This small business provides manuscript editing services for academics, developmental writing assistance, project reports, literature reviews, and assistance on grant proposals.

Project ExCEL-Ignite (E-Ignite) is a Jacob K. Javits federally funded grant that seeks to identify culturally and economically diverse students for gifted coursework through problem-based learning. The grant operates in three states and impacts teachers and students in grades 6, 7, and 8. As coordinator, I manage much of the day-to-day operation of the grant and oversee our school partners. I work collaboratively with the PIs, assist in the collection and analysis of data, develop measures, prepare and conduct teacher professional learning with other members of the team, work with the evaluator, and manage undergraduate and graduate research assistants. I also work on writing projects and look for additional funding opportunities.

In this role, I manage Mason's lab school project. The Accelerated College and Employability Skills (ACCESS) Academy is a lab school designed to support the transition of traditionally underserved learners into college and high-demand careers, with a preliminary focus on Information Technology.

Courses Taught:Teaching and Learning in the International Baccalaureate Schools (EDUC 621)Curriculum Development Across IB Programs (EDUC 622)Models and Strategies for Teaching and Learning in IB Schools (EDUC 623)Contemporary Issues and Trends in IB (EDUC 627)International Education Student Internship - Elementary and ESL Concentrations (Formerly EDCI 790)Child and Adolescent Development in Global Contexts (EDUC 511)These courses are part of the Teaching Culturally, Linguistically Diverse, and Exceptional Learners (TCLDEL) Program at George Mason University. Teachers take these courses in order to earn IB Certificates in Teaching and Learning and the M.Ed. with a concentration in IB Teaching and Research, credentials that formally recognize teacher knowledge and understanding of the curricular, pedagogical, and assessment issues involved in implementing IB programmes. Students in these programs work in IB schools nationally and abroad and courses are delivered in hybrid and online formats. This program was formerly called FAST TRAIN.

Project ExCEL is a Jacob K. Javits-funded program that seeks to identify culturally and economically diverse students for gifted programs through problem based learning. As the grant manager, I work as the liaison for project schools in Prince William County, Virginia and Charleston, South Carolina, monitor progress of total grant implementation, collect and analyze project data, prepare and conduct teacher professional development with other members of the Project ExCEL team, work on research projects stemming from the project, oversee data processing, storage, and management, and manage graduate and undergraduate research assistants. I also write additional grant funding with the project team.

The School of Language Studies at Virginia International University (now Fairfax University of America) provides English language instruction for students whose native language is not English. The program focuses on helping students develop reading, writing, speaking, critical thinking, research, and presentation skills that will help them be successful at American institutions of higher education. The program also prepares students for the TOEFL and IELTS examinations. I provided strategic leadership for the School of Language Studies and managed a staff of both full- and part-time ESL instructors. I was responsible for the oversight and development of curriculum, worked cooperatively with other degree-granting programs and schools, designed professional development for faculty, collected program data, and oversaw student progress and student satisfaction. I also worked cooperatively with the Admission and International Student Services Offices regarding F1 and F2 attendance and course enrollment requirements.

The M.Ed. Program at the Reston Center is a two-year, cohort program, Students can pursue Virginia licensure and a M.Ed. in PK-6 education and secondary education (English, mathematics, history/social studies, and science concentrations). There is also a Professional Studies Program for students to obtain a M.Ed. without licensure. Responsibilities included student advising and support for the M.Ed. Program at the Reston Center, program communications, admissions program support and interviews of perspective students, approval of endorsement coursework, and work with the School of Education and Human Services located on Marymount University's main campus. In my role as an adjunct professor, I taught a graduate research methods course (ED 550), an undergraduate research methods course (MDS 480), and a graduate classroom management course (ED 552). All courses were taught face to face.

The Mid-Atlantic Association of International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools is a regional group of IB schools that was formed to provide networking and professional development for teachers in those schools. The Association is recognized by the IB but is an independent entity. The Mid-Atlantic Association of IB World Schools represents approximately 175 IB schools in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, District of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. I provided expertise regarding university recognition and credit for this association. Additionally, I wrote an executive summary regarding a statute in Virginia requiring comparable credit policies for Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programmes. I also provided research support for a Maryland legislative effort in 2011. Further, I was one of two people responsible for all aspects for an inaugural IB College Fair in April 2012 held at American University, Washington, DC, and a 2nd fair held in April 2013 at Gar-Field High School, Woodbridge, VA. Tasks included university recruitment, arena logistics, pre-fair session planning, member school signup, budget, traffic coordination, post-fair survey, and data analysis. Over 120 American and international universities attended each fair.

Thomas A. Edison High School is located in Alexandria, Virginia, and had a population of approximately 1,700 students in 2010. The school is an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme as well as opportunities for students to take single IB Diploma Programme courses.While at Edison, I taught the senior level (grade 12) International Baccalaureate Language A program and literacies for students who had previously failed the Virginia End of Course English examinations (SOLs). I also served as the inaugural faculty advisor for a student People to People International chapter. As the IB English supervisor, I trained and mentored new IB English teachers, organized internal assessments, and led departmental IB professional development. I currently hold Virginia licensure in English, English as a Second Language, Russian, journalism, elementary education (PK-6), and administration/supervision (provisional). My licenses expire in 2032.

Freehold Township High School is one of six schools in the Freehold Regional High School District. In 2002, the school had an approximate population of 2,000 students and housed an international studies program. The program has since been renamed The Contemporary Global Issues Specialized Learning Center.At Freehold Township, I taught English (regular, honors, and remedial) for students in grades 9-11. I also developed and taught a yearbook course curriculum. In addition, I served as a co-faculty advisor for the yearbook.

Manville High School is located in Manville, New Jersey. In 1998, the school had a population of approximately 400 students in grades 9-12. While there, I taught English 10 (all levels - honors, college prep, and remedial) and coached the school's academic team.