Janie Solinski-Ruddy M.

About Janie Solinski-Ruddy M.

I am an education advocate and enablement leader who is drawn to work that expands…

Experience

1. Director of Professional Learning

   N2y

   Dec 2023 — Present

   Responsible for designing, implementing, and managing professional learning programs for n2y.n2y is the nation’s #1 solution for special education empowering achievement through standards-aligned academic content, assessment and data collection, a weekly newspaper, symbol communication tools, skill‑based games, behavior management, best‑in‑class professional learning, and a collaborative IEP development system-Develop and implement a comprehensive professional learning strategy aligned with the organization\'s goals and vision for n2y-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize professional learning needs and objectives for educators-Design and deliver engaging and interactive professional development programs, workshops, and courses that address diverse learning styles and levels of technological proficiency-Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, research, and best practices in EdTech and instructional design to ensure the delivery of cutting-edge professional learning experiences-Foster a culture of continuous learning by providing ongoing support, resources, and coaching to educators in utilizing n2y solutions effectively-Evaluate the effectiveness of professional learning initiatives through data analysis, feedback collection, and assessment methodologies-Collaborate with the marketing, sales and customer success teams to promote professional learning programs and initiatives to educators, schools, and districts-Lead and manage a team of professional learning specialists and facilitators, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations-Manage, improve and implement scalable PS operations, processes, and internal tooling to ensure timely delivery

Education

• American College of Education

  Master's of Education

  2010 — 2012

• King's College

  Health Care Administration

  1992 — 1996

• Fayetteville State University

  Middle Grades Education

  2001 — 2003