With over two decades of experience in education across U.S. public and international schools, I bring a proven record of leading school improvement through systems thinking, inclusive practices, and strategic leadership. 

 

As the Principal of an at-risk, economically disadvantaged middle school, I was tasked with turning around the school's identity and community.  In two years, we revitalized the school culture, improved attendance, reduced disciplinary incidents, and implemented a house-based model to foster stronger teams, student support systems, and leadership structures.

 

Previously, I served in multiple leadership roles abroad, including Director of Student Services and Elementary Vice Principal at the International School Bangkok, where I led a PreK–12 multidisciplinary team to align inclusive support systems and drive strategic initiatives. At the International School of Beijing, I served as Elementary Vice Principal during a major curricular shift to project- and inquiry-based learning. Earlier in my career,

 

Earlier in my career, I was the Vice Principal at an elementary school in Virginia, where I helped open and launch the school as a leader in Response to Intervention (RtI). My classroom roots run deep as well—I taught Grade 5 in an elementary in West Virginia and Grade 6 History and 6–8 Technology at a middle school in Virginia.  

 

I hold a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Virginia Tech, where my research focused on implementing systems of student support (MTSS), as well as a Master’s in Educational Administration. I’m certified in both Virginia and West Virginia, with licensure in PreK–8 Multi-Subject, 5–9 English and Social Studies, CTE Director, Principal, and Superintendent.

 

My consulting is grounded in these experiences—real-world leadership, research-driven practice, and a commitment to building equitable, sustainable systems for all learners.