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Corey Coleman
Head of Coaching
Corey Coleman is an experienced education professional with a diverse background in teaching, leadership, and instructional coaching. Here's an overview of her career and expertise:
Teaching Experience
Corey began her career at Success Academy in Hell's Kitchen, New York, where she:
- Taught first through fourth grades
- Served as a lab site teacher and grade team leader
- Achieved impressive results, with her classes ranking in the top 10% of the network
- Implemented strategies that led to 100% of her students passing the state math exam1
Leadership Roles
After her time at Success Academy, Corey took on leadership positions:
- Served as principal of WeGrow, a private elementary school
- Worked as associate director of ELA for Achievement First's Greenfield initiative1
Current Work
Corey has transitioned into roles focused on educational consulting and coaching:
- Currently works as an education consultant and instructional coach
- Operates across the East Coast and virtually1
- Serves as Instructional Coaching Lead at Once3
Additional Roles
- Mentor Teacher with the National Summer School Initiative (NSSI) for at least three years1
- Has experience working with New York City public elementary and middle schools2
Education
Corey holds the following degrees:
- B.A. from George Washington University in psychology and sociology
- M.S. from Touro College1
Professional Focus
Corey is passionate about:
- Democratizing education
- Providing equitable educational opportunities
- Expanding the outreach of the coaching community
- Creating opportunities for coaches to connect and learn from each other4
Throughout her career, Corey has demonstrated a commitment to improving educational outcomes and supporting both students and fellow educators through various roles in teaching, leadership, and coaching.