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Huntington Learning CenterEducational Specialist
Jan. 2024Columbus, OHHigh-Dosage Tutoring
Provide specialized instruction to 11th and 12th grade students who have not passed the Ohio Standardized Test in English Language Arts (II) as part of their graduation requirements Inclusive Early Education Services
Provide individualized instruction for early childhood and elementary students to improve their academic and school readiness skills, supporting IEP goals and integrating adaptations to strengthen self-sufficiency and advocacy Exam Prep
Provide individualized instruction to high school students preparing for the SAT and ACT as part of the college admissions process.
It's a Privilege LLCFounder + Principal Consultant
Apr. 2022Columbus, OHFounder of It's a Privilege, a DEIB-focused education consulting group that provides authentic, intentional and effective solutions, including transformational training, leadership workshops, strategic collaboration and resource development. In addition, co-founded Truth Education Foundation, a research and development non-profit with a vision to transform early childhood ecosystems by creating just learning opportunities for children and eliminating implicit bias in educators’ instructional practices and perspective of child potential.
KinderCare EducationSenior Director of Education
Mar. 2019 - Mar. 2022Columbus, Ohio
KinderCare EducationDirector of Education
Feb. 2017 - Mar. 2019Portland, OregonCreating and implementing a 3 year strategic plan and vision for Education Programs. Leading & integrating a team responsible for new curriculum program development, ongoing teacher professional development and individualized consultation for teachers on best practices of inclusion. Work closely with executive leadership to understand needs of functional teams and create solutions to elevate teachers' ability to create high-quality early learning experiences aligned to organizational priorities and initiatives.
KinderCare EducationDirector of Instructional Support
Feb. 2016 - Feb. 2017Portland, OregonExpanded the vision of our Inclusion Services team by folding in teacher professional development to create a truly inclusive approach to early childhood education. Responsible for creating a strategic roadmap for ongoing teacher professional development, working with key stakeholders to ensure that there was alignment with other organizational priorities that impacted our teachers and field leaders. Led two functional teams in developing engaging professional development content for 25,000 teachers and providing individualized consultation to support teachers and center directors in creating inclusive environments for all children. Played an integral role in conceptualizing and developing standards of excellence for teachers, partnering with a larger team on a 5 year strategy around teacher investment. Built adoption strategy for the standards, advancing the knowledge and skill on educational excellence for the teachers and center, district and regional field leaders.
KinderCare EducationDirector of Inclusion Services
Jul. 2015 - Jan. 2016Portland, ORResponsible for redefining the vision for inclusive education at KCE, creating a plan for implementation, and ensuring all children’s unique needs are being met in an environment that fosters self-confidence and celebrates diversity.
KinderCare EducationInclusion Services Manager
Feb. 2014 - Jul. 2015Portland, Oregon AreaServed as the Inclusion Services Manager, supporting our operators and our business as we create inclusive environments for all children in our programs. Redefined the vision and shifted the culture around best practices of inclusive early childhood education at KCE. Created resources for teachers, including implementing a positive behavior support framework and creating a guide to give them the supports necessarily to meet all children’s unique needs. Grew the team and visibility of services to be a highly utilized and respected support for the company.
National Children's CenterProgram Director
Jul. 2012 - Jan. 2014Washington, DCLeading an educational & clinical team at the largest inclusive early learning center in the District of Columbia with a focus on fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and coordination within all aspects of the center. Serving as a liaison between the regional center and programs to ensure service line resources are integrated. Additional skills: Early Childhood Education Inclusion Trainer
National Children's CenterProgram Systems and Process Coordinator/Interim Director
Jul. 2012 - Jun. 2013Washington, DCCreating efficient business practices for an Inclusive Child Development Center, focusing on improving program quality, fiscal responsibility and creating policies and procedures.
Easter Seals Child Development Center-DCDirector
Jan. 2007 - Jun. 2012Serve as the director of a Child Development Center, supervising 21 teachers and 2 administrators. Responsible for center operations, accreditations and licensing as well as general management.
Absolute Care LLCDirector of Quality Assurance
May. 2005 - Dec. 2006Developed a quality assurance procedure for a growing non-profit and piloted the program for a year.
AWSProgram Manager
Jun. 2003 - May. 2005Managed a caseload of 20 adult client with disabilities. Oversaw their services, programs and staffing. Managed a team of 5 house managers.
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