Experienced educator and program director with a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction and an MSc in Early Child Development. Over 10 years of expertise in inquiry-based learning, social-emotional learning, curriculum design, and promoting equity and belonging in educational settings. Currently a university lecturer and program director for a philosophy learning organization, with a background in K-12 enrichment, teacher training, and non-profit leadership. TEDx speaker and specialist in transformative learning design.