Instructional Designer, Learning Specialist, & Educational Researcher
Welcome!
With over 13 years experience in the educational field, I have dedicated my career to promoting educational equity in in-person and virtual learning spaces. As a former educator and student success coach, I am passionate about helping young people plan for their post-secondary and post-undergraduate lives, particularly those from historically marginalized populations. Currently, I'm pursuing my Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction (Urban Education) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Research Interests &
Career Highlights
Research Interests
My research is centered on inclusive socio-emotional and physical safety in urban schools. Through this lens, I investigate the psychological and post-secondary effects of the under-protection and criminalization of marginalized student populations, particularly examining the intersections of race, gender/gender-presentation, sexuality, and socioeconomic status while exploring solutions that create liberating educational spaces.
Recent research has also focused on STEM education equity for girls of color.
Career Highlights
Graduate Researcher,
Teaching Assistant &
Doctoral Fellow
Coordinator & Student Success Coach
Instructional Designer & Learning Analyst
Youth Development Coordinator & Program Consultant
Lecturer
Core Competencies
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Teaching (Middle, Secondary and Undergraduate Level)
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Student Success Coaching and Academic Advising
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Workforce Development and Career Coaching
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Program Analysis and Project Management
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Community Outreach and Parent Engagement
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College and Career Readiness Workshop Facilitation
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Event/Program Coordinating and Planning
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Supporting Students with Various Documentation Statuses
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Educational Research
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Public Speaking and Workshop Facilitation
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Research and Evaluation (Qualitative and Quantitative Methods)
"Give light and people will find the way." - Ella Baker
As a success coach and educator, I see myself as the light that allows my students to see their full potential. There is something so magical about watching a scholar realize their passions and even through the ups and downs, finds a way to walk in their purpose. I work with students to set a tangible roadmap of short-term and long-term benchmarks to meet their goals. I believe the most important step is the follow-up. Young people thrive when educators have high standards and stay in a student's corner-- no matter what.
As an educational researcher, I am passionate about producing accessible research that aids in closing the opportunity gap. While it is important to call out inequities, it is far more crucial to be as solutions-oriented as possible. Once we uncover what's going on, the "now what" must spring into action. My research endeavors constantly fuel my advocacy, service, and community outreach.
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