Leiani Sherwin
Gig Harbor
Summary
Personable leader skilled in team collaboration, effective communication, and problem-solving. Demonstrated success in guiding individuals and institutions through complex application and implementation processes, enhancing educational outcomes and compliance with state and federal regulations. Proven track record in grant management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Educator Preparation
Professional Educator Standards Board
Olympia
08.2019 - Current
- Analyzed and implemented educator preparation laws through effective team collaboration and management.
- Guided programs through approval processes to ensure adherence to state regulations.
- Trained staff and interns, focusing on skill enhancement and professional growth.
- Co-developed and executed grants for professional learning to advance educational objectives.
- Presented well-researched recommendations to the Board for policy development.
Field Placement & Teacher Certification Manager
Pierce College Fort Steilacoom
Lakewood
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Recruited and promoted participants for BAS-TE program, establishing partnerships with community agencies and local school districts.
- Managed diverse student groups throughout the application and completion phases, evaluating applications and transcripts, securing field placements, and facilitating the teacher certification process.
- Maintained database, extracting data to meet state reporting requirements.
Program Coordinator, WA Reading Corps
Employment Security Department
Lacey
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Conducted training sessions to clarify program guidelines for Reading Corps participants.
- Reviewed and analyzed grant applications, and provided technical support to grant recipients, ensuring compliance with federal requirements.
- Facilitated participant placement in schools, ensuring optimal alignment with program objectives.
Career Services Representative
Everest College
Tacoma
07.2013 - 08.2013
- Trained over 150 students in resume writing, interviewing, and job readiness skills.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to secure student internships and enhance employment placement outcomes.
Education
Master in Teaching - Elementary Education
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA03-2005
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Oklahoma Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK04-1986
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational & Program Sustainability
Evans School of Public Policy Governance, UW
SeattleSkills
- Application evaluation
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Issues resolution
- Grant management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Director, Educator Preparation
Professional Educator Standards Board
08.2019 - Current
Field Placement & Teacher Certification Manager
Pierce College Fort Steilacoom
01.2017 - 08.2019
Program Coordinator, WA Reading Corps
Employment Security Department
09.2014 - 12.2016
Career Services Representative
Everest College
07.2013 - 08.2013
Master in Teaching - Elementary Education
City University of Seattle
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Oklahoma Christian University
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational & Program Sustainability
Evans School of Public Policy Governance, UW