integrating equitable social emotional learning in K-12 mathematics > Developing a positive mathematical mindset learning ecosystem across school, community, and family in support of learning outcomes in middle school mathematics ● Convene classroom educators, after school educators, and family engagement specialists to develop a common vision and set of practices that support the development of students' mathematical mindsets. Show less



Edunomics Lab at Georgetown University

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Education Finance Research Fellow

  • Jun 2020 - Nov 2020

  Collected, analyzed, and created displays of per pupil expenditure and demographic data surfacing notable correlations with considerations for equity. Presented visualization to district leaders and facilitated reflective discussion of implications. - Contracted with the National PTA to support parents in their understanding of school funding. Integrated local policy considerations into the collection and analysis of per pupil expenditure and demographic data. Created data visualizations and facilitated presentations for parents of public school students, culminating with reflective discussions and considerations for next steps. - Projected the cost of district salary raises in terms of trade-offs such as teacher layoffs and school closures. - Tracked district responses to Covid-related budget cuts, surfaced emerging trends. Show less



Seattle Teacher Residency

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Retention & Recruitment Analyst, Intern

  • Feb 2020 - Nov 2020

  ● Led a qualitative study on approaches and strategies for recruiting and retaining teachers of color in teacher residency programs. Applied research methods, analysis, and evaluation skills through performing a literature review, program policy analysis, data collection, and conducting/coding interviews for trends. Presented findings and recommendations in a written report and presentation to the residency director team. ● Led a qualitative study on approaches and strategies for recruiting and retaining teachers of color in teacher residency programs. Applied research methods, analysis, and evaluation skills through performing a literature review, program policy analysis, data collection, and conducting/coding interviews for trends. Presented findings and recommendations in a written report and presentation to the residency director team.



Big Picture Learning

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Budget Policy Analyst, Intern

  • Feb 2020 - Nov 2020

  Conducted a region-wide equity and mission alignment audit examining how the organization was meeting equity goals. Collected and analyzed data on key equity indicators: race, income, language, disability, and expenditure data, for 35 schools and districts across five states. - Presented findings through the design of compelling data visualizations displaying notable correlations and recommendations to the regional director. - Presented findings in a written report and oral presentation using strong public speaking skills and PowerPoint visuals. As a result, the team was able to pinpoint key strengths and areas of growth in order to improve organizational equity across the region. Show less



Crescent City Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of 3-8 Math, Akili Academy

  • Jul 2017 - Sep 2019

  ● Led the implementation of schoolwide mathematics curriculum through extensive coaching, professional development, and measures of accountability.● Coached 3rd-8th grade math teachers on curriculum implementation and data driven instruction● Collected and analyzed trends in student and teacher data in order to design and execute professional development sessions, requiring strong public speaking and presentation skills ● Led weekly coaching sessions and observation debriefs that required strong interpersonal, reflective, and problem-solving skills● Managed Response to Intervention systems (RTI) in Middle School math. Show less

• Dean of Personalized Learning, Akili Academy

  • Jul 2016 - Jul 2017

  - Led implementation of technology-based personalized learning programs in core classrooms, building a system to equip every middle school student with a laptop and every teacher with the professional development necessary to integrate technology into their instruction and provide frequent, meaningful feedback loops for their students. - Coached teachers through transition to blended learning models of classroom instruction using cycles of feedback and data collection measures to indicate progress toward goals .- Created systems for data tracking and recognition of academic growth and achievement. Show less

• Middle School Math Teacher & Dept. Head, Akili Academy

  • Jul 2012 - Jun 2016

  Content expert on 3rd - 8th grade level standards, nine mathematical practices, and Common Core shifts



BES

• United Kingdom
• Facilities Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• LENS Emerging Leaders Fellow, Building Excellent Schools

  • Aug 2017 - Aug 2018

  One year intensive that equips emerging school leaders with the equity-based mindset and skills needed to develop strong adult and student culture, deliver effective instruction, and achieve results. One year intensive that equips emerging school leaders with the equity-based mindset and skills needed to develop strong adult and student culture, deliver effective instruction, and achieve results.



Leading Educators

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Teacher Leader Fellow

  • Aug 2014 - Aug 2016

  Two year intensive for teacher leaders to hone their instructional expertise, build a strong educator network, and increase capacity to lead and teach concurrently. Two year intensive for teacher leaders to hone their instructional expertise, build a strong educator network, and increase capacity to lead and teach concurrently.



Teach For America

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• High School Spanish Teacher

  • Jul 2009 - Jul 2012

  Content expert on Second Language Instructional Methods: TPRS: Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling and TPR: Total Physical Response, curriculum design and implementation Content expert on Second Language Instructional Methods: TPRS: Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling and TPR: Total Physical Response, curriculum design and implementation