SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Adept at public speaking and collaborating across multidisciplinary platforms. Leads educational initiatives tailored to adult learners. 15+ years of experience in social media usage and strategizing. Skilled in using an analytical and empathic approach to enhance inclusivity in educational settings. Advanced classroom management skills. Extensive experience in the creative and performing arts. 

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Integrative Tech Platforms: Asana, Canva, Dropbox, G Suite, Slack, Zoom 

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EDUCATION

 

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA — Master of Science in Education, Reading, Writing, Literacy 

• Completed coursework and qualitative research on reading assessment, data literacy, the cultural and social context of learning and teaching, and curriculum development 

• Served as co-coordinator for the Greenfield-Carter Lecture on Early Child Well-being and Families (co-sponsors: Drs. Vivian Gadsden and John Fantuzzo)

• Conducted fieldwork research with doctoral students on makerspace models at the U-School in North Philadelphia. (Research led by Dr. Amy Stornaiuolo)

• President of the Black Graduate Women’s Association and Co-Chair of Communications for IDEAL (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access and Leadership). Campaigned with graduate and professional learners for a centralized diversity office

• Recipient of the Reading, Writing, Literacy Program’s Outstanding Service to Research Award

• PA Pending Certifications: Reading Specialist Cert. K-12 || Core Academic Skills: Reading, Writing || Grades 4-8 - Subject Concentration – E.L.A.

 

 

France Langue Opera, Paris, France  — Final Certificate B1

• Achieved intermediate proficiency in reading and speaking the French language

• Lived in Paris to complete a program in French civilization and culture. Completed contractual obligations as an au pair

• Lead singer of an acoustic-soul band based in Paris

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Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York  — Bachelor of Fine Arts, Acting; Concentration: Afro-Francophone Studies

• Cum Laude. Resident Advisor for 60+ undergraduates. Conducted administrative tours of the Drama Department and coordinated auditions for prospective students

• Musical Director of Groove Stand performance group for one semester. Developed conversational French and Spanish skills.

• Syracuse University Remembrance Scholar: Outstanding scholastic achievement and community activism concerning the terrorist attack on Pan Am Flight 103. Edward G. Greer Drama Scholar: Exemplary performance as an actress of ethnic diversity and winner of the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella Outstanding Soloist Award

• Activities and Societies: Remembrance Scholar, first SU Idol Winner, GrooveStand Member (ICCA Best Soloist Recipient), Tepper Semester in NYC, Sorkin Week Alumni, First Year Players, Cab Troupe, Paris Noir Scholar, WellsLink Participant, Emerging Leader Award Recipient

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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University of Pennsylvania, Catalyst @ Penn GSE (2024) — Associate Director of Innovative Programs

• Interfacing with key partners in higher education to engage in strategic planning for projects that enhance Catalyst's mission

• Project planning for the esteemed Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Prize in Education 

• Developing interdisciplinary programming that incorporates maker space learning and AR/VR initiatives

 

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Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Philadelphia, PA (2023 - 2024) — Library Team Member | ELA Push-In

• Interfaced directly with learners in grades pre-K through four and the elementary library team to build engaging ELA activities

• Provided push-in classroom literary support for the Wit & Wisdom curriculum at the second grade level

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Norristown Area High School, Philadelphia, PA (2023) — Drama Club Director (Part Time)

• Developed drama curriculum with an equity-focused framework to be presented to live audiences

• Led 30+ students in grades 9th-12th in building out an after school dramatic arts program

• Conducted two-month rehearsal process which culminated in a presentation of dances, monologues, and songs performed by students for district leaders, faculty, and families

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Friends’ Central School, Wynnewood, PA (2022 - 2023) — Annual Fund Manager 

• Developed appeals, managed a solicitation schedule, contacted donors, and led parent volunteer initiatives 

• Collaborated across school-wide Communications Team to develop marketing and advancement materials

• Developed and managed volunteer programs for parents and alumni/ae representatives who assist with Annual Fund solicitations and outreach

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Philadelphia School District Philadelphia, PA (2018 - 2022) — English Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher

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Andrew J. Morrison School (English Language Arts, Social Studies, 2020 - 2022):

• Engaged in digital student learning initiatives and adapted a curriculum that could be accessed through virtual and hybrid platforms.

• Employed learning strategies for 8th grade students in the areas of project-based learning, poetry and creative writing, Shakespearian text analysis

• Served as a member of the D.E.I.J. (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice) teacher’s committee by leading workshops for teachers and adult learners based on racial healing and social justice with a focus on mindfulness and cultural inclusivity

• Participated in 10-month program for teacher-coaching through the Restorative Practices in Action cohort

• Guided students to strengthen their foundational writing skills and reading comprehension strategies by utilizing the Wit and Wisdom curriculum and daily writing prompts

• Boosted student literacy benchmarks by administering learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials

• Led fundraising initiatives with the DonorsChoose platform to spearhead a yoga club for 12-15 students

 

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The Academy at Palumbo & Julia R. Masterman Demonstration School  (2019 - 2020)

• Guest teacher for English Language arts (Grades 9 and 10) and Mathematics (Grade 5)

• Utilized the IMAGINE Math Curriculum and Wit and Wisdom, and led project-based learning initiatives that engaged students in multimodal learning opportunities

• Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics

 

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Discovery Charter School (English Language Arts) (2018-  2019)

• Prepared weekly English Language Arts Writing plans, Developed relevant instruction to fit the needs of for 108 diverse learners

• Guided students to strengthen their foundational writing skills and reading comprehension strategies by completing daily reading and writing tasks. Utilized the Wit and Wisdom curriculum

 

University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA (2017 - 2018) — Graduate Research Assistant

• Served as part of a team to assist Dr. Amy Stornaiuolo in ethnographic fieldwork collection for data literacy initiatives, as needed 

• Coordinated qualitative research by conducting interviews with nearly two dozen students from the U-School in North Philadelphia

• Student taught at the Julia R. Masterman School (Nationally recognized for academic excellence, 2019) in Fairmount and worked extensively with 5th and 8th grade students on creative writing and approaches to analyzing Shakespearian texts and classical literature.

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Wolf Performing Arts Center, Ardmore, PA (2016 - 2017) — Theatre Arts Instructor

• Developed weekly lesson plans to teach fundamental performance skills to students in grades four through twelve

• Taught singing lessons and vocal technique

• Carried out residencies at Gladwyne Montessori and Temple Beth Hillel Day Schools

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Transcendence Theatre Company, Sonoma, CA (2012 - 2015) — Performer/Associate Director of Arts Education (One Season)

• Facilitated the creative process for two-dozen youth by composing original musical material and conducting a live performance for over 800 guests during the summer performance seasons

• Demonstrated effective performance techniques and conceived a new workshop based on company core values

• Instructed more than 30 teaching artists in team building exercises and consistently interacted with clientele to improve the quality of audience experience

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Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, PA (2009 - 2010) — Dorothy Haas Apprentice

• Understudied roles in "Oliver" and "Fallen Angels". Toured Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware

• Managed improvisational classes, collaborative workshops and anti-bullying awareness for youth