University of Virginia
Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Anticipated May 2026
Capstone: Dyslexic, Gifted, and Caught In-Between: A Qualitative Case Study of How Teachers Navigate Twice-Exceptionality in the Middle Grades
Harvard University
Certificate in School Management and Leadership, April 2024
University of Virginia
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Gifted Education, August 2019
Capstone: Dyslexic, Gifted, and Caught In-Between: A Qualitative Case Study of How Teachers Navigate Twice-Exceptionality in the Middle Grades
Wake Forest University
Bachelor of Arts in Politics and International Affairs, Minor in Schools, Education, and Society, May 2015
Departmental Honors; Magna cum laude
Jack D. Fleer Award-Winning Senior Thesis: Uneven Benefits, Uneven Burdens: A Mixed Methods Analysis of the School Choice Plan in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
High School Diploma, June 2011
Orton-Gillingham Academy
Fellow-in-Training (Teacher Educator working under Carrie Malloy, F/OGA)
Clinical-Level (Independent Practitioner) Credential
Swiss French School
B2 Level in French Language (An upper-intermediate, independent level where a person can communicate spontaneously and fluently on a wide range of topics and understand complex texts)
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Middle Childhood Generalist (Ages 7 - 12)
Summit School, Winston-Salem, NC
Assistant Director of Upper School (Grades 6 - 9) and Language Tutorial Instructor, July 2022 - May 2025
Conducted observations and evaluations across the Upper School to provide feedback and coaching based on individual needs and to connect teachers to resources for curriculum, instruction, and assessment
Led initiative to build master schedule for 200+ students annually including significant numbers of cross-division and multi-disciplinary faculty to accommodate needs of students and faculty
Reinvigorated a comprehensive Content Area Coordinators program in the Upper School to promote teacher leadership, provide additional teacher support, and strengthen teacher content knowledge
Provided leadership through mentorship and facilitation of onboarding initiatives for new employees and development of regular professional learning to promote best practices in teaching and learning
Responded to behavioral and mental health crises to maintain and enhance student safety and belonging
Analyzed assessment data to create class sets, provide coaching, and recommend curricular developments
Collaborated with parents and colleagues to address concerns to contribute to overall student well-being
Aided division director in recruitment and hiring of new personnel to nurture a diverse, talented faculty
Assisted in the management of divisional budgets for supplies, curriculum, and professional learning to ensure responsible stewardship of resources and positively promote divisional initiatives
Established formalized processes for student course changes and the review of curriculum resources and books to streamline decision-making and ensure alignment with school and divisional goals
Provided 1:1 and small group instruction to 16 students in structured literacy for students ages 5 - 13 using the Orton-Gillingham approach to literacy instruction
Administered assessments requiring A- and B-level credentials (e.g. WIST, PAST, Gallistel-Ellis, DIBELS-8) and used data from such assessments to plan and deliver instruction
Increased student achievement by 50%-300+% over yearly growth expectations in phonemic awareness, morphemic awareness, decoding, encoding, and written expression
Upper School (Grades 6 - 9) Learning Specialist, July 2021 - June 2022
Supported teachers in delivering differentiated learning experiences to 200+ students through coaching and feedback offered to teachers to increase student understanding, self-confidence, and independence
Reviewed psychological evaluations with families and faculty to create academic plans for students
Recommended students for placement in courses through analysis of assessment and evaluation data
Established Advanced Placement program to provide college-level course access to top students
Managed administrations of and accommodations for standardized assessments including Educational Records Bureau Comprehensive Testing Program and CollegeBoard examinations
Provided small group enrichment on topics including linguistics, math, and geography
Upper School (Grades 6 - 9) Teacher - Mathematics, Social Studies, and Advisory, August 2016 - June 2021
Increased achievement for 50+ students annually using research-based curricula, differentiated learning experiences, and quality assessments across all levels of a variety of courses including general math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and history
Engaged families in partnerships through regular communication to increase student success
Conducted daily meetings with 9 to 13 advisees to assist in managing class assignments, instruct students in study skills, address emotional/social health, and gain insights to share with student support personnel
Collaborated with colleagues to build an evaluation framework to improve practices and outcomes
Sought regular feedback from students, families, and colleagues to improve professional practice
Welborn Academy of Science and Technology, High Point, NC
Middle Grades (Grades 6 - 8) Teacher - Mathematics, August 2015 - June 2016
Designed learning experiences collaboratively to improve outcomes for 60+ students in 3 courses
Mentored 9 students daily to develop initiative, cultivate empathy, and improve social skills
Resolved communication and disciplinary issues through service on the School Leadership Team to improve social/emotional & academic outcomes for students and professional outcomes for faculty
Adapted learning standards using research-based practices to address the diverse needs of students
Summit School, Winston-Salem, NC
Assistant Director of Upper School, July 2022 - May 2025
CollegeBoard AP Coordinator and SSD Coordinator, July 2021 - May 2024
One-School Chair for Professional Development, November 2019 - May 2022
Mathematics Content Coordinator, August 2019 - May 2021
Sixth Grade Level Coordinator, August 2019 - May 2020
Welborn Academy of Science and Technology, High Point, NC
Rookie Teacher of the Year Award, May 2016
End-of-Grade Test Preparation Tutoring Coordinator, January 2016 - May 2016
Mathematics Content Coordinator, August 2015 - May 2016