Master of Arts in Teaching
University of California, Irvine; August 2003
California Bilingual Teaching Credential
University of California, Irvine; August 2003
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
(emphasis in Teaching Language and Culture)
Minor in Education
University of California, Irvine; June 2002
professional accomplishments
Big picture thinking and creative problem solving while maintaining attention to detail
Especially adept with managing complex logistical, scheduling, and budgeting tasks
Engendering school spirit and community pride with all students, parents, faculty, and staff
Deep commitment to providing innovative, equitable, and inclusive educational experiences for all
Identifying needs or deficits and addressing them strategically and creatively
Organization and follow-through when completing and managing tasks
Superb verbal and written communication skills
Researching and writing grants
Developing and executing fundraising campaigns
Creating compelling branding and marketing strategies with effective, attractive materials
Integrating 21st century skills and technology into teaching and professional tasks
Teaching and supporting students for whom English is a second language
Developing, delivering, and overseeing individualized instruction and learning intervention strategies
Adept with various technologies, including Apple® (iPads, iPods, MacBooks, iMovie software), PCs, social media, Personal Learning Networks, social networking (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn), website and blog creation, direct email marketing (Constant Contact), graphic design tools (Canva, Photo Shop)
committees served
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personal interests
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degrees held
Contact Information
Oak Grove Montessori School
Mansfield, CT
Associate Head of School July 2022-Present
Infrastructure Project Coordinator March 2022-June 2022
Community Music School of Springfield
Springfield, MA
Director of Enrollment and Marketing Strategy August 2018-March 2022
The Little School
Clarkesville, GA
Head of School January 2016-July 2017
The Little School
Clarkesville, GA
Member, Board of Trustees January-December 2015
Noah's Ark Companion Animal Hospital and Humane Society
Franklin, NC
Part-Time Assistant to the Director March 2015-December 2015
Marketing Materials Developer
Grant Researcher
Communications Officer (email, print, website)
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
Rabun Gap, GA
Director of English Immersion August 2013-June 2015
International Support Team Member August 2013-June 2015
International Admissions Interviewer August 2013-June 2015
Advisor August 2013-June 2015
Sophomore Rhetoric Exam Committee Member August 2014-June 2015
Varsity Swim Coach Winter season 2013-14
Yoga Instructor Spring season 2014, Winter season 2014-2015
Purnell School
Pottersville, NJ
Director of the Affinities Program September 2007-June 2013
Affinities Program Information.pdf
Internship Coordinator September 2007-June 2013
Individual Learning Plan Coordinator September 2009-June 2013
9th Grade Health and Wellness Teacher September 2009-June 2013
Dorm Parent September 2005-June 2013
Advisor September 2005-June 2013
International Travel Chaperone February 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013
Professional Development Book Club Leader September 2009-June 2013
Dance Teacher January 2006-June 2009
Spanish Teacher (grades 9-12) August 2005-June 2007
Westerly School of Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Spanish Teacher (grades K-8) September 2003-June 2005
Student Council Faculty Advisor September 2004-June 2005
Newspaper Club Founder and Advisor September 2004-June 2005
Santa Ana Unified School District
Santa Ana, CA
Student Teacher (grades K and 5) January 2003-June 2003
Health and Wellness
Yoga
Walking
Swimming (open water and pool)
Art and Design
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Website Design
Landscape Design and Gardening
Community Building and Neighborhood Connecting
Chicopee, MA and the greater Pioneer Valley
Leisure Activities
International and Domestic Travel
International and Domestic Films
Live Music
Baking
Reading
Graduation Speech from Brooke Hopkins on Vimeo.
strengths and skills
Professional Experience
ms.brooke.hopkins@gmail.com
Brooke Hopkins
ms.brooke.hopkins@gmail.com
(714) 227-5636
Admissions Committee Head
Oak Grove Montessori School
July 2022-Present
Health and Safety Committee
Oak Grove Montessori School
July 2022-Present
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Oak Grove Montessori School
July 2022-Present
Technology Committee
Oak Grove Montessori School Board of Trustees
March 2022-Present
Marketing and Development Committee
Oak Grove Montessori School Board of Trustees
March 2022-Present
Volunteer Case Reviewer
Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
September 2021-Present
Strategic Plan Marketing Committee Member
Community Music School of Springfield
January 2020-March 2022
Handbook / Policy Committee
Community Music School of Springfield
January 2020-March 2022
Financial Aid Committee Head
Community Music School of Springfield
August 2018-March 2022
Barr Klarman Massachusetts Arts Initiative Cohort Member
Community Music School of Springfield
October 2018-March 2022
Discipline Committee Head
The Little School
January 2016-July 2017
Admissions Committee Member
The Little School
January 2016-July 2017
Financial Aid Committee Member
The Little School
January 2016-July 2017
Fundraising Committee Member
The Little School Board of Trustees
January 2015-December 2015
Academic Council Member
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
August 2013-June 2015
International Support Team Member
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
August 2013-June 2015
Sophomore Rhetoric Exam Committee Member
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
August 2014-June 2015
Accreditation for Growth (AFG) Committee Member
Purnell School
August 2005-June 2013
Diversity Committee Member
Purnell School
August 2007-June 2008
Scheduling Committee Member
Purnell School
August 2008-June 2009
Technology Cohort Member
Purnell School
August 2009-June 2010
COVID-19 Administrative Response Team at Community Music School of Springfield
March 2020-March 2022
10% Enrollment Growth at Community Music School of Springfield
Fiscal years 2019 and 2020
100% Participation in The Little School's Annual Fund Campaign
April 2016
SAIS Membership Candidacy for The Little School
May 2016
Featured on Better Educators podcast
November 2013
Purnell School Graduation Speaker
June 2012
New Jersey Association of Independent Schools Conference Presenter
October 2008, October 2010, October 2012
Keynote Speaker at Purnell School Alumnae Reunion Events
February/November/December 2012, May 2011, April 2012
Parents' Weekend Keynote Speaker: Women in Leadership at Purnell School
October 2012
Parents Weekend Keynote.pdf
Purnell School Parents' Weekend Presenter: Maximizing One's Strengths
October 2010, October 2011
Parents Weekend Presentation.pdf
Creator of the Purnell School/Thomson Reuters Internship Program
March 2010
Thomson Reuters Internship Article.pdf
Creator of the Purnell School Professional Women's Speaker Series
September 2010
Speakers 2011-12.pdf
Formatting Workshop Presenter, Purnell School
January 2010
Personal Leadership Group Leader, Purnell School
October 2007-June 2008