Associate Director of Public Programs and Community Outreach

• Jul 2023 - Present

Public Programs Manager

• Nov 2021 - Present

• Design and implement ongoing events and programming including: Shining A Light Lecture Series dedicated to elevating and amplifying underrepresented voices Discover Greenwich, a dynamic series of interactive programs that promotes a sense of place and belonging, sparks dialogue, and inspires meaningful connections Sports! More Than Just A Game lectures, panel discussions, and performances My Story, Our Future: South Asian American Youth Voices in Connecticut | Oral History Project • Build meaningful relationships with local and regional partners to enhance public programs, engage target audiences, and broaden stakeholders in the Historical Society’s mission.• Assist in the creation of the annual plan and budget, coordinating with the Development Director and Community Engagement Team in the submission of grants and program sponsorships.• Collect and analyze demographic information about program attendance to set targets and goals around accessibility, representation, and inclusion. Show less

Manager, Teacher Leadership Development

• Jul 2016 - Jun 2021

• Coached cohorts of 20-25 corps members annually to develop and apply leadership and problem solving skills to classroom contexts. • Designed and facilitated learning experiences for educators around classroom best practices, data-driven instructional strategies, and anti-bias antiracist education. • Managed transformational improvements in student outcomes and teacher development.• Cultivated relationships with corps members, school leaders, alumni teachers, students, and families.• Developed and maintained partnerships with community organizations to collaborate on trainings and programming• Annually exceeded national goal for corps member and alumni growth and satisfaction survey scores.• Supported corps member recruitment, selection, matriculation, and regional events and programming.• Collaborated with central Program Team to ensure all eligible corps members successfully completed the Alternate Route to Certification program. Show less

Leadership Coach, Virtual Summer Teacher Training

• May 2020 - Aug 2020

• Managed a cohort of 25 incoming corps members to ensure successful completion of program training requirements prior to the start of the school year.• Developed and facilitated trainings for corps members to accelerate knowledge and skill acquisition, including series on lesson planning, culturally relevant pedagogy, and time management. • Coordinated 1:1 Coaching Conversations to reinforce and support DEI Leadership Seminar and Content and Pedagogy Session learnings.• Built a strong and connected virtual community through responsive and effective coaching and relationship building Show less

Teacher, 6th and 7th Grade Social Studies, Sport and Medical Sciences Academy

• Aug 2013 - Aug 2016

• Instructed students in Ancient and Early Modern History with a focus on current events and social justice • Facilitated learning through interactive and culturally responsive teaching. • Developed district-wide curriculum as part of the World Regional Studies Curriculum Writing Team. • National Junior Honors Society Advisor, Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field Assistant Coach. • Mentored and advised Master’s students through UCONN NEAG Internship Program. • Instructed students in Ancient and Early Modern History with a focus on current events and social justice • Facilitated learning through interactive and culturally responsive teaching. • Developed district-wide curriculum as part of the World Regional Studies Curriculum Writing Team. • National Junior Honors Society Advisor, Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field Assistant Coach. • Mentored and advised Master’s students through UCONN NEAG Internship Program.

2013 Connecticut Corps Member

• Jun 2013 - Jun 2015

• Selected from approximately 45,000 applicants nationwide (14% selectivity) to join national teacher corps who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools. • Trained intensively to develop skills and knowledge to attain gains in student achievement. • Engaged in seminars, discussion groups, and workshops, and learning teams. • Completed graduate coursework to earn Connecticut State Department of Education teaching certification within two years. Show less

Harvard University Institute of Politics Director's Intern

• Jun 2012 - May 2013

Intern through the Harvard Institute of Politics. Work in Communications, Program Development, and Research Assistance included research for the New Frontier Award and Profile in Courage Award Programs as well as development of social media pages, including the JFK1962 Twitter project. Intern through the Harvard Institute of Politics. Work in Communications, Program Development, and Research Assistance included research for the New Frontier Award and Profile in Courage Award Programs as well as development of social media pages, including the JFK1962 Twitter project.

David Rockefeller Center SIP Summer Intern

• Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

Intern through Harvard University's David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies Summer Internship Program. Work in the Communications and Publicity Department included social media development and presentations for possible donors and sponsors. Additional work in the Education Department involved tutoring and mentoring at-risk high school students. Intern through Harvard University's David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies Summer Internship Program. Work in the Communications and Publicity Department included social media development and presentations for possible donors and sponsors. Additional work in the Education Department involved tutoring and mentoring at-risk high school students.