Who we are
We’ve been there. We know how you feel trying to lead and stay on top of all of the moving parts and complexity of fostering a diverse educator pipeline and preparation ecosystem.
FractionalED Partners has deep expertise running teacher residencies and working for a variety of school districts, charter management organizations, higher education, nonprofits and ed tech companies as staff and as consultants. This work is our passion!
Amber Woodruff, M.Ed.
Amber is a seasoned educator, strategist, and equity advocate with more than 15 years of experience designing innovative solutions for residency and apprenticeship programs. Her work includes leading curriculum development and assessments for the Capital Teaching Residency at KIPP DC and launching initiatives to increase Black teacher retention. Amber’s expertise in program design and equity ensures our clients achieve transformative outcomes.
Marlene Megos
Marlene is a passionate leader with over 30 years of experience in district leadership, educator preparation, workforce development, and program sustainability. As the founder of Equate Education and the co-creator of the Connecticut Teacher Residency Program, she has secured millions in funding and supported the placement of over 120 new educators of color. Marlene’s commitment to equity and innovative program development drives the mission of FractionalED Partners.
Christina Hall, J.D., M.Ed.
Christina is a co-founder of Urban Teachers, where she grew the program into a nationwide model for educator preparation. With a background in strategic planning, performance management, and partnership development, Christina has led large-scale initiatives to improve educational equity. She brings unparalleled expertise in scaling impactful programs and building advocacy networks to FractionalED Partners.
Kerry Whitacre, EdD
Kerry brings over 30 years of experience in education, state government, and nonprofit leadership, with expertise in human capital development and equity-driven strategies. As a former leader at Urban Teachers, she scaled the program to become one of the largest teacher residencies in the country. Kerry specializes in strategic planning, recruitment, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring our clients build sustainable and impactful programs.
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