“Now, more than ever, PDK is committed to the future of public education by honoring the work of current professionals and paving the way for successive generations.”
— Albert C. Chen, COO, 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
K A P P A N / P D K P O L L
The intersection between research, policy, and practice
P D K M E M B E R S H I P
Elevating the profession so that every student thrives
Who We Are Established in 1906, PDK International supports teachers and school leaders by strengthening their interest in the profession through the entire arc of their career.
SOCIAL JUSTICE | ENGAGEMENT | EXCELLENCE | RESULTS
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.
PROGRAMSHow we help schools |
MEMBERSHIPJoin our Movement |
DEVELOPMENTHow you can help |
Please Give Generously Today!
Support. Shape. Succeed.
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.
“Our passion, focus, and relentless commitment is to ensuring we help cultivate the next generation of teachers dedicated to equity and excellence in our public schools. “
— Melissa Nixon, Board Chair, PDK International
Core Values
Social Justice
We promote practices that seek to achieve social justice and equity in public schools. Educators must understand the history and context of American public education, including institutional racism and discrimination, as well as the moral imperative to ensure equity of outcomes, opportunities and resources for the most vulnerable students.
Engagement
We partner, engage and collaborate with other organizations that are seeking to improve public education. In order for complex problems to be solved, multiple stakeholders from different perspectives need to collaborate and be part of the problem-solving process.
Excellence
We must hold others and ourselves to the highest professional standards: We adhere to constant continuous improvement efforts within the organization and promote practices that ensure accountability for education professionals.
Results
Results matter, both for ourselves and for public schools. We hold ourselves accountable for outcomes and promote results-based practices that improve public education.
“The quest for continual improvement not only guides us, it defines our work. Ultimately, our programs and services all focus on what’s best for the students that we serve. “
— Curtis Cain, Board Chair, PDK Educational Foundation
Staff
James F. Lane, Ed.D.
Chief Executive Officer
Albert C. Chen, M.E.
Chief Operating Officer
Muaz Ahmed
Laurel Glenn
Director of Institutional Giving
Robyn Mintier
Anne Morris
Director of Programs
Teresa Preston
Director of Publications
Lisa Rollins, Ed.D.
National Director of Outreach and Partnerships
Debbie Webb
Jose Carrillo
Membership Development Associate
Lara Dandreo
National Implementation General Manager
Megan DeMine
Senior Project Coordinator
Anna Donley
Outreach and Engagement Coordinator
Selena Freeland
Membership Associate
Michael Goldman
Membership Relationship Manager
Millie Hernandez
Administrative Coordinator
Justine Hirshfeld
Wally Janneh
Outreach and Engagement Coordinator
Mishelle Jurado
New Mexico Field Coordinator
Noor Lodhi
Membership Associate
Yanely Perez
Programs Manager
Marvin Pimentel
Kathleen Vail
Managing Editor
Catasia Williams
Programs and Relationships Coordinator
Peyton Yancey
Senior Membership Associate
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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
Lewis 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
Board Director
Pat Mikos
Board Director
Lisa Stooksberry
Board Director
Steven Weber
Board Director
“We provide educational support — always with a focus on improving teaching and learning for schools.”
— Angela Walmsley, Past Board Chair, PDK International
Careers
Current career opportunities at PDK International:
Educators Rising Curriculum Coordinator - Connecticut
This position will support Educators Rising Connecticut and report into the Educators Rising Programs Department at the PDK national office to guide the facilitation of programming and curriculum implementation in Connecticut. Learn more.
New Mexico Bilingual Project Coordinator
The New Mexico Bilingual Project Coordinator will project manage the further development of Educators Rising Programming and work in partnership with the national office and New Mexico partners such as the NM Public Education Department, institutes of higher education, and districts and schools participating in the program as we work to adapt parts of our program for the state. Learn more.
New Mexico Bilingual Working Group Consultants
Creative Services Specialist
PDK International is seeking a hard-working design professional to assist in the production of the organization’s flagship magazine, and other collateral to support the organization’s programs, products, and services. Learn More.
Outreach Sales Associate
Senior Manager or Director of Marketing, Communications, and Policy
PDK is looking for a bright and hard-working individual who is passionate about ensuring the future of public education through Grow Your Own preservice programs. Learn More.
Marketing Coordinator/Manager
The Marketing Coordinator/Manager will be responsible for ensuring sustainability of the organization’s mission through effective promotion and marketing of our various products and services. 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.
“We are educators and leaders for whom student success is our mission, vision and passion.”
— Douglas Christensen, Past Board Chair, PDK Educational Foundation
Get In Touch
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By Phone:
(800) 766-1156
By Email:
By Mail:
P.O. Box 13090 Arlington, VA 22219 PDK International may periodically send you updates via email about news and events.
PO Box 13090
Arlington, VA 22219
(800) 766-1156
General Information: info@pdkintl.org
Media Inquiries: media@pdkintl.org
