Dr. Reshma Ramkellawan

Dr. Reshma Ramkellawan is a Senior Educational Consultant at Teaching Matters. While the crux of her expertise is nested in secondary literacy instruction, she has also supported Math and Science teachers with their pedagogy and curriculum planning. Her interest and expertise includes: digital and media literacy, curriculum development, staff and leadership coaching, and education research. Prior to joining Teaching Matters, she served as an assistant principal for a prominent New York City charter network. She has over 12 years of experience in the educational field, serving in the roles of teacher, mentor, team leader and staff developer. During the 2012 to 2013 school year, Reshma participated in the National Academy of Advanced Teacher Education (NAATE) program to refine her skills as a teacher leader. In 2016, she worked in the New York City Department of Teaching and Leadership, helping to redesign the Principal Candidate Pool assessment. She received her undergraduate degree in Secondary English Language Arts Education from the University of Central Florida. In 2009 and 2011, respectively, she earned her M.A. in Curriculum and Teaching and Ed.M in the Teaching of English from Teachers College Columbia University. Dr. Ramkellawan earned her Ed.D in English Education from Teachers College Columbia University.