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Experienced education leader with more than 20 years of success in K-12 and early childhood education, instructional leadership, literacy intervention, staff development, program management, and student achievement. Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, ensure regulatory compliance, analyze data to drive results, and build strong partnerships with families, staff, and community stakeholders. Holds three master's degrees, principal leadership training, and multiple Arizona certifications.

Recognized for developing high-performing educational environments that support student growth, staff excellence, and organizational success.

Director at YMCA of Southern Arizona (2025-01 – Present)

• Lead daily operations of an early learning center serving children, families, and staff.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate educators and support staff to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing requirements, Quality First standards, health and safety regulations, and organizational policies.
• Manage enrollment initiatives, family engagement strategies, and community partnerships.
• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, staffing plans, and operational performance.
• Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and monitor program effectiveness.
• Coordinate staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention efforts.
• Foster a positive culture focused on continuous improvement, child development, and family satisfaction.

RTI Specialist at Tucson Unified School District (2024-01 – 2025-12)

• Delivered targeted literacy interventions for students performing below grade-level expectations.
• Collaborated with school leaders, teachers, and families to develop individualized intervention plans.
• Analyzed assessment data to identify achievement gaps and measure student growth.
• Supported district initiatives focused on educational equity and academic success.
• Facilitated instructional strategies and progress-monitoring systems to improve student outcomes.

Reading Interventionist at Arthur W. Sewell Elementary School, Tucson Unified School District (2018-01 – 2024-12)

• Provided evidence-based reading interventions through individual and small-group instruction.
• Used assessment data to develop targeted instructional plans and measurable student goals.
• Partnered with classroom teachers and administrators to improve literacy achievement.
• Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions to maximize learning outcomes.

Principal Designee at Arthur W. Sewell Elementary School, Tucson Unified School District (2019-01 – 2023-12)

• Served as acting administrator in the principal's absence.
• Supported school operations, student discipline, parent communication, and staff supervision.
• Interpreted and applied district policies and procedures to resolve operational challenges.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

Testing Coordinator at Arthur W. Sewell Elementary School, Tucson Unified School District (2019-01 – 2022-12)

• Coordinated school-wide assessment administration and compliance procedures.
• Trained staff on testing protocols and state assessment requirements.
• Managed assessment schedules, documentation, and reporting processes.
• Ensured secure and accurate testing environments for students and staff.

Reading Seed Coordinator at Arthur W. Sewell Elementary School, Tucson Unified School District (2018-01 – 2021-12)

• Managed literacy partnership programs supporting student reading development.
• Coordinated communication among teachers, reading coaches, and community partners.
• Monitored program implementation and student participation.

Master of Education in Educational Leadership (Principal Emphasis) – Northern Arizona University (2023-05)

Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) – Grand Canyon University (2017-06)

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Reading Emphasis – Grand Canyon University (2013-11)

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education – University of Arizona (2003-05)