A Doctoral Candidate in Education Policy and Evaluation, with a Master's in Educational Leadership (Math Specialist Leader K-8). Has 18 years of experience in mathematics education, including teaching, curriculum development, and educational consulting. Served as a Mathematics Teacher and Department Head in public schools, driving student achievement gains (up to 30% proficiency increase). Worked as a Math Test Developer for American Institutes for Research, leading item development with 99% acceptance rate. Currently a Research Associate and Mathematics Specialist at edCount, LLC, managing education projects and providing instructional support. Proficient in aligning curriculum to standards (Common Core) and facilitating professional development for educators.