Natalie Parmenter

About Natalie Parmenter

Parents want the best for their kids, but navigating elementary school can feel overwhelming. That’s why I founded Primary Focus—a resource hub that empowers parents with practical, research-backed strategies to support their child’s learning, both in and out of the classroom. Whether it’s school readiness, early literacy, or social-emotional learning, I break it down into simple, actionable steps through my YouTube channel and weekly newsletter.As a former kindergarten teacher with a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins School of Education, I know what helps young learners thrive. I work with businesses, parent groups, and organizations to provide engaging workshops on topics like kindergarten preparation, raising confident readers, and choosing the right school. I also offer 1:1 parent check-ins to help families navigate school concerns with expert guidance and have a course for parents: Prepare Your Child for KindergartenIf you’re looking for a speaker, workshop leader, or expert voice on parent education, let’s connect!

Experience

1. Founder

   Primary Focus

   Jun 2021 — Present

   The Parent\'s Guide to Elementary SchoolPrimary Focus is a resource hub for parents, giving them the tools and confidence to support their child’s success in elementary school. Through my YouTube channel, workshops, course, and newsletter, I provide practical, research-backed strategies that make learning approachable—helping families navigate school expectations, build strong early literacy skills, and support social-emotional growth. As a former kindergarten teacher with a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins School of Education, I’m passionate about bridging the gap between parents and teachers so that every child can thrive. Speaking & WorkshopsI work with businesses and parent groups to provide engaging, actionable workshops on- Flagship: The Kindergarten School Talk Workshop- how to pick the right school in Charlotte, NC for your child- School Readiness: Preparing for kindergarten and early education success- Raising Readers & Writers: Helping children develop strong literacy skills- Choosing the Right School: Finding the best educational fit for your child- Social-Emotional & Life Skills: Building confidence, independence, and resilience in young learners Other Services- 1:1 check-in calls to support parents and caregivers with school-related concerns- Parenting Course: Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten- Parent-friendly education via YouTube, a weekly newsletter, and blog content - Consulting for education companies (product research, demo videos, copywriting, social media strategy)I believe that when parents feel empowered, kids thrive. Let’s connect!

Education

• California State University, Northridge

  Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching

• Universidad de Granada

  Study Abroad, Spanish Language and Culture

  2010 — 2010

• Johns Hopkins University School of Education

  Master of Science (M.S.), Educational Studies

  2018 — 2020

Skills

• Nonprofits
• Editing
• Marketing
• Research
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Word
• Teaching
• Social Media
• Microsoft Office
• Fundraising
• Community Outreach
• Curriculum Development
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Powerpoint