Looking to make a difference? Be yourself: silly, smart, courageous, forgiving, and reflective.
Recently, I ventured into the world of self-employment and work now as an educational consultant for personal and professional growth, curriculum development, project management, and digital organization. The truth is, this step scares me but excites me as I envision a flexible life that allows for the travel I desire.
As a multi-passionate individual, I am highly interested in utilizing my skills in new capacities and continuing to grow and learn as a person and a professional. For example, I recently received my Reiki certification as an energy healer and I’m so thrilled to find ways to support healing and growth. I also joined Toastmasters International to stretch my comfort zone and build my confidence in public speaking.
My professional background includes teaching social studies and special education at the middle and high school levels, developing curriculum for remote workforce professional development courses and ESL courses for adult learners, and project management and event coordination for speaker events, advisory boards, and travel management.
I have almost a decade of experience in research, statistics, and data analysis, from my undergraduate thesis at Georgia State University to my time as a researcher at Michigan State University and my completion of a doctoral degree at Lehigh University.
Bachelor of Arts – Economics with a minor in Human Geography
Master of Arts – Teaching and Curriculum with a concentration in the Economics of Education and Educational Policy
Doctorate of Education – Educational Leadership with a K-12 Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction
In 2021-2023, I lived in Norway, first as a Fulbright Roving Scholar and then served on an English news and curriculum team for a digital learning resource company for Norwegian schools.
Some fun facts about me:
- Lived in 6 states and visited 46 states (goal all 50)
- I’ve been to 12 countries (and counting!)
- Completed numerous 5Ks, 10Ks, and one half marathon
- Advocating for kindness and compassion is my jam
- I absolutely cannot stand ketchup
- My favorite food is a nice grilled cheese sandwich
- I love to travel
- Learning new things is a passion – I find it fun to explore