Profiles of Leaders in the Teach For America Network
Facilitator, Patient Advocate, Conflict Transformation Consultant
Region: Connecticut, '08
Kirby Broadnax's Teach For America experience continues to be meaningful years later. As a Connecticut 2008 corps member, Kirby gained a wealth of skills that she applies to her current work, including backwards planning that enables her to effectively reach her goals.
Executive Director
TFA Rhode Island
Region: Rhode Island, '11
Michael began his career as a Teach For America Rhode Island corps member and teacher in Providence Public Schools. The passion, creativity, and tenacity of those working for change in the smallest but mightiest state continue to inspire him. He is committed to working with and for others to drive lasting change so that all kids can access an equitable education.
Medical Student
Medical College of Georgia
Region: Rio Grande Valley, '14
Christian Sascha Brown is a medical student at the Medical College of Georgia interested in pursuing psychiatry and adolescent medicine.
Senior Vice President
The Mind Trust
Region: St. Louis, '08
After holding leadership positions at both TFA–Indianapolis and the Indianapolis mayor’s office, Brandon now leads The Mind Trust as its CEO.
Senior Editor
Teach For America
Marquita Brown is the senior editor for One Day Digital.
Interim Executive Director
TFA Colorado
Melissa has been part of the TFA Colorado team since 2017. While currently serving as the interim ED, she is formally the Chief of Staff of the region.
4th Grade Teacher
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Region: Ohio, '14
Miles knew he wanted to be a teacher before joining the corps. He shares why he sought a teaching job through TFA.
Senior Research Scientist
Teach For America
Dr. Katie Buckley is a Senior Research Scientist at Teach for America who oversees the research and measurement on students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
Community Volunteer
Alex Llugany Montante is a board member of the Western New York Women’s Foundation, Nichols School, and Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute.
Madeleine Burry is a freelance writer.