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Washington, Dc, Us

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Manage and lead the History and Science Departments at Chavez. Drive a team of seven teachers with diverse skill and experience levels to deliver high quality instruction that is both horizontally and vertically aligned, through weekly data analysis and targeted feedback sessions. Single-handedly designed and implemented an innovative data analytics process that has been replicated in Chavez’s recently founded middle school; continue to drive process improvement and implementation. Design and implement aligned curricula across numerous subject areas according to rigorous program standards. Design and deliver high quality professional development sessions to large audiences, utilizing cutting edge instructional frameworks, in both virtual and in-person settings. Regularly engage performance analysis and performance review with direct reports.

Naples Area, Italy

Supported the Strategy and Future Requirements Office (N5) for Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia by managing diverse projects affecting Navy assets across the region. Subject matter included business and financial management, performance management, and strategic planning. Regularly worked with senior military officers and civilian staff to achieve region objectives. Acquired in-depth knowledge of government and military management, while working on high-visibility and time-sensitive priorities. In internal role with WWC, was promoted twice within the span of two years, eventually becoming primary team lead and supervisor of the company’s largest overseas contract network. Was accountable for a ten-person team with total contracts surpassing $1,000,000 in value. Fostered positive corporate relationships with senior military and civilian leadership serving as WWC clients. Managed employee progression and development. Created numerous internal training and development resources. Ensured team compliance with contractual and legal obligations. Proactively identified and promoted potential new business opportunities. Hired and out-processed employees. Served as primary point of contact connecting WWC headquarters to its Naples team.

New York, New York

Managed 13 teachers and approximately 1,100 students at 6 school sites across New York City to ensure high quality implementation of the NFTE program in participating schools. Built and maintained NFTE relationships with school administrators. Coached teachers to ensure quality delivery of the NFTE curriculum. Designed and led regular professional development seminars. Planned, coordinated, and executed numerous high-profile regional events. Developed NFTE’s corporate partnerships as the main point of contact with key partner organizations. Raised awareness of NFTE functions and accomplishments by contributing to NFTE’s social media campaign through numerous platforms.

Managed and educated approximately 50 students per year. Interacted with children and parents of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Authored grade-wide curriculum and unit assessments aligned with state standards. Was selected as a “Lab-Site Teacher” and extensively trained in best practices by consultants from Columbia University’s Reading and Writing Project. Led efforts to use data analytics to drive reading and writing instruction. Facilitated interdepartmental coordination and trained fellow teachers in best practices. Was selected to mentor incoming teachers, providing them with school orientation, instructional guidance, and feedback. Founded, managed, and directed an award-winning show choir.

Endicott, New York

Canvassed and utilized social media to promote candidate for the Broome county legislature. Created and managed candidate website

Bronx, Ny

Selected for highly competitive two-year teaching program for recent college graduates in schools affected by the achievement gap. Managed and educated up to 120 students per year spanning multiple grade levels and subject areas. Created and managed classroom website. Procured donation of core curriculum books for school use. Founded school track team and a student anger-management group.

Hart Building, Washington Dc

General Legislative Intern for the Office of Senator Charles Schumer* Conducted inverse research to locate sources for law review article concerning the Senator* Managed constituent contact via phone and mail. Recorded notes for briefings and hearings. Assisted in research for Judiciary Committee Staff.* Utilized Info Track and JetScan.

Williamsburg, Virginia

Research Assistant* Helped in development of new conceptual model for federalism.* Researched Production Possibility Frontier.* Created potential models representing various homeland security organizations.

Writing Workshop Summer Institute, Education

"Working In A Campaign Track" Summer Training Program

Received training on legislative and campaign agenda setting.

Master'S Of Science In Education, Education

Teach for America's alternative certification program

Bachelor Of Arts, History

Activities and Societies: The Accidentals, Kappa Alpha Theta, Student Mentor Program, Student Assembly, William and Mary in Washington