Location
Jupiter, FL
Title:
Director of Strategic Partnerships
School or Organization:
World Savvy
I am a:
non-profit employee, college or university professor, consultant
Languages spoken:
english
Twitter Profile URL:
@mshersey
Short bio or reason for joining Actionable Innovations Global:
Maria is the Director of Strategic Partnerships for World Savvy (www.worldsavvy.org). With more than 20 years in education, Maria has served as the founder and principal advisor for Global Education Advisors, Director of Education & Training for The Goldie Hawn Foundation, and regional program manager and development specialist for the International Baccalaureate (IB). Maria has also had the privilege of working in public education throughout the state of Florida as an elementary school teacher, program coordinator, and assistant principal. Maria’s work has received international recognition for her work in social-emotional learning (SEL), program design and evaluation, curriculum development, and global-mindedness. She has been an invited keynote speaker and has led a variety of workshops across five continents. Maria holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership from Florida Atlantic University. Her dissertation work focused on the development of global-mindedness and school leadership perspectives. Maria’s work with children and educators is a fulfilling aspect of life that brings her great joy and happiness. She enjoys cooking, traveling the world, and spending time with family and friends.
Global education projects or initiatives in which you are involved (if applicable):
World Savvy
