Jesse Watson, Jr., M.Ed.
About Jesse Watson, Jr., M.Ed.
Jesse Watson, Jr., M.Ed., serves as the Equity Centered Design Implementation Manager at Lumen Learning, where he has worked since 2021. With a strong background in educational leadership and a Master of Education from Concordia University, Nebraska, he has over a decade of experience in various educational roles.
Work at Lumen Learning
Jesse Watson, Jr. has been serving as the Equity Centered Design Implementation Manager at Lumen Learning since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing strategies that promote equity in educational design. His work involves collaborating with educational institutions to ensure that design practices are inclusive and accessible to all students. This position builds on his extensive background in educational leadership and administration.
Education and Expertise
Jesse Watson, Jr. holds a Master of Education in Educational Administration from Concordia University, Nebraska, where he studied from 2017 to 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics from Winston-Salem State University, completing his degree from 2012 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in statistical analysis, which supports his expertise in implementing equity-centered design strategies in educational settings.
Background in Educational Leadership
Prior to his current role, Jesse Watson, Jr. worked at Guilford County Schools as Dean of Students from 2015 to 2021. In this position, he gained valuable experience in educational leadership and administration. His career in education spans over a decade, during which he has held various roles, including student tutor and administrative positions, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the educational landscape.
Previous Work Experience
Jesse Watson, Jr. has a diverse work history that includes positions outside of education. He worked as a Retail Sales Consultant at Sprint from 2011 to 2014 and as a Sales Operator at Best Buy from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Student Tutor at Winston-Salem State University from 2014 to 2015. These roles have provided him with a range of skills that complement his educational career.