Freely ReadingChief Learning Officer
Jun. 2008Miami-Fort Lauderdale AreaI’m a transformational educator, instructional designer, and innovation strategist with 30+ years of experience leading programs that ignite real-world literacy and learner empowerment. I founded Freely Reading™ as a launchpad for language, literacy, and life skills—blending academic rigor with mindset, tech, and whole-child wellness. I’ve piloted award-winning virtual learning programs, coached future educators, and led intensive interventions for neurodivergent and at-risk youth. My programs helped students outperform state averages by nearly 3x. 🎯 Signature Successes: Created Florida’s first award-winning online reading course (recognized by iNACOL) Led a 10-month engagement initiative with 64% student mastery vs. 23% district average Designed district-wide reading curriculum maps and digital content still in use today Delivered Tools of Engagement™ PD to NSU faculty and across two major school districts Named Teacher of the Year at Broward Virtual School and National Coach of the Year (Cheerleader Magazine!) From the C-suite to the classroom, I build experiences that inspire growth, reflection, and impact. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a strategic leader in EdTech, curriculum innovation, or equity-centered learning design.