Rachel Manley
About Rachel Manley
Rachel Manley serves as the Senior Manager of Educational Programming at Alma, having previously held roles at iEARN-USA and The New York Times. With extensive experience in educational programming and special education, she has contributed significantly to international educational initiatives.
Work at Alma
Rachel Manley currently serves as the Senior Manager of Educational Programming at Alma, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing educational initiatives that enhance learning experiences. Her responsibilities include overseeing program development and ensuring alignment with educational standards. Rachel's work at Alma builds on her extensive background in educational programming and professional development.
Previous Experience in Educational Programming
Prior to her role at Alma, Rachel Manley worked at The New York Times as a Professional Development Manager from 2020 to 2022. She also held the position of Professional Development Manager at iEARN-USA from 2016 to 2020. In these roles, she managed educational programs and facilitated training for educators. Her experience includes managing a grant program budget of $1 million and overseeing international partnerships.
Teaching Background
Rachel Manley has a solid foundation in teaching, having worked as a Cross Categorical Special Education Teacher at Madison Metropolitan School District from 2012 to 2016. She also served as a High School Special Education Teacher at Webster City Community Schools in 2008. Additionally, she taught Computer and Math at WorldTeach in Namibia from 2008 to 2010. Her teaching experience spans various roles and locations, contributing to her expertise in educational programming.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Manley earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary and Special Education from the University of Iowa, completing her studies from 2003 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2013 to 2015. Her academic background supports her professional roles in educational programming and development.
Achievements in Educational Initiatives
Throughout her career, Rachel has designed and facilitated a six-week online course for over 400 educators across 11 countries. She managed the BRIDGE Program, a virtual exchange initiative connecting U.S. classrooms with those in the Middle East and North Africa. Additionally, she implemented a Training of Trainers model to conduct over 50 workshops in 10 countries within the MENA region, contributing to the development of educational materials and curriculum units.