Azeb Kinder, Ed.D. Email & Phone Number

Work closely with all programmatic and administrative teams to ensure that organizational culture and practice are anchored in CORAs (DEIB) visionSpearhead implementation of DEIB strategic plan and associated initiatives, leading working groups and engaging external consultants when appropriate.Lead Spirit of Union Team (DEIB Committee) in its work to promote DEIB at CORA including defining strategy, monitoring progress, and bringing voice to key issues.Lead DEIB training efforts for all staff and board:o Design framework, determine content, and identify training resources.o Prepare and present trainings, engaging external resources as needed.Collaborate with program leadership to:o Review existing programs and services through an equity lens, identifying policies or practices that should be changed or strengthened to improve equity, access, and efficacy for all populations.o Introduce new culturally responsive service delivery models.o Equip and empower staff to serve diverse communities.o Foster deeper relationships with underrepresented and/or underserved communities.Develop consistent communication and feedback mechanisms to:o Ensure we are able to identify, discuss, and address DEIB issues impacting our clients and staff.o Share best practices, highlight bright spots, and keep staff apprised of key initiatives and activities.

Provides individuals, groups, and organizations with the tools necessary to develop the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to be anti-racist practitioners. Custom designs racial equity trainings, workshops, and presentations. Conducts qualitative and quantitative assessments of organizations prior to and at the conclusion of work. Provides coaching services – from individual consulting on strategic planning to working with a management team – to help organizational leaders strengthen their practice and center leadership around racial diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.

Facilitated dialogue group sessions with parents to promote racial justice and educational equity in their school. Lead group supervision and 1-1 coaching of other facilitators designed to increase their reflective capacity, deepen their awareness of their own cultural identities, and strengthen their facilitation skills. Organized and ran focus groups with parents to solicit their input in program refinement.

Managed and facilitated high school application process. Served as PSSA testing coordinator.

Coached classroom teachers in assisting with the full implementation and monitoring of the school's adopted math program in response to intervention needed for student achievement.

Designed and implemented lesson plans for 7th and 8th grade classes.

Provided support with the development and evaluation of special projects, including strategic partnerships with universities and cultural institutions. Supported the development and planning of key special events for the School District’s Office of Development and the Executive Office. Advised charter school parents and staff about policies, procedure and initiatives.

Coordinated, facilitated, and supervised program evaluation. Recruited inter-generational corps of volunteers that worked with participants and their families. Planned quarterly family education events.

Managed special fundraising projects in cooperation with Library public service staff, grassroots community organizers, Friends of the Free Library groups, and other volunteers. Researched, wrote, and submitted state and federal grants. Managed outreach to political, business and community leaders.

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Education record

Master Of Education (M.Ed.), Elementary Education And Teaching

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology