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Our Divisions Events Who We Are Staff & Board Careers Get In Touch Give to PDK Select Page Read the message from PDK on recent events and our racial justice resources. Learn More Register Today What do our kids say about the kinds of social and emotional supports they need during this uncertain time? How can we help our teachers support students’ social and emotional needs? What do educators and students want now and next school year? PDK bridges research, policy, and practice. We’ve asked our Educators Rising students and PDK members to tell us what kinds of social and emotional supports they need to get through the uncertainty of the Coronavirus. Click below to learn more! PDK’s new resource on Formative Assessment PDK has pulled together a collection of evidence-based resources to help educators improve their knowledge and skills regarding formative assessments. Kappan Magazine Experts and authors weigh in on the COVID-19 crisis and provide perspective on distance learning, SEL and the challenge of the times. Please Give Generously Today! We need your help more than ever! Members, alumni, stakeholders, and friends, PDK needs your support more than ever. Because of the COVID-19 crisis, our normal channels of revenue and funding have ground to a halt, putting in jeopardy the programs and services that allow diverse high school students to prepare for a career in teaching, support schools and school systems, and consistently deliver content at the intersection of research and practice to educators globally. During this critical time, please make an unrestricted gift to give us the resources we need to continue to aid and engage our community of educators. PROGRAMS How we help schools MEMBERSHIP Join our Movement DEVELOPMENT How you can help “The quest for continual improvement not only guides us, it defines our work. Ultimately, our programs and services all focus on what’s best for the students that we serve. “ — Curtis Cain , Past Board Chair, PDK International Who We Are Established in 1906, PDK International supports teachers and school leaders by strengthening their interest in the profession through the entire arc of their career. We honor educators as professionals who learn daily from their work and want to share their knowledge with others to transform the lives of their students and their own specialized work. Today, we are transforming into a vibrant social sector organization that will activate educators and other stakeholders to elevate the discourse around teaching and learning to ensure that every child has access to a high-quality education. – Josh Starr, CEO, PDK International Core Values Social Justice We promote practices that seek to achieve social justice and equity in public schools. Educators must understand the history and context of American public education, including institutional racism and discrimination, as well as the moral imperative to ensure equity of outcomes, opportunities and resources for the most vulnerable students. Engagement We partner, engage and collaborate with other organizations that are seeking to improve public education. In order for complex problems to be solved, multiple stakeholders from different perspectives need to collaborate and be part of the problem-solving process. Excellence We must hold others and ourselves to the highest professional standards: We adhere to constant continuous improvement efforts within the organization and promote practices that ensure accountability for education professionals. Results Results matter, both for ourselves and for public schools. We hold ourselves accountable for outcomes and promote results-based practices that improve public education. “We provide educational support — always with a focus on improving teaching and learning for schools.” — Angela Walmsley , Board Chair, PDK International Staff Joshua P. Starr, Ed.D. Chief Executive Officer Albert Chen, M.E. Chief Operating Officer Reggie Johnson Chief of Strategic Partnerships Rafael Heller Editor in Chief Kate Stephens Director of Relationships & Outreach Muaz Ahmed Director of Finance Debbie Webb Operations Manager Robyn Mintier Database & Events Manager Anne Matthews Strategic Partnerships and Analysis Manager Teresa Preston Managing Editor/Content Justine Hirshfeld Creative Services Manager Lucy Berrier Manager, Education and Outreach Elizabeth Yu Marketing and Communications Manager Yanely Perez Membership Associate Michael Goldman Membership Engagement Specialist You? We are always looking for talented, driven individuals. Anna Donley Membership Associate Marvin Pimentel Bookkeeper Want to get involved? See open positions Board of Directors PDK is governed by the PDK International Board of Directors. Angela Walmsley Board Chair Melissa Nixon Board Chair-Elect Operations Committee Co-Chair Curtis Cain Past Board Chair Eric Hougan Operations Committee Co-Chair Katharine Oliver Governance Committee Chair Doug Christensen Foundation Board Chair Mark Strauss Board Director Rick Kolowski Board Director Erin Jones Board Director Natasha Murray Board DIrector Maureen LaRaviere Board Director “We are educators and leaders for whom student success is our mission, vision and passion.” — Douglas Christensen , Board Chair, PDK Educational Foundation Careers PDK International is always looking for excellence and talent. While we may not have a specific position open at this time, please submit your resume nonetheless to HR@PDKIntl.org . C urrent career opportunities at PDK International: Executive Assistant PDK International is looking for a “smart and hungry” up-and-comer with an inclination and aptitude to support, manage, and enhance an executive suite, specifically the CEO and COO. The primary job of the Executive Assistant will be to organize, anticipate and protect PDK International’s executives through administrative acumen, executive brand management in PR and communications, and project management. Learn More Sales Consultant Are you seeking a role that is exciting and dynamic; promotes innovative ideas, collaborative in a collegial environment? Are you motivated by the prospect of selling for a multi-faceted and forward-thinking education nonprofit? Then this might be the right organization for you! Learn More Education and Policy Social Media Activist (Part-Time) Are you an avid follower of education policy and the influencers shaping the conversation on education? PDK International is looking for a dynamic part-time social media activist who can promote PDK’s vision, products and data in a timely and efficient manner. Learn More Project Management Intern The internship position is open to undergraduates, recent graduates, or graduate students who are passionate about education and interested in nonprofit work. Project Management / Development Intern will contribute to improving internal processes of our organization, will develop valuable materials for educators and take part in event coordination. They will work directly with divisions heads and will contribute to improving and putting to structure internal and external processes. Learn More Marketing & Communications Intern The internship position is open to undergraduates, recent graduates, or graduate students who are passionate about education and interested in nonprofit work. Marketing / Communications / Research Intern will contribute to the growth of our organization and improvement of member and user experience. They will work directly with divisions heads and will contribute to improving and putting to structure internal and external processes, as well as shaping our messaging and ways of communication. Learn More Equal Opportunity Employment and Diversity PDK International provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PDK International complies ...