Kali Wade
Long Beach,CA
Summary
I’m an experienced educator and EdTech leader with over five years of success in K–12 instruction, curriculum design, and cross-district partnership management. I’ve led the rollout of purpose-driven academic programs across diverse communities—supporting multilingual learners, delivering professional development to educators, and using assessment data to inform student-centered learning.
My work spans curriculum development, educational platform implementation, and district relationship-building, including partnerships with LAUSD, Long Beach Unified, ABC Unified, and more. I’m passionate about helping students discover aligned, accessible pathways beyond high school—and I’m excited by mission-driven teams like Willow that are transforming how we approach postsecondary planning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Education
Sylvan Learning Center
Downey, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Built and sustained partnerships with neighboring districts, including LAUSD, Long Beach Unified, ABC Unified, and Norwalk-La Mirada Unified, delivering literacy assessments, instructional planning, and data-driven consultations.
- Led a full-cycle consultative sales process for K–12 academic programs, increasing enrollment revenue by 30% through strategic outreach, personalized consultations, and results-based recommendations.
- Developed customized learning pathways to help students achieve grade-level proficiency, working closely with families and teachers.
- Designed and led professional development sessions for teachers and site directors, supporting curriculum alignment, platform implementation, and literacy intervention strategies.
- Provided technical support and instructional assistance to students using platforms like i-Ready, Imagine Learning, Google Classroom, and Canvas.
- Designed digital flyers and communication materials via Canva for events, family engagement, and local outreach.
- Collaborated with school districts via Microsoft Office and Zoom to coordinate IEP meetings and tailor student services.
- Trained and supervised a cross-functional team of 10+ educators and learning specialists.
- Oversaw the end-to-end curriculum lifecycle, from content development to implementation, across multiple platforms.
- Led initiatives that scaled learning programs across diverse school sites and improved content consistency.
Teacher
United Christian Academy
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
Teacher
Alta Loma Christian School
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA12-2018
Skills
- Postsecondary & Career Readiness
- Curriculum Design & Delivery
- Professional Development & Coaching
- Partner & District Relationship Management
- Educational Data Analysis
- EdTech Implementation
- English Language Learner Support
- Mission-Driven Education
- Stakeholder Communication
- Inclusive Education Techniques
- Instructional Technology
- Event Planning and Community Engagement
- Cross-Functional Team Management
- Marketing & Outreach Strategies
- EdTech Curriculum Implementation
- English Learner (ELD/ELL) Instructional Support
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Month: Alta Loma Christian School
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
United Christian Academy
07.2021 - 06.2022
Director of Education
Sylvan Learning Center
05.2021 - Current
Teacher
Alta Loma Christian School
08.2019 - 08.2021
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
California Baptist University
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