Leanna Lake
Critical Pedagogic Educator
Geneva
Profil professionnel
Lebanese-American educator and community development professional based in Geneva, Switzerland, with 5+ years of experience in education, curriculum design and instructional development, stakeholder collaboration, and mission-oriented community impact. Distinguished by recognized leadership in data-informed curriculum design, equity-centered professional development, and measurable gains in student and community outcomes.
Vue d'ensemble
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Expérience
Journalist
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Authored and edited 10+ published articles and press kits across News, Opinion, Arts, and Wellness for a 30,000+ readership.
- Adapted content across digital, print, audio-visual, and social media platforms.
- Coordinated coverage of local and international events, including stakeholder outreach, inquiry development, and cross-team collaboration.
Exploration Seminar
University of Washington
Seattle
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Competitive study abroad program in León, Spain focused on modern political systems and governance.
- Led press conferences with national party representatives, facilitating dialogue on women’s rights, employment, peace, and political polarization affecting humanitarian affairs.
- Authored a 10+ page comparative analysis examining Spain’s political system and its impact on international humanitarian frameworks.
Corps Member
Teach for America
Denver, CO
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Top 12% selectee for a national teaching service corps committed to educational equality in historically underserved communities.
- Managed cross-regional collaboration across 50+ U.S. regions to design and implement curriculum for a free national online summer school serving 100+ learners.
- Led digital learning delivery and accessibility-focused pedagogical support for partner educators across the national program.
Secondary English Teacher
Rocky Mountain Prep- RISE
Denver, CO
03.2021 - 06.2025
- Delivered instruction to 500+ students over four years at a Title I secondary school serving marginalized communities.
- Conducted daily academic data analysis for 120+ students, utilizing Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, AI tools, and Canva to analyze trends, visualize progress, and support instructional decision-making.
- Designed and implemented standards-aligned curriculum that drove a 60% increase in literacy proficiency beyond grade-level standards and a 40% increase in standardized assessment scores (2023–24).
- Awarded Highest Performing English Teacher in Network among 600 staff (2023–2024).
Diversity and Inclusion Manager
Rocky Mountain Prep- RISE
Denver, CO
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Elected as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion coordinator leading 10+ professional development for 70+ staff members.
- Informed on anti-bias and anti-racist practice, identity development, trauma-informed pedagogy, and SEL.
- Applied case studies, affinity groups, and academic literature to facilitate dialogue and increased staff participation by 40%.
- Developed community-based partnerships aligned to local and regional needs, including collaboration with the public library and food shelters.
- Recognized PEAK Teacher Award for excellence in leadership, perseverance, and community impact (2024-2025).
Formation
Bachelor - English
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 06.2017 - 06.2021
Master - Education
University of Colordao
Denver, CO 06.2022 - 06.2024
Compétences
- Curriculum Design and Instruction
- Data Analytics
- Digital Literacy (AI/Microsoft/Google/Canva)
- Team Leadership
- Communication
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Workshop Facilitation
- Strategic Outreach
- Community Development
- Critical Pedagogy
- DEI training
Informations complémentaires
English Second Language Instructor (Volunteer)
2025 - Present | Emmanuel Episcopal Church | Geneva, Switzerland
- Launched a free ESL program for multilingual refugee children (ages 3-12), advancing literacy skills and English language acquisition.
Library Assistant (Volunteer)
| 2025 - Present | The Library in English | Geneva, Switzerland
- Streamline library operations and support patron services.
- Lead children’s story-time sessions on weekends to Geneva community.
Langues
Anglais
Langue maternelle
Arabe
Intermédiaire (B1)
Certificats
- PEAK Teacher Award (2024–25)
- Highest Performing English Teacher in Network (2023–24)
- Teach For America Alumni Award (2023)
- Segal Education Award 2x (2021, 2023)
- Teaching License (2022)
Affiliations professionnelles
Jenny Saeda:
Director of Special Education Student Services, Rocky Mountain Prep RISE
Email: jennysaeda@gmail.com
Phone: +1 303 881 8999
Relationship: Department leader and collaborative partner in Special Education services.
Christine Aghazarm:
Director of Refugee Center, Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Email: refugees@emmanuelchurch.ch
Phone: +41 76 295 68 27
Relationship: Supervisor for community based ESL programme
Frankie Grinage:
Multi Intensive Center Director, Rocky Mountain Prep RISE
Email: fgrinage@rockymountainprep.org
Phone: +1 972 965 2387
Relationship: Leadership colleague
Chronologie
Diversity and Inclusion Manager
Rocky Mountain Prep- RISE
08.2022 - 06.2023
Master - Education
University of Colordao
06.2022 - 06.2024
Corps Member
Teach for America
03.2021 - 06.2023
Secondary English Teacher
Rocky Mountain Prep- RISE
03.2021 - 06.2025
Exploration Seminar
University of Washington
08.2019 - 09.2019
Journalist
University of Washington
01.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor - English
University of Washington
06.2017 - 06.2021