Professional Experience
Technical Trainer and Implementation Consultant
Sept 2020- August 2021
​Develops a training plan including a training outline and timeline, training objectives, content, all training materials - including new virtual training materials for adult learners.
Learns the intricacies of the technology software and the state of Maryland judiciary case management system to understand the tool and the needs of the end user
Customizes training schedule and content based on the unique needs of each client
Conducts all day client trainings, ranging from over the course of an implementation training cycle
Leverages evidence-based teaching strategies such as knowledge checks, group discussions, and application activities for adult learners of all abilities to meet learning objectives
Instructional Coach at
The American School of Kuwait
August 2018 - August 2020
Hawalli, Kuwait
Provided Instructional, Professional, and Collaborative Leadership to a staff of 40 Middle School teachers.
Coordinated the development and the implementation of a Teacher's "Toolkit" in methodologies to develop critical thinking in the classroom
Led Educator Workshops for teachers in grades 6-12 for our school's professional learning community
Facilitated Department and Grade-Level meetings for consistency and collaboration across content areas
English Language Arts & ELL Teacher at
The American School of Kuwait
August 2016Â - June 2018
Hawalli, Kuwait
Taught literacy through Lucy Calkins' Reader's and Writer's Workshop to grade 6, grade 7, and grade 8 Honors English
Facilitated individualized and small group workshops for differentiated student learning and instruction
Taught English Language Learners according to English level, needs, abilities, topics and class objectives using Standards-Based grading
Wrote UBD Unit plans, writing Curriculum Maps, and Unpacking Common Core Standard Analysis
Social Studies and English Teacher at
Girard Academic Music Program
August 2009 - June 2016
Philadelphia, USA
Middle and High School Social Studies and English Teacher, Department Head, & Grade-level Team Lead.
Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to provide students with learning experiences that promote their cognitive and social development.
Wrote new curriculum materials and created courses such as: From Text to Film, Current Events and World Issues, and Literature electives
Leadership Seminar Chair at
Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Pennsylvania
May 2014 - May 2016
Harrisburg, USA
Chaired a Leadership Seminar for 250+ High School students while overseeing a staff of 85.
Held prior leadership roles in the organization of: Capitol Coordinator, Alumni Adviser, Group Facilitator, and Program Coordinator
Organized staff, events and program for 4-day HOBY Leadership Seminars for students across Pennsylvania
Used the Social Change Model of Leadership with focuses in: Personal Leadership, Group Leadership, & Leadership for Society
Teacher Coach and Liason
Pa-Moja Ol Pejeta Nature Conservancy
January 2011 - May 2013
Nanyuki, Kenya
Worked in Kenya via a partnership between the non-profit organization Pa-Moja and Ol Pejeta Nature Conservancy.
Coached teachers and provided sustainable teaching practices for their schools
Worked collaboratively with secondary schools in Kenya with a goal of creating connections with schools in North America
Assisted in raising funds and selection in providing: student scholarships, school fees, school resources, community outreach, and education
Teacher Coach and Mentor
IC Teacher Exchange
June 2011 - August 2011
Gulu, Uganda
One of 30 teachers selected from North America to participate in a Teacher Exchange Program in Northern Uganda
Tasked with creating sustainable teaching practices and coaching teachers on how to incorporate those practices into their classroom
Collaborated with existing secondary education teachers to develop those practices with little access to resources
Initiated after-school club and activity programs
English Language and Literature Teacher at
W.B. Saul High School
Nov 2008 - June 2009
Philadelphia, USA
English teacher for AP English Literature & Literature, 10th Grade Honors English
Taught lessons encompassing a range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Devising and writing new curriculum materials.
Design interactive lessons to accommodate multiple learning styles.
Professional Development
March - May 2019
Coaching & Coachability Inquiry Cycle
Completed the Coaching & Coachability Inquiry Cycle, which includes: online coaching and training, in-person sessions, and in-school application culminating into a Certificate in Coaching from the Near East South Asia Council for Overseas Educators.
April 2019
Spring Educators Conference Presenter
Led the Workshop entitled, "Creating a Classroom Climate that Fosters a Culture of Thinking" for the Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Educators.
June 2017
Literacy Specialist Workshops
Attended Disciplined Literacy and Academic Literacy Workshops through the Center for Professional Education of Teachers at Teachers College, Columbia University.
October 2015 - May 2016
Unpacking the Past Professional Development
Attended monthly professional development sessions through the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology for Social Studies Educators while receiving Act 48 credits through The University of Pennsylvania.
February 2015
Reading Like A Historian Training
Attended trainings and presented the material in workshops to other teachers in partnership between Stanford University and University of Pennsylvania for the Reading Like A Historian Program for Social Studies Educators.
August 2013 & August 2014
Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Training Institute
Attended a training institute in 2013 & 2014 to learn about program management & development, youth leadership training, fundraising, recruitment, & marketing.