Fiercely dedicated to developing teachers and leaders to create classrooms where students are equally challenged and supported. By partnering with schools, I provide high quality professional development and unmatched personalized coaching, all with an eye toward strategic, data-informed decision making.

• Initiated the creation of a 7th & 8th Grade Vision Planning Committee that developed a plan for teaching and implementing developmentally appropriate routines and procedures, organizational skills, and character qualities that students will need to be successful in college • Led daily coaching sessions with a first-year teacher to develop her instructional strategies and behavioral management techniques• Developed and implemented long-term plans, unit plans, and unit assessments• Created rigorous lesson plans, corresponding class work, and homework that engaged and developed students with a variety of mathematical abilities• Reviewed daily exit slips, bi-weekly quizzes, and quarterly ANet assessment data to modify planning to meet students' needs

• Named 2011 Teacher of the Year for exceptional instruction and outstanding student academic gains• Regional Sue Lehmann Excellence in Teaching Award nominee• Led 7th and 8th grade classes of 20+ students to achieve 2.3 years growth (in 8th grade) and 1.7 years growth (in 7th grade)• Created rigorous, student-centered lesson plans incorporating centers, technology, and various levels ofdifferentiation to challenge students with mathematical abilities ranging from 1st through 12th grade• Guided 8th grade students to surpass Kansas City Missouri School District MAP proficiency scores• Developed and implemented long-term plans, corresponding unit plans, and unit assessments that allowed for student choice and fostered collaboration• Assisted in administering quarterly NWEA tests and annual MAP tests and used data to drive instruction• Created and implemented a class culture plan involving character building lessons and class meetings

· Selected from nearly 45,000 applicants nationwide · Commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools· Participated in intensive training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement· Taught in a summer school program for low-income students in the Los Angeles School District, under the supervision of a faculty of experienced teachers

· Collaborated with team members to produce the winning integrated campaign (as chosen by AOL)· Conducted in-depth qualitative research through one-on-one interviews and moderated focus groups· Conducted research and compiled a “State of the YAYA” report focusing on trends within the 18-24 year old (Youth and Young Adult) demographic for others in the advertising industry

· Coordinated a weekly schedule for thirty-seven staff members and eight departmental teams· Supervised a paraprofessional staff of four to five people while carrying out administrative duties· Advised students on occupational and educational concerns by conducting career and personal strength assessments· Offered suggestions to enhance content and layout of resumes, cover letters, and reference pages