Maria Begg-Roberson Ed.D.
Rutherford,NJ
Summary
Talented professional with several years of experience and successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives to achieve maximum potential. Creative and highly strategic with excellent leadership and client relations abilities. Professional and outgoing with success in building relationships and attracting new clients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Vice President
Acelero Inc.
, NJ
01.2023 - Current
- Lead a diverse training and technical assistance team to support child and family outcomes in early childhood programs nationally, fostering a collaborative, equity-centered culture
- Empower and support a diverse team of family engagement, data, and education specialists in the provision of consulting services to early childhood programs nationwide
- Cross-collaboration with impact team, sales, and quality assurance to ensure that clients are receiving the highest quality services to ensure positive child outcomes
Senior Executive Director
New York City Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Supervised the work and functions of borough-based instructional staff and ensure high-quality professional development for all staff
- Supported the Family Child Care Support team in their work to support family childcare networks through coaching and professional learning
- Ensured the implementation of program components encompassing developmentally appropriate standards-based instruction, health and social services and continuous professional development
Education Administrator
Division of Early Childhood Education
- Supported schools as a building captain to ensure readiness for reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Provided leadership and expertise at district level, ensuring optimal implementation of Division of Early Childhood Education strategies and programs.
- Supervised team of 26 instructional coaches, overseeing the delivery of developmentally appropriate instructional coaching practices across Manhattan.
Instructional Coach & Lead Presenter
Division of Early Childhood Education
- Providing coaching and professional learning on developmentally appropriate practice to classroom teachers in District School buildings, Head Start Programs, and Family Child Care programs
- Collaborated with universities and early childhood institutions to enhance professional learning opportunities for teachers throughout the city, resulting in improved child outcomes.
Education
Doctor of Education, Leadership and Learning in Organizations -
Vanderbilt University
Diversity and Inclusion Certification -
Cornell University
Principal and Superintendent Certification -
Hunter College, CUNY
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations -
Agnes Scott College
Skills
- Strategic goals
- IT Management
- Human Resources Management
- Financial Reporting
- Budget Preparation
- Financial Acumen
Certification
- New York Teacher Certification, Early Childhood Permanent Certification
- New York Principal and Superintendent Certification, Permanent Certification
Communityleadership
- Borough of Rutherford, NJ, Councilwoman, Elected Councilwoman supporting effective, responsible, and inclusive governance in a town of 18,000 people
- 92Y Women In Power, 2021 Fellow, Selected to participate in a cross-sector fellowship program designed to help high-potential women advance the top levels of leadership in their fields
- PBS National Television, Creating and performing educational content focused on diversity, inclusion, and social emotional competencies on national television to preschool aged children
- Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey, Troop Leader, Empowering young women, planning innovative events, organizing interactive activities, raising funds, and supporting troop members while promoting the Girl Scout mission
- Rutherford Education Foundation, Board Member, Chair of annual fundraisers to fund initiatives within Rutherford Schools
Timeline
Senior Vice President
Acelero Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Senior Executive Director
New York City Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2022
Education Administrator
Division of Early Childhood Education
Instructional Coach & Lead Presenter
Division of Early Childhood Education
Doctor of Education, Leadership and Learning in Organizations -
Vanderbilt University
Diversity and Inclusion Certification -
Cornell University
Principal and Superintendent Certification -
Hunter College, CUNY
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations -
Agnes Scott College