Education
2019-2022
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership
Pennsylvania State University
2017-2018
K-12 Superintendent's Letter of Eligibility
Marywood University
2010-2012
K-12 Principal Certification
Wilkes University
1999-2002
Master of Science, Educational Strategies
Wilkes University
1995-1999
Bachelor of Arts, Secondary Education
Bloomsburg University
Postsecondary Professional Experience
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
October 2023- present
Director of K-16 & Strategic Initiatives
Engage internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the programs within the Office of K-16 and Strategic Initiatives have needed resources, polices and support.
Support employer engagement to implement career pathways for students and graduates.
Plan, organize, perform, integrate, and evaluate programs, services, and pathway activities.
Luzerne County Community College
2021- 2023
Director of Berwick and Greater Susquehanna Centers
Developed partnerships with local schools, businesses, and community leaders to expand education and training opportunities in the region.
Organized center recruitment events and attend regional college and career fairs.
Provided academic advisement to students from enrollment through degree attainment.
Oversaw budgets for both centers.
Adjunct Instructor, English Composition and Communications
Taught ENG-031, ENG-101A, and hybrid SPE-125.
Facilitated a complementary asynchronous Blackboard Learn online course, including exams, discussion posts, and assignments.
K-12 Professional Experience
Bloomsburg Area School District
2016- 2022
Worked with internal and external stakeholders on the design, development, and implementation of K-12+ programming which includes an Associate Degree pathway available at no charge to students.
Managed the CTE application and approval process for two new vocational programs aligned with postsecondary credits.
Designed and developed the Blended Online Learning Program which provided an online alternative for K-12 students.
Created promotional materials and presentations with an emphasis on clear and consistent branding.
Accepted the National Blue Ribbon Award as High School Principal in 2018.
Milton Area
School District
2013- 2015
Managed building budget, including four Career and Technical Education programs.
Expanded partnerships with local educational institutions to increase student opportunities including online options.
Provided supervision of select faculty and staff at all levels, K-12.
Served as Assistant High School Principal in 2013-2014.
Tamaqua Area
School District
1999- 2013
Taught American Literature, British Literature, and Public Speaking.
Served as Middle States Accreditation Internal Coordinator and Language Arts Department Chairperson.
Facilitated the Tamaqua Virtual Academy using the Blended Schools Network.