Experience

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  Alpha phi international fraternity

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

  Educational leadership consultant

  --Selected for competitive position as traveling delegate to visit and advise collegiate chapters around the country including the University of Alabama, Virginia Tech, University of Texas and Boston University--Established new 220-member organization from the ground up at The University of Alabama--Managed a $100K budget for expenses such as education, campus relations, marketing and events--Developed and delivered weekly presentations to groups of over 200 people and mentored future leaders --Partnered with key university officials including the President, Dean of Academic Affairs and Dean of Students to assess chapter programs and operations Show less

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  Oakwood city schools

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Social studies teacher

  -Taught 150 students in Modern World Studies, American History, Psychology and Sociology (grades 9-12) -Developed original lesson plans, tests, quizzes and projects to enhance student engagement and participation following National Council for the Social Studies and the Ohio Department of Education standards-Adapted instruction to different learning styles while integrating cooperative group activities, simulations, real-world issues, hands on learning and technology into the classroom -Member of a committee focused on implementing a credit-flex program-Ohio Graduation Test tutor, created lessons, study materials and worked with students to pass the OGT Show less

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  The aspire program

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Dean of students

  -Created, lead and supervised a series of community activities at the program for gifted middle school girls from under resourced Cleveland area schools-Facilitated all matters regarding student life (academics, extra-curricular) -Collaborated with teachers and faculty deans to address student issues and communicated expectations to students and families

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  Jackson county schools

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Social studies teacher

  -2012-2013 Taught 160 students in World History, Civics/Government and created and taught an elective course on the decade of the 1960s-2011-2012 Taught 175 students in World History and Civics/Government developing original lesson plans, tests, quizzes and projects -Co-taught and collaborated two class periods with a Special Education teacher modifying and accommodating student IEPs -Developed and led professional development sessions for colleagues focused on the implementation of 21st century skills and tools including the iPad, ELMO, CPS responders and other online tools-Worked extensively as a member of the “School of Excellence Committee” that developed the Ripley High School application for recognition, specifically examining and collecting data for the section focused on “Active Teaching and Learning” Show less

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  The aspire program

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  Dean of junior teachers

  The Aspire Program is a tuition-free academic and leadership summer program that connects Hathaway Brown School with under-resourced public schools around Cleveland. The program targets high achieving girls limited in opportunity because of low family income and lack of exposure to higher education.-Advised and mentored nine Junior Teachers, who are current high school students, who developed activities for middle school students-Collaboratively establishes a high-energy, positive, and supportive tone in the program through group-building games, stories, quotations, traditions, contests, and special events-Supported, encouraged and evaluated Junior Teachers, offering them a quality introduction to the teaching field through meetings, observations and facilitating conversations-Oversaw the organization of the Junior Teachers as they manage daily tasks (choice period, theme lunches, bulletin boards, etc.) Show less

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  Hathaway brown school

  Jul 2013 - now

  -Partner with the Director of Enrollment Management to oversee the Admission side of the office-Create consistency and continuity within the Admission Office by developing a comprehensive annual calendar/timeline to solidify and standardize across all divisions the necessary tasks/action items for preparation and review of the process-Collaborate with each division's Admission Director to standardize and streamline the admission experience for families-Manages applicants in grades 5-8 and oversees the admission committees, application evaluation and communications with prospective families and outreach activities.-Interviews candidates and their parents; securing the necessary student credentials; and communicating final decisions to the appropriate individuals.-Involvement in the marketing of the institution and serves as a liaison to the Middle School.-Collaborates regularly with the Middle School Director and classroom teachers to create programming and monitor retention efforts.-Active in all aspects of school life including teaching and supervising students.-Assists in the coordination of events including testing and open house.-Assists with the allocation of flexible tuition.-Manages the re-enrollment of current students for the succeeding year.-Collaborates with Database Manager to monitor relevant statistics on all aspects of the admission and re-enrollment program.-Serves as a member of committees for Hathaway Brown School and represents Hathaway Brown on committees for Admissions (CCIS Admissions Committee). Show less -Managed applicants in grades K-8 and oversaw the admission committees, application evaluation and communications with prospective families and outreach activities. -Interviewed candidates and their parents; securing the necessary student credentials; and communicating final decisions to the appropriate individuals.-Involved in the marketing of the institution and served as a liaison to the Middle and Primary School.-Collaborated regularly with the Primary and Middle School Directors and classroom teachers to create programming and monitor retention efforts. -Active in all aspects of school life including teaching and supervising students.-Assisted in the coordination of events including testing and open house. -Assisted with the allocation of financial aid.--Manages the re-enrollment of current students for the succeeding year.-Collaborated with Database Manager about relevant statistics on all aspects of the admission and re-enrollment program.-Served as a member of committees for Hathaway Brown School and represents Hathaway Brown on committees for Admissions (CCIS Admissions Committee). Show less -Managed the middle school applicants and oversaw the middle school admission committee, application evaluation and communications with prospective families and outreach activities. -Interviewed candidates and their parents; securing the necessary student credentials; and communicating final decisions to the appropriate individuals.-Involved in the marketing of the institution and serves as a liaison to the Middle School. --Active in all aspects of middle school life including teaching and supervising students.--Assisted in the coordination of events including testing and open house. --Assisted with the allocation of financial aid and scholarships.--Managed the re-enrollment of current students for the succeeding year.--Collaborated with Database Manager to monitor relevant statistics on all aspects of the admission and re-enrollment program.-Served as a responsible member of committees for Hathaway Brown School and represents Hathaway Brown on committees for Admissions (CCIS Admissions Committee). Show less

  • Assistant Director of Enrollment Management

    Jul 2021 - now

  • Assistant Director of Enrollment Management K-8

    Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Director of Middle School Admission

    Jul 2013 - Jul 2019