Danielle Greene
Powder Springs
Summary
Strategic and innovative senior education leader with expertise in partnership development, learning and development, and organizational leadership. Proven track record of cultivating high-impact district and school partnerships, scaling professional learning, and advancing equity through continuous improvement systems. Adept at growing leaders and teams, codifying learning models, and executing large-scale initiatives that accelerate both student outcomes and organizational capacity. Seasoned Director with background in strategic planning, team leadership, and performance optimization. Known for driving company growth by developing efficient operational strategies and fostering professional relationships. Demonstrated abilities in problem solving, decision making, and communication skills to influence key stakeholders. Proven record of delivering innovative solutions and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Partnerships Experiences & Coach Development
EL Education
03.2024 - Current
- Partnership Launch Management: Designed and led the 'Launch' shared service model, streamlining onboarding and implementation for new partnerships.
- Business & Partnership Development: Cultivated multi-year pipelines and led strategic presentations (e.g., Rivet, Hive) to secure high-impact partnerships.
- Coach Development Strategy: Built and implemented a comprehensive coach development strategy to strengthen coaching models across the organization.
- Fiscal and Resource Management: Oversaw budgets, forecasting, and invoicing for new and existing partnerships, ensuring efficient resource use and revenue alignment of a 2.7 million+ portfolio.
- Performance Management & Team Development: Recruited, managed, and developed a high-performing team, aligned to strategic goals and partner needs.
- Organizational Leadership: Contributed to cross-functional leadership initiatives and capacity building across EL Education’s Impact Team.Co-led development of a shared-services professional learning strategy, scaling impact across internal and external teams.
- Cross-departmental leadership: Built a multi-year pipeline of district partnerships, led RFP responses, and cultivated relationships through a consultative approach.
- Oversaw coaching structures, workshops, and professional learning sessions, ensuring consistent quality of partner experiences.
- Embedded metrics and continuous feedback systems into coach development, advancing organizational improvement.
Associate Director, District Partnerships
EL Education
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Designed multi-dimensional work plans that sustained district partnerships, and long-term alignment.
- Supported budget allocations, contract monitoring, and service delivery for large-scale partnerships within a $1 million portfolio.
- Built the capacity of coaches through strategic planning, collaboration, and performance monitoring.
Senior Coach, District Partnerships
EL Education
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported a high-volume portfolio of district partnerships, ensuring fidelity of implementation.
- Designed and facilitated equity-centered professional learning and coaching programs for school and district leaders, improving educator practice and student engagement across multiple sites.
- Developed scalable blended learning curricula and tools grounded in adult learning theory, leveraging data to evaluate impact and refine learning experiences. Coached district leaders and school teams on effective curriculum and professional learning practices.
- Delivered customized professional development and coaching cycles, driving instructional improvement to 300+ participant sessions.
Administrative Intern & Instructional Facilitator
White Oak Elementary, Wake County Public Schools
Apex
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Led coordination and support for 120 educators as a school admin intern, contributing to instructional planning, staff development, and smooth day-to-day school operations.
- Coached teacher leaders on instructional growth, leadership, and collaborative planning.
- Facilitated school-wide professional learning aligned to student achievement goals.
- Assisted in school improvement planning, data review, and the implementation of equity-focused instructional strategies.
- Supported logistical and operational systems to improve instructional effectiveness, and staff collaboration.
Gifted Education Teacher
Olive Chapel Elementary, Wake County Public Schools
Apex
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Designed and delivered professional learning for staff on differentiation and advanced learning.
- Partnered with administration to align vision and goals to student success and teacher development.
Elementary Teacher
Woodland Elementary, Fulton County Schools
Atlanta
06.2009 - 06.2013
- Served as Instructional Leader and Charter Development Chair.
- Contributed to Title I curriculum task force to expand equitable practices.
Education
Master of School Administration -
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC08.2022
B.S. - Elementary Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2009
B.S. - Hospitality Business Management
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2005
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Partnership Development & Engagement
- Team Leadership & Performance Management
- Instructional Coaching & Professional Learning Design
- Change Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Resource Management
- Public Speaking & High-Stakes Presentations
- Business Development & Revenue Growth
Certification
- School Administration K–12 | North Carolina
- Teacher License PK–6 | North Carolina
- Gifted Education K–12 | North Carolina DPI
Skills Technical Proficiency
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Partner Support
- Curriculum Development
- Google Certified
- Salesforce Trained
- AI in EdTech
- Canva Certified
Professional Activity Honors
- Carnegie Foundation Summit
- Superintendent Advisory Council
- School Improvement Facilitator | Charter Coordinator | Mentor & Teacher Support Specialist
- Teacher of the Year Finalist | Teacher of the Month (Cary Chamber of Commerce)
- Model Teacher, Wake County Office of Professional Development (showcase video on 4Cs & collaborative teaching)
- Apex Public School Foundation 'Shout-Out Educator' Award
Professional Development
- Cognitive Coaching, Adaptive Schools, PLC+ & Activator Training
- PBL (Buck Institute) & Understanding by Design Training
- District Presenter: Professional Learning Services Literacy and Leadership
- Presenter: Wake County Mentor Institute, Wake Future Teacher Institute
Affiliations
- EL Education Conference Presenter
- Open Up Resources (HIVE) Conference Presenter
- Carnegie Foundation Summit Presenter
- Superintendent Advisory Council Member
- Cognitive Coaching® Trained
- Adaptive Schools Trained
- PLC+ & Activator Certified
- PBL (Buck Institute) & Understanding by Design Certified
- District Designer/Presenter: Professional Learning Services Literacy and Leadership
- Designer/Presenter: Wake County Mentor Institute, Wake Future Teacher Institute
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director, Partnerships Experiences & Coach Development
EL Education
03.2024 - Current
Associate Director, District Partnerships
EL Education
05.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Coach, District Partnerships
EL Education
08.2022 - 05.2023
Administrative Intern & Instructional Facilitator
White Oak Elementary, Wake County Public Schools
07.2017 - 08.2022
Gifted Education Teacher
Olive Chapel Elementary, Wake County Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2017
Elementary Teacher
Woodland Elementary, Fulton County Schools
06.2009 - 06.2013
Master of School Administration -
Appalachian State University
B.S. - Elementary Education
Kennesaw State University
B.S. - Hospitality Business Management
University of Central Florida
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