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Motivated, driven, and empathetic school leader with a commitment to learning and collaboration and a proven track record in early childhood education,  special education, service  learning, adult learning and DEIJ, reading instruction and leadership through a servant and transformational style of leadership. 

Professional Overview

  • 20 years of teaching and leadership experience

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  • Primary school leadership experience, 1.5 years as School Leader Intern

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  • Leadership experience at ICSAbidjan

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  • ADMIN I endorsement with the state of MD

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  • International Baccalaureate (IB) training

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  • Business experience

Key Competencies

  • Procurement of Goods and Services

  • Grants Writing

  • Climate and Community Building

  • Improving Student Achievement

  • Conflict Management & Resolution

  • Adult Learning

  • Instructional Best Practices

  • Data Analysis

  • Standards Best Practices

  • Instructional Coaching

Professional Interests

  • School Administration

  • Data Analysis

  • Inquiry based learning

  • Master Scheduling

  • Staff Wellbeing

  • Professional Development

  • Positive Behavioral Management

  • Service Learning

  • Conflict Management & Resolution

  • Instructional Leadership

  • Grants Writing

  • DEI and Community Building

  • IEP and Compliance Facilitation  

  • School Accreditation

  • Reading Instruction and Coaching

Educator Experience

  • Charles County Public Schools, 2023-present

    • Reading Resource Teacher (RRT/ILT)

    • 5th grade Grade Level Leader and teacher

    • SPED Case Manager and SK-1 PED Teacher, WKJ-IV, Tera-Tema-Tewl,  Cognitive atesting, IEP Drafting, Present Levels, IEP Meeting Facilitation​

  • ICSA, Abidjan, 2018-2023

    •  Grades 1 and 3 Teacher (AERO, Common Ground, Bridges Math, Workshop Model)​

  • District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) 2008-2018

    •  Grades K-5 Teacher (Common Core, Singapore Math, Engage NY)

    •  Grade Level Team Leader - Kindergarten and 1

    •  Staff Development Facilitator Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) 2006-2008 

  • Head Start and Kindergarten Teacher (Montessori)

Education & Certifications

MSA Educational Administration, 2013


BA Child Development, 2005

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Special Education, 2024

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The Science of Reading Fundamentals for Maryland Educators ,Micro-credential,  2025


Early Childhood Education (DC, USA)


ASC Administrative Service Credential (DC, USA)


Association of International Educators of Color,
AIELOC, Aspiring School Leaders Program, present

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Leadership Experience

Reading Resource Teacher (ILT) 

Eva Turner Elementary School, Charles County PS
August 2024-present

  • Coordinate and monitor the school’s Reading/Literacy Program in collaboration with the principal and Office of Teaching and Learning.

  • Analyze student data to identify literacy needs and support instructional placement and academic growth.

  • Provide professional development, both school-based and county-wide, on reading/literacy strategies and best practices.

  • Mentor new teachers, offering support for classroom integration and instructional strategies.

  • Coach teachers on a scheduled basis, providing targeted support and feedback to enhance instructional practices.

  • Observe classrooms regularly, providing non-evaluative feedback to improve teaching effectiveness.

  • Lead the implementation of literacy initiatives and resources to promote a resource-rich teaching environment.

  • Collaborate with the Instructional Leadership Team to align literacy strategies with school-wide goals.

  • Assist in curriculum development and revision at the county level to improve reading instruction across the district.

Department Head

International Community School of Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
August 2022-June 2023

● Liaise with teaching staff members and school leaders to achieve set goals
● Establish a structure for team collaboration, decision-making, and grade level team meetings.
● Set grade level team collaboration norms and ensure implementation by the team
● Select, use, and interpret evaluation data
● Provide organizational leadership and support to teachers within their grade level
● Attend weekly Leadership Team (LT) meetings focused on communicating/ improving school-wide initiatives, student achievement and daily functioning of the school

DEIJ Steering Committee Leader
International Community School of Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
August 2022-2023

DEIJ Steering Committee Leader | August 2022-June 2023

  • Examine the student and staff school experience; provide a safe space for students and adults

  • Collaborate with school leaders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables

  • Collect and disaggregate quantitative and qualitative data and make recommendations for school improvement

  • Combine data from multiple sources into one database easy accessibility  and increased productivity

  • Work closely with school stakeholders to understand needs, challenges, and to set goals and objectives

  • Make strategic decisions based on professional development data and school wide academic goals, and vision

  • Plan school-wide events and activities to promote full inclusion

  • Identify priorities based on a assessment of the organization's strategic plan and schoolwide goals

Professional Learning (PL) Coordinator, Collaborative Teacher Training (CTT)

International Community School of Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
August 2018-June 2023

● Supports 250 students and 38 staff
● Developed and implemented the schools 1st professional growth program
● Manages logistics, communication, and quality control of PL units
● Customize PL activities for various groups and individuals
● Analyze PL data to inform next steps in adult learning
● Align learning experiences with school-wide goals
● Prepare effective and comprehensive oral and written communications, reports, publications, and presentations

Service Learning Lower School Head

International Community School of Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
August 2019-2022

● Developing communication, collaboration, leadership, problem solving, decision making, risk taking, and critical thinking in instructional staff and students
● Investigating the needs of the community
● Planning and preparing for community action
● Reflecting on the learning experiences of staff and students
● Demonstrate and communicate learning using 21st Century skills
● Maintain and support community partnerships
● Implement SL standards into instructional practices

Administrative Internship

D.C. Public Schools, Peabody Primary School
2012-2013

● Served approximately 210 students and 24 instructional staff
● Performed peer-to-peer evaluations to include pre and post observation conferences
● Authored a school improvement and technology integration plan
● Planned and facilitated back-to-school night
● Maintained clear and consistent communication with staff and parent populations
● Analyzed date to inform instruction
● Worked alongside principal to create schedules for daily work flow
● Created assessment windows for all grades

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