The research is clear.  If we want to maximize our students’ outcomes in school, then nothing matters more than the teacher in the classroom. PDK is focused on eliminating the teacher shortage and fostering a thriving teaching profession. Our attention is on implementing grow your own future educator programs as part of Educators Rising to help ensure our nation’s schools have the best teachers.​”

James Lane, CEO, PDK International

E D U C A T O R S   R I S I N G
Investing in the future through Grow Your Own pathways

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The intersection between research, policy, and practice

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Elevating the profession so that every student thrives

PDK is focused on cultivating student interest in the teaching profession through Educators Rising. We encourage our members and chapters to help your communities build a strong pipeline of future teachers by connecting us with your districts and their stakeholders, state partners, institutes of higher education, and funding sources such as foundations or chambers of commerce. 

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Members, alumni, stakeholders, and friends, PDK needs your help! Your gift helps us continue to support public education, shape the next generation of educators, and succeed in diversifying the teaching profession. Please donate by clicking the PayPal icon, emailing us at give@pdkintl.org, or calling us at (800) 766-1156.

PDK is dedicated to cultivating tomorrow’s exceptional educators while simultaneously offering today’s high school students valuable opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills, preparing them for fulfilling 21st-century careers.”

 Katharine Oliver, PDK Board Chair and former Assistant State Superintendent for Career and College Readiness at the Maryland Department of Education

Staff

James F. Lane, Ed.D.

Chief Executive Officer

Albert C. Chen, M.E.

Chief Operating Officer

Laurel Glenn

Director of Institutional Giving

John Hendron, Ed.D.

Director of Special Projects and Public Relations

Robyn Mintier

Director of Membership

Anne Morris, Ed.D.

Director of Programs

Teresa Preston

Director of Publications

Lisa Rollins, Ed.D.

National Director of Outreach and Partnerships

Debbie Webb

Director of Operations

Megan DeMine

Senior Project Coordinator

Selena Freeland

Membership Associate

Michael Goldman

Membership Relationship Manager

Marthe Gulledge

Outreach and Engagement Coordinator

Millie Hernandez

Administrative Coordinator

Justine Hirshfeld

Creative Services Manager

Molly Kauffman

Outreach and Engagement Coordinator

Noor Lodhi

Membership Associate

Shannon Mueller

Sponsorship and Fundraising Coordinator

Yanely Perez

Programs Manager

Marvin Pimentel

Bookkeeper

Zoey Tweh

Programs and Outreach Coordinator

Kathleen Vail

Managing Editor

Debbie Weaver Balough

National Implementation Manager

Peyton Yancey

Membership Manager

You?

We are always looking for talented, driven individuals.

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Board of Directors

PDK is governed by the PDK International Board of Directors.

Katharine Oliver
Board Chair

Deborah Delisle
Board Chair-Elect

Melissa Nixon
Past Board Chair
Foundation Board Chair-Elect

Angela Walmsley
Foundation Board Chair

Jody Bloyer
Board Director

L. Andrea Brownlee
Board Director

Curtis Cain
Foundation Past Board Chair

Doug Christensen
Foundation Board Director

Christopher Emdin
Board Director

Kimberly Green
Board Director

Shavonna Holman
Board Director

Rosa Isiah
Board Director

Erin Jones
Board Director

Pat Mikos
Board Director

Lisa Stooksberry
Board Director

Steven Weber
Board Director

Careers

PDK International is always looking for excellence and talent. While we may not have a specific position open at this time, please submit your resume nonetheless to HR@PDKIntl.org.

Current career opportunities at PDK International:

Project-Based Federal Grant Writer
PDK International seeking a Project-Based Federal Grant Writer to write one Department of Education grant for us in FY2024, with the potential to write multiple DOE grants. Learn more.
Educators Rising Massachusetts State Coordinator

PDK International is looking for a dynamic and devoted education leader to guide Educators Rising’s Grow Your Own initiative in the state of Massachusetts as it continues to develop and grow its programming. Learn more.

Educators Rising Arkansas State Coordinator

PDK International is looking for a dynamic and devoted education leader to guide Educators Rising’s Grow Your Own initiative in the state of Arkansas as it continues to develop and grow its programming. Learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employment and Diversity

PDK International is an affirmative-action equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PDK International complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. PDK International expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of PDK International’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

 

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P.O. Box 13090 Arlington, VA 22219 PDK International may periodically send you updates via email about news and events.