Dedicated leader possessing a unique blend of experience in teaching, professional development and program coordination.

         Strong understanding of the importance of properly assessing students and implementing differentiated learning principles into development of individualized learning plans.

         Recognized for the ability to leverage strong organizational abilities to create and manage highly successful programs.

         Top-notch interpersonal skills, instrumental to delivering highly engaging content while training Teachers to promote student growth and development.

Prince George s & Montgomery County Public Schools, Riverdale & Takoma Park, MD 2012-Present

Reading Specialist (2015-Present) | Reading Teacher (2012-2015)

         Collaborate extensively with teaching team members to create highly effective curriculum for students ranging from 6th-8th grade.

         Strategically assess students and develop individualized learning plans to promote growth; utilize principles of differentiated learning while providing individual and group instruction.

         Create engaging course content focused on various topics, including literacy and reading comprehension.

         Serve as a co-teacher for ESOL, English, History and Social Studies.

Community Outreach Services, Inc., College Park, MD 2011-Present

Vice President / Administrator

         Exemplify strong organizational and leadership skills while directing administrative operations of educational programs.

         Perform various administrative tasks in a timely manner within a deadline driven environment.

         Strategically facilitate mental health and DUI / DWI counseling for program participants.

Prince George s County Public Schools, Riverdale, MD 2014-2015

ESOL Coach

         Leveraged strong leadership skills to successfully coach Teachers; created mock classroom scenarios to promote growth / development.

         Maintained strict adherence to state standards, as well as first four domains of Danielson s Framework for Teaching.

Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS, Washington, DC 2013-2014

Parent Involvement Coordinator / Administrator

         Fulfilled key leadership position focused on creating successful parenting programs and workshops.

         Implemented innovative strategies, resulting in significant growth and academic achievement.

         Utilized strong organizational abilities to facilitate events, coordinate home visits and increase overall program exposure.

Tree of Life Public Charter School, Washington, DC 2006-2011

Family Support Coordinator / Recruitment Officer (2007-2011)

         Strategically created successful programs to promote student and parental growth / development.

         Provided direct support to individuals in need; successfully facilitated various family services and family-strengthening initiatives.

         Designed and deployed innovative marketing materials to promote program exposure.

         Fostered a positive, welcoming environment for program participants while maintaining utmost professionalism throughout all operations.

Even Start Program Director (2006 2007)

         Assumed key leadership position responsible for managing various facets of family literacy program, including budgeting, performance and recruitment.

         Demonstrated an ability to maintain strict adherence to state and federal requirements throughout all operations.

The Arc of Northern Virginia, Falls Church, VA 2001-2006

Guardian / Client Advocate

         Served as an advocate for individuals suffering from mental and physical disabilities; fulfilled legal guardianship requirements.

         Demonstrated strong organizational abilities while managing multiple cases simultaneously.

Previous Positions:

The Mentor Network, Landover, MD; Support Living Specialist 1999-2001

Forestville High School, Forestville, MD; Special Educator / Case Manager 1999-2000

Arlington Community Residences, Chantilly, VA; Case Manager 1996-1999

Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute, Washington, DC, Adapted Physical Education Teacher 1995-1997

P.S.1X and P.S.6X, Bronx, NY; Physical Education Teacher 1988-1992

P.S.162M @ P.S.149, Manhattan, NY; Common Branches & Special Education Teacher 1987-1988

Master of Science in Education, The City College of New York, New York, New York

Bachelor of Science in Sport Sciences, Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York

Reading Specialist Certification, Maryland State Board of Education; 2020

Education Administration I Certification, University of Maryland; 2020

Advanced Professional Certificate, Maryland State Board of Education; 2020

Hospice Volunteer, Heartland Hospice, Beltsville, MD

Facilitated Teen Workshops on "Making Good Choices"