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Felicia P

@fpettiford

Developing Educators, Elevating Instruction, Enhancing Learning

United States
Spanish
About me
Early childhood educator, instructional leader, and consultant with nearly 20 years in urban schools. Founder of Roots and Resilience Consulting. Published author in trauma-informed teaching. I design curriculum, professional development, and online courses that help educators reach the children who need them most — grounded in SEL, cultural responsiveness, and real classroom experience. If you serve urban communities, I understand your world. Let's build something that works.... Read more

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Work experience

Hackensack_Board of Education

Instructional Leader & Curriculum Developer

Hackensack Board of Education • Full-time

Jan 2019 - Present7 yrs 7 mos

Design and deliver standards-aligned, developmentally appropriate instruction for PreK–4, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade classrooms, aligning curriculum to New Jersey Student Learning Standards. •Lead differentiated, data-driven instructional planning that supports diverse learners, including students with IEPs, in partnership with specialists and families. •Build nurturing, inclusive classroom environments centered on positive behavior support, engagement, and collaborative learning. •Partner with families and colleagues to strengthen school-to-home communication and sustain consistent support for student growth. •Maintain rigorous documentation, assessment, and record-keeping practices that support compliance and instructional accountability. •Integrate technology into daily instruction to enhance learning while preserving a safe, well-organized classroom.