Whitney Di Taranto
About Whitney Di Taranto
Whitney Di Taranto is an English Language Arts Specialist with extensive experience in education and program management. She has held various roles in organizations focused on community services and global education, while also advocating for English language learning.
Current Role at Nerdy
Whitney Di Taranto serves as an English Language Arts Specialist at Varsity Tutors, a subsidiary of Nerdy. She has held this position since 2021, working remotely. In this role, she focuses on empowering individuals through her expertise in English Language Arts, contributing to the educational development of students.
Previous Experience in Education
Prior to her current role, Whitney worked at several organizations in Philadelphia. She was a Team Leader at Tree House Books from 2009 to 2013, where she contributed to literacy initiatives. From 2019 to 2021, she served as Program Manager at Episcopal Community Services, overseeing educational programs. Additionally, she worked as Virtual Public Programming and Marketing Manager at Citizen Diplomacy International of Philadelphia for eight months in 2021-2022.
Educational Background
Whitney Di Taranto earned her Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media Arts from Temple University, studying from 2009 to 2013. She later pursued a Master of Education at the University of the People, completing her studies from 2020 to 2022. This educational background supports her advocacy for global education and English language learning.
Advocacy for Global Education
Whitney advocates for global education through her work in English Language Learning and English Language Arts. Her roles in various educational organizations reflect her commitment to empowering individuals in their educational journeys and promoting literacy and language skills.