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I am an equity-driven educational leader with nearly two decades of experience designing and managing large-scale learning initiatives, faculty development programs, and system-level improvements across K–12 and higher education. I design professional learning, advocate for evidence-based teaching, and work with cross-functional teams to strengthen institutional impact and student outcomes. I am recognized for advancing inclusive pedagogy, leading organizational change, and cultivating scholarly teaching practices. I mentor educators, facilitate reflective practice, and push for alignment of assessment, curricula, and strategic plans to support equitable access and high-quality learning.…I am an equity-driven educational leader with nearly two decades of experience designing and managing large-scale learning initiatives, faculty development programs, and system-level improvements across K–12 and higher education. I design professional learning, advocate for evidence-based teaching, and work with cross-functional teams to strengthen institutional impact and student outcomes. I am recognized for advancing inclusive pedagogy, leading organizational change, and cultivating scholarly teaching practices. I mentor educators, facilitate reflective practice, and push for alignment of assessment, curricula, and strategic plans to support equitable access and high-quality learning.

Katrina A. Barge

Photographer, Writer, Freelance Digital Illustrator, +3

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I am an equity-driven educational leader with nearly two decades of experience designing and managing large-scale learning initiatives, faculty development programs, and system-level improvements across K–12 and higher education. I design professional learning, advocate for evidence-based teaching, and work with cross-functional teams to strengthen institutional impact and student outcomes. I am recognized for advancing inclusive pedagogy, leading organizational change, and cultivating scholarly teaching practices. I mentor educators, facilitate reflective practice, and push for alignment of assessment, curricula, and strategic plans to support equitable access and high-quality learning.…I am an equity-driven educational leader with nearly two decades of experience designing and managing large-scale learning initiatives, faculty development programs, and system-level improvements across K–12 and higher education. I design professional learning, advocate for evidence-based teaching, and work with cross-functional teams to strengthen institutional impact and student outcomes. I am recognized for advancing inclusive pedagogy, leading organizational change, and cultivating scholarly teaching practices. I mentor educators, facilitate reflective practice, and push for alignment of assessment, curricula, and strategic plans to support equitable access and high-quality learning.

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I am an equity-driven educational leader with nearly two decades of experience designing and managing large-scale learning initiatives, faculty development programs, and system-level improvements across K–12 and higher education. I design professional learning, advocate for evidence-based teaching, and work with cross-functional teams to strengthen institutional impact and student outcomes.

I am recognized for advancing inclusive pedagogy, leading organizational change, and cultivating scholarly teaching practices. I mentor educators, facilitate reflective practice, and push for alignment of assessment, curricula, and strategic plans to support equitable access and high-quality learning.

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Arts Teacher Leader at Chicago Public Schools

January 1, 2023 - Present

Serve as a district-wide professional learning lead, designing and facilitating educator development grounded in data-informed, equity-centered practice. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance policy, curricular alignment, and program coherence across the city’s arts education ecosystem. Chair workshops and initiatives on reflective teaching, course design, and strategic planning; contribute to the city-wide Arts Education Plan Steering Committee and drive long-term strategic vision and inter-department collaboration.

K–12 Leadership in Program Design & Assessment at Sullivan High School, CPS – Digital Media

January 1, 2023 - Present

Unpaused and led a dormant Digital Media program, integrating photography, editing, and 3D modeling aligned to college and career pathways. Developed assessments to measure student mastery and used program data to revise curriculum scope and sequence.

Visual Arts & STEAM Curriculum Developer at Public Elementary Schools within Chicago Public Schools

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2023

Founded the inaugural Visual Arts and STEAM curriculum for Pre-K–8; designed interdisciplinary learning experiences connecting to literacy and STEM; created arts and technology curriculum for self-contained classrooms for students with autism; managed program budgets, vendor partnerships, and grant acquisition to sustain long-term instructional improvement.

AP Drawing Teacher of Record at Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts)

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Led curriculum alignment; served as AP Drawing Teacher of Record; mentored faculty in reflective assessment practices; guided professional development around inquiry-driven instruction and portfolio assessment.

Policy Fellow at CTU / AFT Policy Fellow – Education Equity Advocacy

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Conducted state-level research on funding equity, accreditation frameworks, and public school access to arts education. Presented policy recommendations to legislators and institutional leaders to advance systemic improvement and equitable learning opportunities.

Arts Committee Member at Chicago Teachers Union (CTU)

January 1, 2019 - Present

Mentor educators and advise on union-wide arts policy, teacher development, and sustainability of equitable program funding.

CPS Liaison at Illinois Art Education Association (IAEA)

January 1, 2023 - Present

Rep CPS educators on state-wide leadership boards; plan professional development and state-wide learning initiatives.

National Conference Consultant at National Art Education Association (NAEA)

January 1, 2025 - Present

Partner with national and local committees to align program strategy and strengthen cross-institutional learning networks.