I serve as a core member of the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) team whose goal is to effectively translate the Administrator's priorities into action by developing approaches to enable a positive and collaborative workforce environment using adult learning best practices. Responsible for executing internal agency learning and engagement at the request of the Office of the Administrator in coordination with DEIA, I coordinate and operate USAID’s Respectful, Inclusive, and Safe Environments (RISE) learning and engagement platform in support of the Administrator's DEIA priorities.

As part of the Respectful, Inclusive, and Safe Environments (RISE) team in collaboration with individuals from the USAID Administrator's Action Alliance for Preventing Sexual Misconduct (AAPSM) and the Office of Civil Rights and Diversity (OCDR) I designed, developed, revised, updated, and facilitated training around the topics of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).Additionally, I developed learning strategies and curricula that supported the USAID Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) staff based in Washington, D.C. and around the world. Training topics included, but were not limited to the following subjects: new employee orientation, technical sectors (e.g. shelters and settlements, food assistance, economic recovery), grants management, safety and security overseas, and operational stress mitigation. I also produced and tech produced virtual trainings via Google Meet, Zoom, WebEx, and Adobe Connect according to client need.

In this role, I developed learning strategies and curricula that supported USAID Food for Peace staff based in Washington, D.C. and around the world. Training topics included, but were not limited to the following subjects: new employee orientation, technical sectors (e.g. shelters and settlements, food assistance, economic recovery), grants management, safety and security overseas, and operational stress mitigation.

Managed and facilitated logistics for 30 VIP visits including congressional delegations and presidential visits. Collaborated with diverse teams of at least 20 people including locally employed staff and foreign service officers. Developed curricula and lead training of mission employees on the most effective implementation of SharePoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Office 365 to assist them in fulfilling their duties. Developed various and engaging training modules to facilitate Control Officer education and knowledge, incorporating the online resources; interoffice and inter-agency expertise; and practical, scenario-based learning. Developed Standard Operating Procedures for the Department of State, Military Assistance Program, and Regional Affairs Office to ensure the standardization of the high quality of service and support provided to all visitors to Embassy Amman. After evaluating the needs of the mission, I lead the effort for inter-office and inter-agency collaboration by compiling, editing, and producing the U.S. Embassy Amman Control Officer Handbook. Lead the project to improve the Embassy’s Control Officer Resources SharePoint site, and collaborated with Information Management to design and produce the site. Fulfilled Office Management Specialist duties when needed by the Political Section. Interfaced with Information Management to become proficient in SharePoint tools to facilitate web-based, inter-office collaboration in support of visits. Routinely reported out to high-level U.S. Department of State officials and routinely participated in countdown meetings, country team meetings, and inter-agency meetings.

Enrolled in and practiced intensive Arabic language and cultural studies. Served as regular substitute teacher at the American Community International School for all grade levels and subject areas. Served as part-time as a consultant for refugee education non-profits that were contracted by USAID to implement education programs throughout Jordan. Tutored students of diverse backgrounds and abilities weekly in a variety of subject areas, both internal and external to the U.S. embassy.

Design and direct STEM education outreach and cross-border programs for high school students and teachers throughout Liberia in support of the U.S. Department of State's goal of improving the quality of education in Liberia. Performed monitoring and evaluation (M&E) for these programs and adapted content, resources, and delivery as necessary for optimal results. Represented the U.S. Department of State’s education outreach program by traveling extensively throughout Liberia to train teachers and school leaders on best practices in lesson design and planning, classroom management, school leadership, and community-school relationships. Actively contributed to the U.S. Embassy of Liberia’s social media sites. Routinely interfaced with Government of Liberia officials and worked in close coordination with officials from the U.S. Department of State.

Design and implement programs aimed at strengthening written and oral communication skills within the Diplomatic Corps and locally employed staff, the goal of which is to streamline operations throughout the Mission and improve relations between key U.S. embassy officials and officials within the Government of Liberia. Performed M&E for these programs to adapt content, resources, and presentation style to meet the needs of the participants. Facilitated the participation of guest speakers including the Program Officer, Deputy Mission Director, Public Affairs Officer, and Head of Development Outreach and Communications to provide a well-rounded and pertinent training curriculum for participants.

Educated students through skills-based instruction in reading, writing, analysis, and speaking. Specialized in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Education and project-based learning (PBL).Worked in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) at the United States embassy in Monrovia, Liberia to establish a partnership program between our STEM students at CHHS and students in Liberia. The program is meant to give opportunities for cultural exchange, communication improvement, and conversations centered around STEM-related topics and careers.Leadership positions included grade-level team leader, committee member for the school’s accreditation process, vertical team leader, project-based learning focus group, STEM academy leader. Additionally, formally trained in M&E strategies in the form of formal and summative assessments for the purpose of data-driven instructional design and planning.

Researched potential sources of funding and implementation methods in coordination with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations for programs dedicated to the education, sheltering, and general support of internally displaced persons in Haiti. Worked with the Haitian Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta, Georgia to consider particular needs for schools in Haiti. Formulated action plans for the support of teachers, classroom needs, and student goals. Led writers and coordinators to ensure projects were completed to standards and edited all publications released by the organization.

Taught skills related to reading, writing, English speaking, and analysis to an internationally diverse student population. Improved faculty interpersonal working skills by leading development sessions on professional collaboration. Specialized in the teaching of English Language Learners (ELLs).

Assisted professors in their research for papers and articles, and edited similar material for publication in professional journals.