Marya Parr
About Marya Parr
Marya Parr is a Senior Editor at Great Minds, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in early childhood education and has held various editorial and teaching roles throughout her career.
Current Role at Great Minds
Marya Parr currently serves as Senior Editor for the Geodes Readable Library at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees the development and editorial processes for educational content aimed at enhancing literacy. Additionally, she has been functioning as Lead Title Editor and Decodability Editor for the same library since 2017, contributing to the creation of accessible and engaging reading materials for early learners.
Previous Experience at Great Minds
Prior to her current roles, Marya Parr worked at Great Minds as Lead Kindergarten Writer and Content Editor for the Wit & Wisdom curriculum from 2015 to 2016. During her tenure, she focused on developing high-quality educational resources that support kindergarten educators and students in their learning journeys.
Educational Background
Marya Parr holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Early Childhood Education and Special Education from Teachers College of Columbia University, which she completed from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from Yale University, studying there from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both educational theory and historical context.
Early Career Experience
Before her roles at Great Minds, Marya Parr gained experience as Head Teacher for Preschool at CP Kids, Chelsea Piers from 2012 to 2015. She also worked as Executive Assistant to the General Manager at The Field House, Chelsea Piers from 2007 to 2010. These positions provided her with a diverse skill set in both educational settings and administrative support.