I am a dedicated advocate for social justice and equity through education, democratic organization, and the empowerment of underrepresented individuals. I have proven my commitment to our community and placed an emphasis on developing connections and collaborating amongst diverse groups.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE: Jefferson County Public Schools / Teacher
Teach and adapt curriculum in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Culinary to diverse students in multiple settings. Create schedules and implement systems to support student needs. Develop goals and processes to track student progress. Serve as a mentor for the New Teacher Program.
WESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS
October 2015 - May 2020
STATE AGENCY SCHOOLS (Brooklawn/Boys Haven/Peace Academy) August 2020-Present
LGBTQ Support Coach
CERTIFICATIONS
Exceptional Child Education - Learning and Behavior Disorders (K-12)
Social Studies (5-9)
Rank I
UNION INVOLVEMENT
Jefferson County Teachers Association
Board of Directors 2019-2021
Professional Representative 2016-2020; (alternate 2021-present)
Human Civil Rights Committee 2016-present, Chair 2023-present;
Co-Chair 2020-2023
Social Affairs Committee, 2016-present, Chair 2016-2019
Kentucky Educators Association
Delegate Assembly 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
Graduate, Fellows Leadership Program 2019
National Educators Association
Representative Assembly 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
National Leadership Summit 2017, 2018
Conference for Racial and Social Justice 2022
ADVOCACY and LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Department of Public Advocacy / Staff Attorney
December 2005 - December 2014, LAGRANGE TRIAL OFFICE
Represented indigent clients in hearings and trials in juvenile, district, circuit and family courts. Collaborated with prosecutors, judges, law enforcement, educators, social workers, victims, families, and psychologists to negotiate plea agreements and resolve cases. Drafted and argued motions and memorandum in juvenile, district, circuit, and family courts. Counseled clients with respect to legal and social needs. Recruited, selected and trained interns and volunteers.
OTHER ASSOCIATIONS
Kentucky Bar Association 2005-present
Member, Louisville Metro Democratic Club
Read Between the Wines Book Club Founder, 2015-present