Tonya Atha
About Tonya Atha
Tonya Atha is an Implementation Support Specialist at NWEA, with a background in education that includes roles as an Instructional Coach and Elementary School Teacher in Cleveland, Ohio. She holds a Bachelor of Education in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Ohio University.
Current Role at NWEA
Tonya Atha serves as an Implementation Support Specialist at NWEA, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on providing support for the implementation of educational assessments and resources. Her expertise contributes to enhancing the effectiveness of NWEA's offerings in educational settings.
Previous Experience in Education
Prior to her current role, Tonya Atha accumulated significant experience in the education sector. She worked as an Instructional Coach at Constellation Schools: Parma Community from 2018 to 2021, where she supported teachers in improving instructional practices. Before that, she was an Elementary School Teacher at Breakthrough Public Schools from 2016 to 2018 and at Cleveland Metropolitan School District from 2014 to 2016.
Leadership Role at Teach For America
Tonya Atha held the position of Director of Operations at Teach For America from 2018 to 2019 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing operational functions, ensuring that the organization effectively supported its mission in education.
Educational Background
Tonya Atha earned her Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Ohio University. Her studies spanned from 2009 to 2014, providing her with a strong foundation in educational theory and practice.