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Washington, Dc, Us

• Develop strategies with state and local education agency officials to advance equitable opportunities for early childhood systems, specifically the transition to kindergarten.• Support secondary and postsecondary admissions professionals in understanding practical ways to help diverse students apply to college following the Supreme Court decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard/University of North Carolina.• Write weekly briefings on federal education policy movements and activities.• Strategize with philanthropic leaders in identifying the most effective mechanisms to advocate for public school students, teachers, counselors, and leaders in federal and state policies.

Washington, D.C.

• Create tools for P-12 leaders to evaluate policy and practices to build pathways for sustainable systems changes, including the use of pandemic relief funding and other federal programs.• Contributed to publication of 50-page resource on the policy approaches and accessible practices for states, districts, and educators to support the transition to kindergarten.• Monitor federal education policy movements and activities for weekly client and internal briefings.• Partner with education nonprofit and membership organization leaders to develop and implement policy and advocacy goals that advance equitable opportunities for students.• Conduct organized and efficient project management across five to eight fast-paced projects at a time for clients in early childhood, K-12, postsecondary, and federal advocacy fields.• Contribute to internal systems-building through an organizational equity lens.

Washington, D.C.

• Led mathematics educator team in effectively using educational technology to reach and instruct students during pandemic-related virtual learning.• Prepared and implemented standard-aligned lessons and supporting technological activities, leading to consistent student proficiency in grade-level standards and growth in remedial skills.• Evaluated lesson effectiveness based on data from standard-aligned assessments so as to focus, differentiate and adapt instruction to reach students of all ability levels.• Coordinated Student Officers team in weekly meetings to set clear fundraising goals, communicate required resources to administration, and organize engaging student events on a monthly basis. • Collaborated with 8th grade teacher team, special educators, and instructional coaches to provide most effective and well-rounded resources for high-need students.

Washington, D.C.

• Researched rising U.S. high school graduation rates to analyze effectiveness of past and current state and local education strategies and policies.• Examined and interpreted data from National Center for Education Statistics for K-12 education brief with OMB Division Director and representatives from Department of Education.• Collaborated with Program Examiner team to review, summarize, and brief public comments and advocacy organizations’ input on proposed Title IX policy guidance.

Washington, D.C.

• Designed and executed engaging lessons for 8th grade Pre-Algebra and Algebra students, aligned to Common Core State Standards.• Examined data from standard-aligned assessments and Scantron Performance Series Tests to focus and adapt instruction to areas of need.• Created scaffolded curriculum to ensure student understanding and advancement, providing Unit Plans, Scope & Sequence, Unit Assessments, and Standard-Alignment Documents to Math Department members for reference.• Integrated standard-aligned technological applications to coursework given school-wide one-to-one iPad resource, including IXL, Prodigy, and Quizizz.• Served as STEM liaison to data team and interpret Scantron Performance Series test results to determine school-wide instructional objectives in math and science classes• Differentiated instruction to best support students of 4th to 9th grade ability level.

Tucson, Arizona Area

Long-Term Pre-Calculus Substitute• Coordinated with Lead Pre-Calculus Teacher to maintain rigor of pre-calculus instruction for Honors Junior and Senior classes.Student Support Coordinator• Formed and structured study hall program to fit needs of students at all ability levels.• Worked with academic advisors and teachers to create effective study environments for each student to productively use their study time while on campus.El Otro Lado (“The Other Side”) Mexico/U.S. Border Immersion Trip Co-Coordinator• Led weekly preliminary meetings for students to prepare themselves for immersion experience.• Designed new and effective ways for students to reflect on each day’s experiences.• Worked with visiting school moderators before, during, and after their immersion experience to assist students in processing the trip and advocating for migrants in their hometowns.Lasallian Youth Co-Coordinator• Conducted weekly meetings, allowing students to discover the opportunities to serve their campus and surrounding Tucson community.• Assisted in forming and sustaining student leadership team to lead student organization.• Supervised service events and intentionally create space for students to reflect on their experiences.

• Informed prospective Saint Louis University students and their families with a positive and informative view of the University through detailed campus tours.• Designed and applied creative ways to display the SLU experience to prospective students through email and social media outlets.• Responded promptly to daily emails from prospective students about the Undergraduate Admission process and life at SLU.• Met one-on-one with prospective students and families about application questions and the academic, spiritual, and social experiences on campus.• Presented the opportunities a college education can provide to first-generation students and families.• Remained available for last-minute tasks from supervisors and help on multimedia projects.

Griesedieck Hall

• Be a responsible resident educator by helping freshmen students to set goals and establish floor standards.• Encourage students to immerse themselves in the Saint Louis University community through involvement and activities.• Support and motivate students to thrive in all aspects of college life at SLU - academically, socially, and spiritually.• Create an inclusive environment for students to feel comfortable exploring possible future careers, beliefs, and new social settings.• Be available for regular resident interaction.

Master Of Education In Education Policy And Leadership, Gpa: 4.0

Areas of study included: Quantitative Analysis (STATA), Education Programs and Policy Implementation, Policy Analysis, Project Management.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Education, Mathematics, Global & Local Social Justice

Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Omega, Delta Gamma Sorority, Residence Life, Student Activities Board, Student Government Association