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Emily Richardson

Washington, D.C.

Summary

Experienced and dedicated educator with 9 years of success in curriculum design, team development, and inclusive learning environments for early childhood and adult learners. Proven track record in coaching educators and leading cross-functional teams to implement engaging, standards-aligned curriculum. Committed to applying this expertise to drive student, teacher, and organizational success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Learning Specialist

AMPLIFY EDUCATION INC
04.2025 - Current
  • Delivered engaging remote and onsite professional development sessions to groups of 30–40 educators, tailoring content to meet diverse school and district needs.
  • Collaborated with internal teams and participated in ongoing coaching to continuously enhance facilitation skills and deepen product knowledge.
  • Led professional development sessions with clarity and confidence, effectively communicating key concepts while adapting delivery to educator needs resulting in increased engagement and actionable takeaways.

Academic Interventionist

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • Directed full lifecycle of interventions, from development and implementation to ongoing monitoring, resulting in tangible performance improvements.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness with progress monitoring tools, data analysis, and ongoing assessments resulting in improved performance for over 80% of students.
  • Coordinated seamless stakeholder communication and collaboration with Google Suite and Microsoft Suite tools ensuring successful program implementation.

Teacher, Head Start

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • Design and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, meeting the academic and social emotional needs of a diverse student population
  • Facilitated adult workshops to equip families with strategies to support learning at home and connect with resources in the community.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and records to ensure compliance with federal regulations including Maryland State Accreditation.

Mentor Educator

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Coach and support 4 mentees through goal setting, instructional modeling, and actionable feedback to improve professional outcomes.
  • Lead targeted professional development aligned to curriculum and instructional priorities, promoting effective teaching strategies.
  • Partner with school leaders to monitor progress and refine support using observation data and reflective conversations to drive measurable educator growth.

Teacher, Virtual Academy

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Designed, produced, and recorded virtual lessons for students utilizing Google Classroom and Zoom districtwide.
  • Delivered clear and concise instruction, leveraging strong communication and organization skills to enhance student comprehension in a virtual environment.
  • Prioritized competing assignments effectively, resulting in consistent an high-quality project delivery.

Teacher, Kindergarten

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2021
  • Led a cross-functional team of 5 educators, facilitating weekly meetings to communicate expectations, implement actionable solutions, and align goals for team success.
  • Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational trends and apply new learning to improve instructional practices.
  • Combined resources and expertise with specialist ro support EML, Special Education, and advanced students

Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
01-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Hood College
Frederick, MD
05-2016

Skills

  • Cross-functional collaboration/communication
  • Training delivery
  • Adult learning theory
  • Progress monitoring
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Data analysis

Certification

  • Orton-Gillingham Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Professional Learning Specialist

AMPLIFY EDUCATION INC
04.2025 - Current

Academic Interventionist

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2025

Teacher, Head Start

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2025

Mentor Educator

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2023

Teacher, Virtual Academy

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2021 - 10.2022

Teacher, Kindergarten

Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2021

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Hood College