Certifications
Certifications
Transformational education leader and critical equity scholar with a proven record of advancing inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments. Visionary practitioner-researcher with expertise in cross-cultural communication, restorative practices, and systemic reform through data-informed, equity-centered approaches. Demonstrated ability to build trust across diverse communities and facilitate collaboration among educators, families, and stakeholders. Skilled in designing and delivering professional development aligned with strategic goals, and in leading district-wide initiatives to reduce disproportionality in discipline and improve student outcomes. Strong communicator with a talent for translating research into practice. Recognized for curiosity, initiative, and an unwavering commitment to educational justice. Currently conducting dissertation research focused on discipline disproportionality and exclusionary discipline practices, using critical theory and counternarrative methodology.
Provided specialized behavioral support to a caseload of fifteen neurodiverse students with concurrent emotional and academic disabilities and a history of chronic disruptive behaviors. Collaborated with staff, administrators, and community partners to implement intensive interventions, reduce absenteeism, and minimize loss of instructional time due to discipline. Supported the integration of MTSS district-wide.
2023-2024 CHCCS District Courageous Educator Award: This honor recognizes an outstanding educational support, classroom, or administrative professional employed by Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools and a member of Chapel Hill-Carrboro Association of Educators who demonstrates the highest ethical standards while advocating for strong students, public schools and communities, including, but not limited to, championing diversity, promoting positive and nurturing environments for all students, and fostering collaboration among all stakeholders.
My dissertation research explores exclusionary discipline and discipline disproportionality in rural school districts using counternarrative methodology, with the goal of centering the voices of students and families who have been impacted by exclusionary practices, challenging majoritarian deficit-based narratives, and advocating for equitable discipline policies.