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Selected to participate in a two-year program that strengthens the capacity of education agencies to use data. The fellowship emphasizes advanced research methods, leadership, data analysis to inform education policy, and effective communication of results.

• Clean, manage, extract, analyze, and combine large datasets with more than 12,000,000 observations using R.
• Evaluate program and policy impact using statistical analyses and regression, including causal inference, time series models, and value-added models.
• Visualize data through Tableau dashboards and graphs, including a NAEP assessment dashboard that accounted for 34% of all website traffic in the month after its release.
• Track and visualize monthly implementation data from grantees serving more than 22,000 students by developing a data collection system linked to automated dashboards.
• Make strategic recommendations to state education agencies and national organizations by transforming data into relevant, actionable insights.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

Remote Work

Durham, North Carolina, United States

• Drafted issue briefs synthesizing research, policy, and best practices to support the New Mexico Early Childhood Transition Initiative.
• Created and updated a public-facing tracker detailing states' use of CARES Act GEER funds.
• Researched and updated a public-facing tracker outlining each state's temporary regulations and supports for child care during the COVID-19 crisis. (found here.

Camden, NJ

• Led daily classroom instruction in Math, Literacy, and Writing.
• Analyzed data and implemented an instructional plan to address gaps in learning, resulting in an average of 20% student growth in key Math standards.
• Communicated daily with students, families, and colleagues around students’ goals.

Camden, NJ

• Adapted and taught Math and Literacy curriculum to students with learning and/or behavioral disabilities in a small-group setting.
• Supported students with learning disabilities during whole-group instruction by providing individualized coaching and "mini lessons."

Washington, DC

• Read, analyzed, and tracked over 244 state bills related to student data privacy, evaluating each bill on 35 different indicators.
• Planned and executed a quarterly meeting of more than 60 leaders in education and technology.
• Drafted a monthly email newsletter outlining updates relating to student data privacy legislation, regulations, trends, and best practices.
• Developed materials (issue briefs, presentations, web content, etc.) to support the organization’s advocacy strategy.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Researched clients' social media presence and produced detailed reports outlining the findings-Brainstormed creative marketing events to increase a client's presence in the mainstream media-Helped plan, organize, set-up, and staff events for various clients--including real estate developers, restaurants, and retail stores in the Washington, DC metro area.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Drafted responses to constituents' letters, primarily those concerning healthcare, education, or the environment.-Researched topics relating to education, healthcare, the environment; Produced reports to be reviewed by the Legislative Correspondent and the Legislative Assistant.-Attended Senate hearings and summarized the proceedings in issue briefs for.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Helped lobby for the Marine Debris Reauthorization Act; drafted state-specific factsheets, distributed information, and met with the offices of key Congressmen.-Tracked the development of conservation and appropriations bills in the Senate and the House through THOMAS. Sent bi-weekly updates to all policy staff.-Compiled, summarized, and distributed a.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Organized and maintained approximately 1,500 confidential student files-Scheduled appointments for students and advisors using IBM Lotus Notes

Master Of Public Policy (Mpp)

Relevant coursework: Advanced Econometrics I and II / Modeling Data / Fundamentals of Data Science / Communicating Data for Impact /.

Mat, Elementary Education And Teaching

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Political Science

Activities and Societies: Dean's List, University Honors Program, AU Club Field HockeyMinor in Economics