Iris Jeffries Email & Phone Number

United States

- Conduct research activities focused on the influence of environment on children’s language and cognitive development in the Rowe Lab with Dr. Meredith Rowe

- Conduct research activities focused on children’s social and causal reasoning abilities in the Computational Cognitive Development Lab with Dr. Elizabeth Bonawitz and Dr. Igor Bascandziev

- Designed and delivered Spanish 10, 11, and 15 courses using language acquisition strategies and pedagogy while maintaining 100% use of the target language- Spiraled language with content and culture to facilitate transcultural competence for undergraduate and graduate students- Collaborated ongoing across teams to revise and update curriculum within the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures for the most current content- Led and managed a team of instructors through course implementation

- Led “Contemporary Art and Early Childhood” with Dr. Louisa Penfold to explore early childhood development, arts education, and learning- Led “The Challenges Kids Face: Developmental, Cultural, and Contextual Perspectives on Risk & Resilience” with Professor Rebecca Jackson to review and investigate the major psychosocial difficulties facing school-aged children- Used current and classic psychological literature to explore the challenges kids experience with a mental health diagnosis- Supported “Proseminar: Partnership in Education Research (PIER) Fellowship” for doctoral students with Dr. Thomas Kane and PIER Program Manager Ashley Dixon to learn how to work with school agencies to produce research that both meets high scholarly standards and informs education decision-making

Schmitt Lab

Cambridge, Massachusetts, Estados Unidos

- Designed and implemented lessons focused on gender, identity, sexuality, and social-emotional wellbeing to align with Massachusetts Health Curriculum Framework - Developed self-efficacy, advocacy, and empowerment skills for 400+ students grades 9-12 in one year within the Rindge School of Technical Arts (RSTA) program- Adapted curriculum to diverse needs across technical and vocational concentrations including Biotech, Engineering, Auto, Culinary Arts, Health Assisting, Creative Design, Print & Production, Early Education, Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Information Technology- Led instruction in a multicultural and urban community including 67+ ethnicity codes

- Served on the Chief of Staff leadership team and provided thought partnership across strategies - Designed and implemented program evaluation plans, systems, and data tracking processes for monitoring the effectiveness of Human Capital programs- Worked closely with the Director of Special Projects and the Operations and Special Projects Manager to implement office-wide processes including operations, procurement, grant development, status/progress tracking and monitoring, and reporting- Identified and executed strategies for improving department processes while leading office-wide communication and staff culture initiatives - Provided assistance to the Director of Talent with recruitment initiatives and built partnerships at undergraduate/graduate schools of education, nonprofit organizations, and various community advocacy organizations- Supported Human Capital teams on logistical and project management needs - Provided additional capacity for special projects by updating educator job boards, managing data, and planning new projects and work streams- Developed and disseminated competency-aligned professional development opportunities for personalized department needs

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

- Researched and reported on various education policy research topics - Assisted with event planning and logistics, including developing timelines, booking travel, and contacting vendors- Supported all program activities and processes, including admissions, recruitment, and data collection- Drafted and revised content for program materials, publications, and advertisements- Copyedited and proofed reports and documentation

Lexington, Massachusetts, United States

- Assisted with collecting, entering, and analyzing questionnaire data- Conducted literature reviews on topics such as metacognition, executive function, and self-regulation- Developed and refined infographics and PowerPoint presentations- Drafted and edited research findings for submission to conferences, journals, or other publications- Outlined white papers and wrote executive function centered blogs- Supported program evaluation and ResearchILD conference preparation

Appalachia - Middlesboro, Kentucky

- Created lessons, units, and projects that aligned with clear objectives to ensure student understanding for a uniquely designed and differentiated curriculum- Implemented lectures, team-building activities, debates, discussions, and demonstrations to teach high school Spanish language and culture while facilitating a positive classroom for student empowerment and learning- Established positive relationships and collaborated with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to optimize student engagement and content absorption- Observed and tracked student performance data to promote individual investment, growth, and learning progress and attain 100% proficiency at Novice High or better - Interviewed school hires, managed school budget, and voted district policy change as one of three elected teacher representatives on Site-Based Decision-Making (SBDM) Council for 4 years- Served as delegate and representative to vote for District 6 at yearly KASC conference for SBDM - Revived retired student publication "MHS Beeline" and oversaw, designed, and edited online newspaper - Led an international student travel program, planning and coordinating with parents, faculty, and students while taking charge of 6+ minors in out-of-country educational experience - Served as Homebound teacher visiting and teaching in individual homes for students experiencing mental and physical ailments that prevent regular school attendance- Served as Home Team Leader to mentor TFA corps members in the Appalachian region- Assistant-coached the Humanities sector of Academic Team

Greater New York City Area

- Sorted queries under 4 literary agents' taste, assigning judgment and seeking potential manuscripts- Read potential manuscripts, wrote reader reports, and discussed content potential to help determine future agency representation- Managed rejections through mailings and e-mail correspondence

Ann Arbor, Mi

- Researched and interviewed notable faculty and staff at the University of Michigan- Analyzed and compiled information to draft weekly Spotlight stories for faculty and staff publication- Coordinated and executed photoshoots with Michigan Photography and U-M faculty and staff- Managed and arranged 'Coming Events' section of the online and print paper at the University of Michigan

University Of Michigan

- Led staff of 25 + writers through weekly meetings, contact, and guidance through reminders, ideas, suggestions, deadlines, and support- Coordinated with managing editor and facilitated information from the Olympia Media Group headquarters in New York- Managed and edited articles each week for print and online national publication- Wrote weekly articles of 500 + words with unique featured photo- Recruited and interviewed applicants for writer, photographer, social media management, and advertising positions- Increased awareness and developed the Odyssey at Michigan presence through social media, word of mouth, and active promotion

Charleston, South Carolina Area

- Provided feedback on first round drafts, completed Jacket Design Requests, fulfilled Image Design Requests, and drafted cover copy- Managed and updated CRM information and data- Researched potential geographic areas and authors to create viable book pitches- Attended weekly meetings to maintain company awareness and overarching developments- Sorted, filed, and organized inventory

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

Intramural Sports

- Efficiently supervised University of Michigan fitness facilities and provided excellent customer service to patrons while managing a staff of 15+ employees- Exercised leadership ability, safe cash-handling skills, and emergency problem-solving

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Remote

- Responded to public interest through weekly articles written on relevant campus topics- Met deadlines and contributed to overall company branding

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Marquette, Michigan

Ed.M. Education Policy And Management

Activities and Societies: MIXED - Student Organization Group Co-LeaderEDU HPL101 - How People Learn EDU A501 - Negotiation Workshop EDU.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), English Language And Literature, Spanish Language And Literature

Activities and Societies: Delta Delta Delta- Pursued a dual degree in English Language & Literature and Spanish Language & Literature.

Education

- Engaged with students and taught elementary Spanish at Quitman County Elementary while completing graduate level education courses.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Spanish Language And Literature

- Attended local university classes taught by native Spanish speaking professors to obtain credits towards concentration in Spanish.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Spanish Language And Literature

- Attended local university classes taught by native Spanish speaking professors to obtain credits towards concentration in Spanish.

Education record