Lorraine Kellum, MA

Experience

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  USAID

  May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Executive Office Manager

  Selected to assist the executive team in achieving their policy objectives through program office support and streamlining of processes• Demonstrated proficiency in dealing with intricate political and regulatory landscapes and establishing connections with government authorities• Managed and maintained employee files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant regulations• Learned federal government practices, policies, and operations and navigated complex bureaucratic structures Show less

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  U.S. Department of State

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Community Liaison Officer

  Supported expatriate management services team for US Department of State to enhance the experience of US diplomatic families • Maintained a well-organized office and information library, ensuring timely access to critical resources for families of diplomats • Helped to ease the transition of newcomer diplomats to a new country by directing them to resources on local norms and culture• Developed skills in community outreach and communication by participating in activities and initiatives designed to support the needs of US citizens living overseas Show less

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  ALON, Inc

  May 2010 - Jan 2011

  Program Support Assistant

  Provided professional services for DEA in support of mission to combat drug trafficking and promote public safety• Attained “Secret” level clearance • Streamlined data management and oversaw computer database systems• Assisted in the procurement of services from external vendors

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  Roanoke City Public Schools

  Sept 2012 - May 2013

  Family Engagement and Support Officer

  Integrated children and their families into the school environment, while also educating and training teachers on culturally responsive pedagogy.• Assisted ELL families in understanding and adapting to the cultural expectations and norms of the school environment

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  UNDP

  Jul 2013 - Sept 2013

  Liaison Officer

  Coordinated arrangements for UNOSSC Global South-South Development Expo event• Established partnerships with key stakeholders• Collated development and risk mitigation strategies to support capacity building • Promoted event and increased stakeholder engagement through digital marketing and concept notes

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  Virginia Tech Language and Culture Institute

  Sept 2013 - Aug 2014

  ESL Adjunct Instructor

  Designed and implemented English language programs for non-native adult learners in preparation for university studies in the United States • Advocated for/fostered an inclusive learning environment and enhanced students' life skills• Successfully prepared students for language examinations and university admissions• Taught students digital and media literacy skills and academic research methodologies

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  Prince William County Public Schools

  Feb 2014 - Jul 2014

  ESOL Specialist

  Acted as a liaison between the school and migrant communities to help teachers create inclusive and equitable learning environments for ELL families• Promoted cultural awareness and sensitivity within the school community, enhancing mutual understanding and respect• Curated digital resources and trained educators, ensuring the implementation of policies that foster inclusive practices

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  Franconian International School

  Aug 2015 - Jul 2022

  Educator & Program Strategy Manager

  Expanded programs to be more culturally and linguistically responsive and delivered online and face-to-face educational experiences to both young learners and teaching staff • Trained teachers in how to utilize and leverage digital tools for multilingual learners and develop media literate academic language learners• Designed and implemented school-wide P/CVE and diversity awareness campaigns• Led cultural exchange programs in Paris; Istanbul; Hamburg; Dublin; and Agadir, Morocco• Participated in policy committees and founded Gender Mainstreaming Working Group• Utilized digital platforms to analyze data and monitor learning progress Show less

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  Bonn International School

  Aug 2019 - Jan 2020

  EAL Program Director

  Managed whole-school English language program, advocating for a diverse student body of approx. 400 students• Transformed KPIs into 21st century language programs utilizing digital pedagogies and inclusion• Leveraged digital tools to conduct data analysis and assess program needs • Articulated program strategy to external bodies and secured accreditation renewal

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  International School of Brussels

  Feb 2020 - Jul 2020

  Online Educator & Curriculum Developer

  Translated on-site educational programs to synchronous and asynchronous virtual learning programs in response to COVID-19 pandemic • Collaborated cross-functionally in remote work environments• Served as ESOL subject matter expert for digital learning programs • Analyzed data and used insights to design ESOL interventions

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  Self-employed

  Aug 2022 - now

  • Provided technical assistance to bilingual international school in 21st century multilingual programming and how to create learning materials using AI• Supporting university-level program capacities in support of business students' global projects in East Africa• Wrote Marketing & Consumer Behavior curriculum and delivered to 90 university students in-person and virtually • Writing a study and impact-assessment report on impact of online ecosystems on children’s radicalization Developing learning programs and coaching clients to meet academic and professional goals • Wrote synchronous and asynchronous personalized curricula and learning plans, which contributed to successful admissions among graduate school candidates, school-aged students, and FSOT test-takers • Published political psychology writing in Psychology Today

  • International Education Policy Consultant

    Aug 2022 - now

  • Language Curriculum Writer & Trainer

    Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
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  Teachstone

  Oct 2024 - now

  EU CLASS® Specialist

  Supporting educators and administrators at U.S. Army locations globally • Capacity building at Department of Defense (DoDEA) schools and implementing the Classroom Assessment Scoring System® (CLASS)• Consulting educational leaders and monitoring progress at Child Development Centers in Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, and Japan