Benjamin Cottingham

About Benjamin Cottingham

Passionate education professional with expertise in systems change and continuous improvement. Effective leader at developing policies and programs with measurable impact on student outcomes within public, private, and non-profit organizations. Always looking for opportunities to build more impactful systems that providing pathways to a healthier, sustainable futures for all our students, families, and communities.

Experience

1. Program Manager

   California Education Partners

   May 2025 — Present · CA, US

   As a Program Manager at California Education Partners, I\'m excited to support school district teams across the state in developing and scaling sustainable systems for improved teaching and learning. My focus is on helping districts build capacity and implement effective, long-term strategies to ensure lasting positive change. I\'m dedicated to empowering educators and leaders to create equitable outcomes for all students.

Education

• The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  Bachelor's degree, Major - History Minor - City and Regional Planning

  2008 — 2012

• Stanford University

  Master's, Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership Studies

  2017 — 2018

• UNSW

  Green Engineering and Aboriginal Studies

  2010 — 2010

Skills

• Sustainable Development
• Social Media
• Public Speaking
• Program Development
• Curriculum Development
• Event Planning
• Research
• Community Outreach
• Outlook
• Microsoft Office
• Writing
• Program Management
• Staff Development
• Data Analysis
• Classroom
• Nonprofits
• Curriculum Design
• Microsoft Word
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Teamwork
• Team Management
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Coaching
• Tutoring
• Leadership
• Editing
• Fundraising
• Team Culture