about me

Experienced, dedicated, and visionary educator and administrator with a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, focused on implementing technology-integration ideas and techniques into K-12 education. Offers strong qualifications in staff management, strategic planning, curriculum development, and administrative support. Recognized for professional excellence through multiple awards, honors, and achievements.

EDUCATION

Saint Elizabeth University, Morristown, NJ

Degree: Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Graduated May 2022

Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX

Degree: Master of Education in Administration

Graduated May 2007

METU, Department of Physics, Ankara, TURKEY

Degree: Bachelor of Science

Graduated June 1995

WORK EXPERIENCE

Founder & CEO, iLearn Schools Inc.

2008 – Present

• Provide leadership to iLearn Schools Inc. (www.ilearnschools.org), a network of K-12 charter schools.
  
• Manage staff, develop strategic plans, oversee curriculum development, and ensure the integration of technology into instruction.
  

Campus Principal, Harmony Science Academy – Dallas, TX

2004 – 2008

• Provided leadership to an urban charter school with an enrollment of 700 students and a staff of 121.
  
• Developed and implemented strategic plans, curriculum, and instructional methodologies.
  
• Integrated technology into instruction, ensuring a high-quality education experience for students
  

AWARD, RECOGNITIONS & HONORS

• School Choice Leadership Award, January 2019
  
• The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) the Pro Patria Award, February 5th, 2016
  
• The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) the Patriot Award, March 27th, 2015
  
• Division for School Effectiveness and Choice Office of Governance and Leadership Development Certificate of Appreciation (In appreciation for outstanding presentation during the Third Annual Summer Leadership Conference, July, 2011)
  
• Charter School Administrator of the Year 2010, NJCSA
  

PROFESsIONAL PARTICIPATIONS

• US Senate Youth Program Selection Panel, November 2014 - Present
  
• NJ Department of Education Focus Group, May 18th, 2016
  
• Bergen County’s Workforce Development Board Member, August 2019 – Present
  

PRESENTATIONS & PANELIST ROLES

• New Jersey Charter School Association (NJCSA) Annual Conference (Multiple Years)
  
• Presenter and panelist on various topics, including technology integration, assessment data, school facilities, community engagement, and more.
  

ADITIONAL EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS

• Harvard Graduate School of Education Leadership Institute for Superintendents and District Leaders Program.
  
• Harvard Summer Institute on College Admissions.
  

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• New Jersey Charter School Association (NJCSA)
  
• New York Charter School Association (NYCSA)
  
• National Association for Middle-Level Education (NAMLE)