
Seasoned education and youth development leader with over 20 years of experience in community programming and cross-sector partnerships. Expertise in designing and managing 4-H initiatives and grant-funded programs while guiding teams to deliver impactful, data-driven outcomes. Focused on enhancing positive youth development and fostering connections among schools, communities, and families.
Directed design and implementation of arts-integrated curriculum, impacting 2,000+ students and enhancing engagement.
Facilitated project-based learning experiences incorporating performance and creative expression, increasing student participation and completion rates.
Provided instructional coaching and professional development to over 100 educators, promoting culturally responsive and arts-based strategies.
Led school-wide restorative justice training and implementation, resulting in improved climate and reduced behavioral incidents.
Collaborated with school leadership and community organizations to enhance enrichment opportunities in alignment with ESSA priorities, expanding resources available to students.
Partnered with external organizations and stakeholders to increase access to mentoring and student support services.
Initiated programs that improved school climate, attendance, and engagement, leading to a decrease in behavioral issues.
Supported implementation of grant-funded programs, ensuring compliance with objectives and reporting requirements to maximize program effectiveness.
Designed and implemented standards-aligned music curriculum for 700+ K–12 students.
Organized school-wide performances and arts events, enhancing student participation and fostering community engagement.
Developed inclusive, differentiated learning environments supporting diverse learners' needs.
Facilitated student engagement through interactive activities, promoting active learning and collaboration.
Directed arts-integrated youth development programming through 4-H initiatives, serving over 400 students annually.
Managed expanded programming during peak summer operations to increase student engagement and optimize staffing.
Developed interdisciplinary program models aligned with national frameworks to boost student skills and involvement.
Delivered professional development for 20+ educators to promote experiential and arts-based instructional strategies.
Established strategic partnerships with schools and community organizations to broaden program access and impact.
Managed compliance and accurate reporting for federal and state grant-funded initiatives.
Created evaluation frameworks and data systems to track program outcomes and ensure compliance.
Coordinated logistics and operations across multiple initiatives, including 4-H youth programming.
Designed and launched arts-based programming for over 100 young adults, boosting participation and engagement.
Directed programming for high-need populations, aligning services with IDEA and best practices..
Implemented life skills and social-emotional learning frameworks, enhancing independent living and workforce readiness.
Supervised and coached 30 staff, improving program quality and service delivery.