Jonette Marcus
Summary
Adaptable and versatile leadership professional with a demonstrated ability to thrive in dynamic environments. Demonstrated success in cross-functional team building, coaching, and driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Committed to establishing and nurturing long-term business relationships.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Empathy Officer
The Equity Firm
10.2015 - Current
- Specialize in empowering leaders to drive organizational transformation through empathy-driven strategies.
- Guide leaders in nurturing innovation and enhancing productivity by honing skills crucial to organizational success, including inclusivity, adaptability, respect, and compassion.
- Equip leaders with the tools to fuel business expansion by fostering cohesive, highly motivated teams through authentic relationship cultivation.
- Inspire leaders to cultivate healthy workplace cultures rooted in active listening and diverse research methodologies, fostering environments conducive to growth and fulfillment for all team members.
Director of Strategic Content and Partnerships
Harmony Academy At National University
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Spearheaded the development and execution of dynamic content strategy for external professional learning, aligning with organizational goals and objectives
- Established and nurtured key partnerships that amplify the impact of Harmony Academy on a national scale
- Innovated academic pathways within National University, ensuring unparalleled educational experiences resulting in deeper engagement and growth within the Harmony Academy and SEL
- Leveraged cross-functional synergy to maximize the impact of content and strategic partnerships
Regional Director
Harmony Academy At National University
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Recruited and trained high-performing team members to improve operational efficiency
- Successfully oversaw the growth of programming in New York City Public Schools from 211 schools to 644 schools within a 4 year time period
- Was responsible for the oversight of the Northeast region of the country with potential impact of more than 7 million K12 students
- Exceeded regional quota objective contributing to the organization’s growth
- Cultivated strong rapport with potential and existing clients, achieving an exceptional 90% client satisfaction rate
Director of Professional Learning and Equity
Harmony Academy At National University
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Orchestrated four national summits, attracting 727 registrants while successfully managing the budget coming in below at $24,000
- Managed a team of professional learning specialists and trainers who supported the largest school districts and organizations throughout the United States, ensuring an 80% client satisfaction rate
- Achieved a 95% increase in professional learning registrations, outperforming the previous year
- Collaborated to create and implement a training registration website, streamlining processes and enhancing client feedback
- Led team to create and facilitate a more than 100% increase in training sessions compared to the previous year
- Enhanced DEI knowledge, skills, and attitudes of 80% of the staff through the creation of an equity vision, quarterly workshops, Incl-YOU-sive Fridays, and 2 off-site equity experiences
Director of Programs
Barbershop Books, Inc.
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Spearheaded the expansion of the program, Barbershop Books, increasing access to reading materials for young children and fostering a culture of early literacy
- Led the pilot of a web-based reading identity exploration and assessment platform for grades PK-5 across New York City improving early literacy engagement and outcomes
- Strengthened relationships with community partners, vendors, and volunteers, ensuring successful program implementation and expansion
- Recruited and trained program staff improving program execution
- Streamlined program procedures, optimizing programmatic effectiveness and efficiency
Manager of Educational Partnerships
Center for the Collaborative Classroom
10.2015 - 07.2021
- Established strategic relationships with educational organizations and service centers, leading to collaborative initiatives that enhanced program adoption
- Organized and led equity forums with school district leadership, fostering dialogue and collaboration
- Designed and delivered professional learning experiences for educators at the local, state, and national levels, resulting in improved teaching practices and student outcomes
- Collaborated cross-departmentally and with key stakeholders, ensuring successful partnerships and program implementations
- Strengthened partnerships, driving an increase in territory growth and revenue for both program implementation and professional learning
District Administrator (Grades K-12)
Coatesville Area School District
08.2010 - 11.2015
- Managed a $1 million grant, resulting in improved teacher training and increased student performance
- Led the development of district’s first-ever comprehensive district-wide literacy plan for PK through Grade 12, enhancing student reading proficiency
- Spearheaded first district-wide elementary writing program to assist in closing the opportunity gap and improving state assessment results by 12 percent across the district
- Implemented reading assessments, programs, and curriculum, leading to increased reading and writing levels for struggling students
- Delegated and monitored development of curricula review, revision, and writing for reading and writing for Kindergarten through Grade 12
- Designed and organized training sessions for over 300 teachers and 20 building administrators on various topics
- Supervised and motivated a team of 7 building administrators as they oversaw daily operations of over 200 staff members and 3000 students
- Launched the Coatesville Area School District Summer Reading Book Mobile to combat summer reading loss by giving away hundreds of free books to community children
Elementary School Teacher (Grades K, 2 & 3)
School District of Philadelphia
03.2004 - 07.2010
- Implemented data-driven instruction, achieving student success
- Improved classroom culture and literacy environment through professional development and innovative teaching approaches
- Delivered literacy-based instruction in all content areas to ensure reading success in all students
- Utilized reading tools to observe and document students’ reading levels, tailoring instruction to their individual needs
Middle School Teacher (Grades 6 & 7)
New York City Department of Education
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Developed and delivered comprehensive curriculum and assessments, providing engaging and effective math and science instruction
- Successfully taught summer school, helping students maintain and advance their academic progress
Education
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Cabrini University
Master of Education - Elementary Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Skills
- Leadership
- Equity
- Planning and Implementation
- Development and Deliverance
- Training
- Hiring and Retention
- Relationship Building
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Project Management
Timeline
Director of Strategic Content and Partnerships
Harmony Academy At National University
10.2023 - 02.2024
Regional Director
Harmony Academy At National University
02.2023 - 10.2023
Director of Professional Learning and Equity
Harmony Academy At National University
12.2021 - 02.2023
Director of Programs
Barbershop Books, Inc.
06.2021 - 12.2021
Chief Empathy Officer
The Equity Firm
10.2015 - Current
Manager of Educational Partnerships
Center for the Collaborative Classroom
10.2015 - 07.2021
District Administrator (Grades K-12)
Coatesville Area School District
08.2010 - 11.2015
Elementary School Teacher (Grades K, 2 & 3)
School District of Philadelphia
03.2004 - 07.2010
Middle School Teacher (Grades 6 & 7)
New York City Department of Education
01.2001 - 01.2002
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Cabrini University
Master of Education - Elementary Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Certificates
- Leadership Chester County, United Way of Chester County
- Better Conversations Everyday, Center for Creative Leadership
- Inclusive and Ethical Leadership Certificate, Muma College of Business, University of South Florida
- DEI in the Workplace Certificate, Muma College of Business, University of South Florida
Certificates
- Google Project Management, National University
- Leadership Chester County, United Way of Chester County
- Inclusive and Ethical Leadership Certificate, Muma College of Business, University of South Florida
- Better Conversations Everyday, Center for Creative Leadership
- DEI in the Workplace Certificate, Muma College of Business, University of South Florida