Director of Educator Development named starting July 1

It is my pleasure on behalf of the Teaching and Learning Team to announce that we have hired Sharon Thiede as Director of Educator Development to officially start July 1, 2017. Sharon will replace Sara Behrendt in this role as Sara announced her retirement from the School District of Waukesha at the end of this year.

With close to 70 applicants for the position, Sharon became the number one selection this week after finalist interviews.

In this role, Sharon will lead educator development work including Educator Effectiveness, PI-34 requirements, TDP's and professional learning across our system. She will also oversee Advanced Learning/Gifted and Talented as well as continue her SAIL coaching work with STEM Saratoga, East, and Meadowbrook.

As a former English teacher, at the core, Sharon wants to customize learning for the adults in our system so that they can maximize their work with our students. Sharon was also an AP in Kettle Moraine, at Waukesha West HS and serves currently in her role as Director of Student Services.
Please share in welcoming Sharon to the Teaching and Learning Team!