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About Me.

With nearly 20 years of experience spanning K–12 instructional coaching, digital curriculum design, and EdTech leadership, I help learning and product teams build scalable, high-impact digital solutions. As the founder of Passionate About Learning Studio, I specialize in 0-to-1 product strategy, curriculum architecture, and human-in-the-loop AI integration.

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I bridge the gap between classroom reality and software execution—translating deep pedagogical science (like my APE Framework: Accuracy, Pacing, Expression) into structured Product Requirement Documents (PRDs), intuitive teacher tools, and data-driven adoption playbooks. My mission is to build digital learning experiences that amplify human instruction, empower student agency, and deliver measurable outcomes for district partners.​

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Core Expertise

  • 0-to-1 Product & Curriculum Strategy:

    • Skilled in authoring technical PRDs, scoping feature specs, and defining product telemetry (WAU, completion rates, time-saved metrics).

  • Pedagogical Authority & Literacy Strategy:

    • Grounded in evidence-based practice, K–8 ELA, and English Language Learner (ELL) instruction.

  • PMP®-Certified Leadership:

    • Experienced in managing cross-functional design sprints, multi-year product roadmaps, and system-wide implementations.

  • Ethical AI & Product Adoption:

    • Creator of the 90-Day Rapid Adoption Playbook, embedding ethical AI workflows while maintaining strict accessibility and data privacy guardrails.​

 

📩 Let's Connect!

I am seeking leadership, product strategy, and consulting opportunities to build transformational learning solutions at the intersection of K–12 Instructional Leadership, Curriculum Architecture, and EdTech Program Strategy.

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Whether you are launching a 0-to-1 digital product, scaling AI-enabled curriculum, or designing high-impact adoption strategies for districts, let's discuss how we can collaborate.

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Top Skills:

Curriculum Development • Instructional Coaching • Program & Project Management (PMP®) • EdTech & Product Strategy • Professional Development

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Education.

December 2025/January2026

AI Innovations in Teaching & Learning/ Student Agency

In December 2025, I enrolled in the AI Innovations courses at National Louis University. This intensive study is equipping me with the skills to integrate Artificial Intelligence into instructional design while specifically focusing on fostering student agency. Through this curriculum, I am exploring how to leverage emerging technologies to create personalized learning environments that empower students to take an active, self-directed role in their own education.

February 2022

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Management Academy 

In February 2022, I attended a one-week PMP course provided by the Project Management Academy. This intensive training equipped me with fundamental project management skills and demonstrated their application in various professional scenarios. As a result of this comprehensive preparation, I successfully passed the PMP exam in March 2022.

2016-2017

Educational Specialist 
National Louis University 

As I advanced in my career, I pursued enrollment in National Louis University's Educational Leadership program. There, I acquired the fundamental principles of school leadership, encompassing responsibilities such as budget management, resource allocation, and faculty administration. Additionally, I honed my coaching abilities to become a proficient and supportive thought partner.

2006-2008

Masters of Arts in Education
University of California at Davis

I continued my educational path by enrolling in a MA program in Teacher Education.  I honed my expertise in K-6 pedagogy and curriculum planning, with a particular focus on literacy and English Language Learner instruction.  

2002-2006

Bachelors of Arts, English &

Women's Studies 

DePual University 

I obtained my BA in English with a minor in Women's Studies, embarking on my journey into learning design as I took on the role of a Teacher's Assistant in the Discover Chicago program. My dedication to nurturing children's learning started when I worked as an after-school caregiver at Immaculate Conception.

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