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Payton L. Hobbs, Lead Learner

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Passionate and positive educational leader dedicated to the constant pursuit of excellence in personal and professional endeavors. Working hard to enrich the lives of learners of all ages. Invested in researching and designing learning experiences that will prepare others to thrive in our complex and interdependent world. Committed to supporting people on their individual journeys by helping them learn how to successfully lead themselves, lead with others, and ultimately change their worlds for the better. 

 

Payton has received extensive leadership training through The Center for Creative Leadership and through executive coaching sessions with EmpowerHER!, Bryan Setser and Developmental Associates.

                               SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and Bachelor of Arts in Biology
• Educational leader and classroom teacher in public and private schools for 20 years 

(Head of Lower School, Assistant Head of Lower School, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Associate Director of Admission, K-2 Teacher)

• Research and design consultant for education design lab
• National Association of Independent Schools Aspiring Heads Fellow 
• Southern Association of Independent Schools Accreditation Chair and Visiting Team Member
• Committee Chair for Reaccreditation, Strategic Planning, and Faculty Growth and Evaluation
• Presenter for North Carolina Association of Independent Schools and Southern Association of Independent Schools
• Personal and professional blogger 
(paytonsperspective.blogspot.com and https://www.plhteam.com/blog)
• Professional Basketball Player and Division I Basketball and Lacrosse Player

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Chelsey Watkins, Instructional Coach
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Mother. Leader. Teacher. Learner. Passionate about helping others find joy as they lead, teach, and learn. Committed to developing educators and leaders in real, practical, and meaningful ways. Dedicated to supporting pre-service/new teachers and experienced educators transitioning to new school communities. Energized by the power and potential of collaborative relationships.

 

Summary of Qualifications and Accomplishments

 

  • Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

  • California Administrative Services Credential

  • K-8 Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential (California, Indiana, and North Carolina)

  • Gifted and Talented Education Certification (California)

  • Educational leader and classroom teacher in public, independent, and faith-based schools for 15 years (Principal, Assistant Head of Lower School, K-5 classroom teacher)

  • Association of Christian Schools International Accreditation Visiting Team Member

  • Leadership training through The Center for Creative Leadership

  • SEED (Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity) Seminar participant

  • Phi Beta Kappa

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