Question 1

Taught

Accepted Answer

Places I've worked: Chicago, Denver, Newark, Harlem
Courses I've taught: 
1st/2nd grade reading 
6th grade writing
7th grade science, math
8th grade math
High School: Algebra I, Physics, Chemistry, SAT Prep, College Preparation
Highlights:
Taught 9th-grade physics with student SAT II scores at the 40th percentile against self-selecting seniors.
Developed curriculum modifications for special needs students, achieving comparable SAT II results.
Led adoption and implementation of a new context-based math curriculum.
Coached teachers on effective instructional practices.
Founded a service-based science club

Question 2

Lead (School Level)

Accepted Answer

Founding Principal and Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Led the founding team, establishing mission, vision, and a college-focused culture.
Oversaw instructional and curricular development across all subjects.
Ensured culturally responsive, standards-aligned instruction through PD, lesson feedback, and observations.
Implemented data-driven instruction to address student needs.
Collaborated to hire faculty and staff.
Achieved state assessment results that consistently outperformed the district with year-over-year growth.
Leadership Fellow (Accelerate Institute + Democracy Prep)
Selected for the prestigious Ryan Fellowship, preparing educators to become principals in urban charter schools.
Completed the Accelerate Institute program, blending Kellogg School of Management coursework with leadership strategies.
Served on the leadership team at Democracy Prep Public Charter High School in Harlem as part of my field study.

Question 3

Lead (Network-Level)

Accepted Answer

Network Science and Math Director, Network High School Director
High School Design & Transition:
Researched best practices in high school design and created a guiding document aligning organizational values with industry standards.
Built and supported the transition process from 8th grade to high school.
Curriculum Design & Funding:
Designed and implemented the BRICK model for high school math and science curriculum.
Secured grant funding for science labs through Students 2 Science and increased cultural relevance in curricula.
Professional Development & Model Alignment:
Led professional development and maintained a Resource Hub aligning SEL with Math and Science.
Contributed to PK-12 model alignment and districtwide testing protocols.

Question 4

Designed Professional Learning

Accepted Answer

Director of Science
I developed innovative professional learning programs that aligned with standards-based instruction and equitable teaching practices. I led the creation of practical tools, instructive blogs, and processes to support educators. I also worked to position the organization as a thought leader in science education by fostering collaboration with mission-aligned organizations.
Samples:
Prompts to Enhance Grade-Level Science Learning
Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER): A Simple Framework for Writing Across Subject Areas
Phenomena Hub
Webinar (with Amber Woods): Teaching Today’s Student Scientists in Three Dimensions
Science Leadership and Coaching Round Tables
NSTA Presentations:
Making Meaning: Bringing the Community into Your Curriculum
Teaching Changemakers: Science Instruction to Make a Difference
Bringing Science Home: Affirm Student Scientists
More than Mobiles and Diagrams: Modeling with a Purpose

Question 5

Volunteered and Organized

Accepted Answer

PTA Diversity Council Chair
Website
Black History Month Family Guide
Past Events:
Facilitated Round Tables about topics such as: Indigenous People, Talking about Big Things with Little People, Seeking Calm in Times of Chaos, Championing Neurodiversity, Building Positive Math Identity, How to Talk with Kids about Gender
Founder and Leader of "Share Your Story," an annual community children's author event
Girl Scout Cookie Manager (Coordinated the sale of approximately 10,000 Girl Scout cookies!)
Manage grade-Level communication for elementary school families

What I Have Done

Taught

Lead (School Level)

Lead (Network-Level)

Designed Professional Learning

Volunteered and Organized

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