Brett Roer
About Brett Roer
Brett Roer serves as the Ohio Regional Director at aiEDU.org, where he focuses on building a network of AI educators in Ohio. He has extensive experience in education leadership, having held various roles including school principal and co-founder of EDLIT.
Work at aiEDU
Brett Roer serves as the Ohio Regional Director at aiEDU.org, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on creating a network of AI educators across Ohio, aiming to prepare students for an AI-driven future. His responsibilities include connecting education leaders and providing guidance to support their roles, ensuring that educational practices evolve to meet the demands of modern technology.
Education and Expertise
Brett Roer holds a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education in Social Studies from Hunter College, which he completed from 2002 to 2005. He furthered his education with a Master of Education in Multicultural Urban Education from the University of Mount Saint Vincent in 2009, and he achieved a School Building Leadership Certification from Baruch College in 2012. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in teaching and educational leadership.
Background
Brett Roer has extensive experience in the education sector, having worked in various roles within the NYC Department of Education. He served as a School Principal at Bronx Compass High School from 2017 to 2021 and held positions as Assistant Principal and College and Career Advisor at Queens Metropolitan High School and Automotive High School. His career spans over 16 years, during which he has focused on transforming school culture and curriculum to enhance college and career readiness.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Brett Roer has played a significant role in amplifying scalable innovation in education, particularly during his tenure at the LeveragED Foundation. His efforts have centered on equity in education, ensuring that all students have the resources and support necessary to achieve their goals. His leadership in various educational initiatives reflects his commitment to improving educational outcomes for diverse student populations.
Current Roles and Initiatives
In addition to his role at aiEDU, Brett Roer is actively involved with NationSwell as a Council Member since 2022. He is also a Co-Founder of EDLIT: Empowering Districts through Learning, Innovation, & Technology, and serves as a Strategic Advisor at Outlier.org. He founded Brett Roer Consulting, LLC in 2023, focusing on providing leadership guidance and support to education leaders. His current initiatives reflect a commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the education sector.