Expert Details
Education
ID: 732162
Michigan, USA
Dynamic, influential and decisive Nonprofit Executive with a demonstrated track record of leading tactical program development, operations management and budget oversight, eager to contribute advanced leadership and community outreach talents toward optimizing the goals of a progressive education industry employer. Licensed attorney with an in-depth grasp of legal compliance, fund administration and staff development. Proponent of integrating next-generation technology applications and tools to enhance program quality and outcomes.
In his new role as chief executive, expert oversees operations at the charter system’s seven schools, which include UPA’s four campuses (UPA Expert Murray Elementary, UPA Ellen Thompson Elementary, University Prep Middle School and University Prep High School) and UPSM’s three campuses (UPSM Elementary School, UPSM Middle School and UPSM High School). In total, the seven University Prep campuses serves approximately 3,000 students.
Expert has consulted on a large number of topics, including but not limited to: Education Software, Special education, Education and Curriculum, Common Core, Federal and State Education policy and law, Education and hardware, Education and telemedicine, charter school law, for profit education, SIS systems,.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 2000 | Degree: J.D | Subject: Law, Political Science, Education | Institution: Rutgers University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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| Years: 2013 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: CEO | Department: |
Responsibilities: Provide leadership and vision for the 350 University Prep staff. Accept ultimate management responsibility for the effective and efficient day to day operation of the company. Ensure the fulfillment of the performance standards delineated in the contractual agreement with the Public Schools Academies of Detroit. Serve as the face and voice of the organization with the general public. Design and implement strategies to ensure adequate student enrollment and effective parental involvement. Lead the funds development program in collaboration with the boards. Provide academic direction for the success of over 4000 students |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2007 to 2013 | Employer: DELAWARE COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT/CHESTER UPLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT | Title: Deputy Director | Department: |
Responsibilities: Began tenure in role as District Liaison and received appointment to Deputy Administrative Director; concurrently perform both roles. The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) is a regional education services agency. DCIU provides leadership for the development of innovative and cost-effective programs to meet the needs of Delaware County. DCIU serves more than 80,000 school-aged students(prek-12) and more than 6,000 educators on a regional basis. Direct instruction is provided to more than 15,000 students enrolled in DCIU’s Special Programs (including but not limited to Learning Disability, autistic support, Head Start, IU Gifted, Non-public, Early Intervention, and Career and Technical Education.) Designed curriculum and supervised staff to ensure proper instruction occurring in classrooms Provide visionary leadership for program development, quality control and staff development initiatives for various campuses with 3000+ students. Spearhead the development of education programs to drive competencies and provide a platform for High School Students to participate in training programs designed to promote smart career choices/paths. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2003 to 2007 | Employer: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA | Title: Deputy Director | Department: |
Responsibilities: Provided operational leadership for the Office of Secondary Education; aggressively developed and implemented key performance indicators with a focus on improving metrics and outcomes for this division of the Philadelphia City School District. Administered 174 High School programs serving 16,000+ students; supervised 50 Education to Career Coordinators tasked with preparing students for admission to post secondary education and professional certification programs. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2000 to 2003 | Employer: MINTZER, SAROWITZ, ZERIS, LEDVA AND MEYERS LLP | Title: Attorney | Department: |
Responsibilities: Independently pursued and acquired new clients; acted as key counsel in criminal, civil, medical malpractice, municipal law and estate planning and real estate cases. Effectively managed all aspects of litigation; conducted depositions, attended mediations and performed trial work in both State and Federal Court. Applied strong legal insight and ability to navigate complex litigation processes in representing clients in product liability, insurance, real estate and workers compensation cases. Independently governed case load, attended court conferences and oral arguments on motions for summary judgment and dismissal; drafted motions, pleadings and discovery demands. |
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Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| American Association of Education administrators for the last 10 years |
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| Licensed in PA and NJ for Law |
| Professional Appointments |
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| Member of Board of Directors for Excellent School of Detroit. New Foundation Charter School, Appointed Board of Trustee Member, Treasurer for the Board, and Chairman of Fundraising Committee. Valley Forge Educational Services, Appointed Board of Governors Members. Employment Engagement Committee For Philadelphia Youth Network, Member |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| Administrator of the year Philadelphia School District |