Lorena Lee Email & Phone Number

Pacific Beach, Washington, United States

Lead a Bezos Academy with children ages three through five as part of a growing multi-state network of high-quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. Hire teachers, support student recruitment efforts, build a strong family community, coach and develop teaching staff, and ensure the educational experience for each child in every classroom is of the highest standard. Bring significant teaching and school leadership experience, knowledge of child development, management experience, exceptional communication skills, and experience working with families and leaders from diverse community areas. I have a passion for our mission to expand access to high-quality preschools in under-resourced communities.

Greater Seattle Area

Created an alliance between the school, family, and community to mobilize and coordinate services for children and families at the Bezos Academy. Worked collaboratively to build the skills of staff, children, and families by providing services that include meetings and workshops, classroom visits and observations, crisis intervention, and staff training. Implemented the systems and strategies necessary to ensure all students could reach their full potential at Bezos Academy. Became a resource to caregivers, developing strong community, school, and family connections

Greater Seattle Area

Led student support plans and services for Bezos Academy. I served as the liaison to the local district offices and service providers. Worked collaboratively to build the skills of staff, students, and families by providing support that included student observations and assessments, facilitation of teacher co-planning meetings, and staff and family training. In partnership with other local Bezos Academy leaders and teachers, I implemented the systems and strategies necessary to ensure all students were able to reach their full potential at Bezos Academy. Developed meaningful partnerships with local educational agencies to support children with developmental delays or disabilities. Became a resource to caregivers, developing strong community, school, and family connections.

Monroe, Washington, United States

Developed partnerships with community organizations, service providers, institutions of higher education, schools, and outside service agencies to provide diverse students access to opportunities. Created family engagement opportunities and programs to support parent participation. Collaborated with school principal to manage teams including: Trauma-Informed Leadership Team, districtwide Behavioral Health Team, Guidance Team, Student Support Team for IEP, Crisis Team, and Threat Assessment support.Wrote and published print and online communication materials for parents, staff, and community stakeholders.Facilitated the alignment of school-based youth services and culturally specific programs from community organizations under trauma-informed principles and practices through training, networking opportunities, and streamlining of student identification and referral systems.Monitored grant program components for compliance with grant program goals, monitored grant compliance, and reported outcomes.Mediated conflicts between parents, teachers, and students, to resolve issues impeding students’ success.

Managed parent leadership training programs for minority, low-income, and underserved populations Partnered with school districts and community organizations to reach out to underrepresented families Developed and monitored program budget, managed account payables and receivablesPlanned and coordinated professional development workshops for educatorsPlanned and arranged meetings with community partners and programs to benefit families in crisisLed special events including the annual Equity and Engagement Conference attended by hundreds of community, organization, and business stakeholders; oversee speakers, venue, vendors, and registrationsCreated and maintained a large database Represented the organization in meetings and public events

Master'S Degree, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Bachelor'S Degree, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration