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California, United States

Organize a diverse range of LGBTQ+ nightlife and fundraising events in California, benefiting numerous organizations, local artists, and social programs. Manage relationships with venues, municipalities (for permitting and reservations), artists, performers, volunteers, and venue staff. Oversee contract writing, travel arrangements, marketing material design, and vendor coordination. Successfully orchestrated fundraising events with over 2,500 attendees, multiple stakeholders, and multiple performance stages.

Facilitate professional development centered around Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Coach teachers to implement accessible instructional design methods in their professional settings – including and strategies to eliminate potential threats and barriers in the learning environment. Collaborate with educators to augment curriculum for increased engagement, transferability, and cultural relevance.

Joshua Tree, California, United States

Oversaw educational partnerships with Joshua Tree National Park. Coordinated community programs including Desert Institute, !Artistas Afuera!, ArchaeoPalooza, Joshua Tree Writers Festival, Old Schoolhouse Lecture Series, Slice of Science, and private events/tours. Managed a large team of 50+ including staff, instructors, and volunteers. Optimized programmatic, marketing, and financial systems to improve operational efficiency.

Adjunct Professor - BATTI (Bay Area Teacher Training Institute), 2022 - 2024National Faculty - CAST (Center for Applied Special Technologies), 2023 - 20245th/6th Grade Language Arts Teacher - Synapse School, 2023Curriculum Specialist - University of California, Berkeley, 2021 - 2023Graduate Assistant - San Francisco State University - 20225th-Grade Teacher – San Francisco Day School, 2018 - 20218th Grade Math Teacher & RtI Behavioral Coach – San Francisco Unified School District 2017 - 20182nd Grade Teacher – Town School for Boys, 2016 - 2017Lead Instructor – Academic Chess, San Francisco, 2008 - 2016

San Francisco Bay Area

Supervised and instructed teaching interns earning a Masters in Education and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Supported teachers in implementing Culturally Responsive Teaching, Universal Design for Learning, and other equitable teaching practices. Taught Curriculum and Instruction in MathematicsEducation and Student Teaching.

Berkeley, California, United States

Developed engaging science content for the Learning Design Group embedded with universal accommodations and equitable practices. Working projects included the Culturally & Linguistically Responsive Teaching & Learning team, national and state standards alignment, platform streamlining, and User Interface design (UI).

San Francisco Bay Area

5th-Grade Lead Teacher & Math InstructorRestorative Practice and Universal Design for Learning are at the heart of my multiple subject teaching. I design exciting units of study in all content areas and prioritize the social & emotional wellbeing of my students. Leadership participation includes 5th-grade team lead, 5th-grade advisor, technology strategy committee, social/emotional learning PLC, rainbow alliance, adoptee club, and a civic engagement elective for 8th-graders.Professional Development● POCC (The NAIS People of Color Conference - Facilitator RP/Community Circles)● Traverse - Portland (The Art of Educational Equity)● UDL (Universal Design for Learning - CAST)

San Francisco Bay Area

Classes range from beginner to advanced with students ages 5 through 18. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, training new hires, facilitating classes and organizing events outside of regular class schedules. I have worked in a variety of different neighborhoods with students from all social and economic backgrounds. I have an elaborate knowledge of the game chess, and extensive experience managing large class sizes, up to 40 students.

Principal organizer for a unique music festival experience in Northern California. My responsibilities include booking musicians, event planning, on-site director, volunteer coordination, outreach, managing sponsorship, PR, contracts and social media. Created all event infrastructure including social media campaigns, press release, contracts and a sponsorship package

Doctor Of Education - Edd, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Masters, Education

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies: Emphasis In Music