Write standards-based, multidisciplinary, arts-infused curriculum for students in 4th -12th grade. Collaborate with the HALA team to implement project-based courses that culminate with a community event (mural showcase, zine creation, etc.)

Implement an IB curriculum that focuses on inquiry and project-based learning. Collaborate with grade level team to write, revise and incorporate best practices in IB planners.

Compiled and wrote an online social studies based curriculum that focuses on Native American, Latino and people from the African diaspora’s experiences and history.

Observed and evaluated over 50 kindergarten-12th grade teachers using Thoughtful Classrooms and Danielson teacher evaluation protocols to gather data for the state of Michigan. Utilized online evaluation tools to assess teachers.

Designed and implemented a Common Core based writing curriculum for 65 elementary students who are 1-2 years behind grade level. Implemented and facilitated a culture and geography-based Saturday school that collaborates with community member volunteers to advance student’s global literacy skills.

Implemented an IB thematic curriculum which resulted in 90% of students performing on or above grade level. Utilized assessment data to increase student achievement. Co-Chair of the Social Studies Committee, Organized a school-wide “Culture Day”.

Global History and Geography Teacher (9/04-6/08)Implemented a thematic, inquiry and standards-based curriculum that utilized primary sources, debates and test-taking skills and resulted in an 80-90% passing rate for the New York State Regents Exam each year. Elected Member of the School Improvement Committee, collected and analyzed data, created strategies for increasing academic achievement and extra-curricular activities.English Literature Teacher (9/04-6/08)Organized a poetry unit which culminated in the publication of a yearly poetry anthologyPlanned and co-facilitated a school-wide Spring Arts FestivalGovernment/Economics Teacher (9/06-6/07)Utilized Web Quest projects to develop student’s public policy, internet, analytical and research skills

Taught student-centered teaching methods and English Language Arts.Observed, advised and evaluated over 50 students during a six month teaching practicum.

P.S. 192, New York, NYDesigned a balanced literacy curriculum that resulted in 25 of 27 students reading at or above grade level. Implemented a daily parent-student-teacher communication plan that increased student self monitoring and student-parent-teacher relations.