Welcome to The Academic Specialist
I was a classroom teacher for 16 years. I never thought I wanted to leave the classroom, until I did. Being an Academic Specialist is really the best of both worlds. I get to deliver professional development, model lessons and work with teachers to reflect on instructional practices, and be a data geek all at the same time. Many people think my job is overwhelming; I think it's exciting to do something different every day.
I was a classroom teacher for 16 years. I never thought I wanted to leave the classroom, until I did. Being an Academic Specialist is really the best of both worlds. I get to deliver professional development, model lessons and work with teachers to reflect on instructional practices, and be a data geek all at the same time. Many people think my job is overwhelming; I think it's exciting to do something different every day.