I'm Nancy Ribak Altadonna, a seasoned educator and communications professional who blends teaching, curriculum design, and digital media to help learners and organizations shine. I build engaging, collaborative learning experiences, design thoughtful curricula, and lead initiatives that leverage social media, EdTech, and community outreach to boost visibility and impact. I’m a proactive facilitator and facilitator-turned-faculty developer who loves mentoring others and sharing practical strategies for online and in-person learning. In addition to teaching and mentoring, I run a boutique marketing-and-education practice at Lioness 613 LLC, produce EdTech podcasts, speak at conferences, and design multimedia content that supports education, advocacy, and innovative learning. I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, actionable projects that empower students, teachers, and organizations to succeed in today’s digital landscape.

Nancy Ribak Altadonna

I'm Nancy Ribak Altadonna, a seasoned educator and communications professional who blends teaching, curriculum design, and digital media to help learners and organizations shine. I build engaging, collaborative learning experiences, design thoughtful curricula, and lead initiatives that leverage social media, EdTech, and community outreach to boost visibility and impact. I’m a proactive facilitator and facilitator-turned-faculty developer who loves mentoring others and sharing practical strategies for online and in-person learning. In addition to teaching and mentoring, I run a boutique marketing-and-education practice at Lioness 613 LLC, produce EdTech podcasts, speak at conferences, and design multimedia content that supports education, advocacy, and innovative learning. I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, actionable projects that empower students, teachers, and organizations to succeed in today’s digital landscape.

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I’m Nancy Ribak Altadonna, a seasoned educator and communications professional who blends teaching, curriculum design, and digital media to help learners and organizations shine. I build engaging, collaborative learning experiences, design thoughtful curricula, and lead initiatives that leverage social media, EdTech, and community outreach to boost visibility and impact. I’m a proactive facilitator and facilitator-turned-faculty developer who loves mentoring others and sharing practical strategies for online and in-person learning.

In addition to teaching and mentoring, I run a boutique marketing-and-education practice at Lioness 613 LLC, produce EdTech podcasts, speak at conferences, and design multimedia content that supports education, advocacy, and innovative learning. I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible, actionable projects that empower students, teachers, and organizations to succeed in today’s digital landscape.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Chief Vision Officer at 613 LLC
January 1, 2025 - Present
Advising organizations through boutique strategic marketing practice, integrating digital campaigns and grassroots engagement to build visibility, credibility, and measurable results. Driving coordinated advocacy & community engagement through strategic, data-driven content creation. Growing accounts to more than 20K followers and reaching 8.5M+ views within 7 months. Founder & administrator of a network of digital content creators, mentoring, talent & community curation.
Adjunct Professor at North East Lakeview College
January 1, 2022 - Present
Virtual professor in the Social Media & Digital Marketing AAS program; designing & facilitating LMS-based courses.
Internship Mentor (Social Studies Teacher) at Sonia Sotomayor High School, NISD
January 1, 2022 - Present
Mentor for internship program; Social Studies teacher, San Antonio, TX.
AP World History & Sociology Teacher at The Winston School of San Antonio
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Advanced Academic/AP World History & Sociology teacher; PLC Team Leader of AP World History; Film Club co-sponsor; Created differentiated Social Studies curriculum for three grade levels; In-person & online instruction.
Content Producer at New York City Department of Education
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Content Producer for #NYC Schools Tech Podcast (2018–2020).
Senior Account Executive at Bernard Hodes Group
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Recruited marketing, copywriting, advertising & PR professionals for agencies; provided strategic guidance through hiring & onboarding.
Account Executive at Fleishman-Hillard, Inc.
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2005
Recruited marketing, copywriting, advertising & PR professionals for agencies; mentored candidates; provided strategic guidance through hiring & onboarding.
Founder & Chief Vision Officer at Lioness 613 LLC
January 1, 2025 - Present
Advising organizations through boutique strategic marketing practice, integrating digital campaigns and grassroots engagement to build visibility, credibility, and measurable results.
Adjunct Professor at NorthEast Lakeview College
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designs and teaches curriculum for Social Media & Digital Marketing courses; mentors students; leads faculty development activities.
Virtual Professor, Social Media & Digital Marketing, AAS Program at NorthEast Lakeview College
January 1, 2022 - Present
Teaches online and in-person modules in social media strategy, digital marketing and related coursework; develops LMS-based modules and assessments.
Internship Mentor; Social Studies Teacher at Sonia Sotomayor High School, NISD
January 1, 2022 - Present
Mentors social studies interns; teaches high school courses; coordinates internship experiences and classroom activities.
Advanced Academic Educator of AP Modern World History & Sociology at The Winston School of San Antonio
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Led AP Modern World History and Sociology instruction; PLC leader; co-sponsored film club; developed differentiated curriculum for multiple grade levels.
Global Studies Teacher at New York City Department of Education
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Taught 9th & 10th Global Studies; co-taught, used online & video instruction; implemented standards-based instruction; trained teachers in NY Global Studies & US History exams.
Senior Account Executive at Fleischman-Hillard, Inc.
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
Recruited marketing, copywriting, advertising & PR professionals; mentored candidates; provided strategic guidance through hiring & onboarding.
Senior Marketing Recruiter at Paladin Marketing Resources Inc.
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Recruited marketing, copywriting, advertising & PR professionals for agencies; mentored candidates; guided hiring processes.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Education at Walden University
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Master of Science in Education at Long Island University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Science in Radio-Television-Film at The University of Texas at Austin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Doctor of Philosophy in Education (ABD) at Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Master of Science in Education, specialization in Teaching Urban Adolescents with Disabilities at Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Science in Radio-Television-Film at The University of Texas at Austin, TX
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Texas Educator Certifications: Social Studies, GT, & Special Education
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Apple Certified Teacher: Keynote, Pages, Numbers, iMovie & GarageBand
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
HubSpot: Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Google: Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Certified Online Instructor: Alamo Colleges District, Northeast Lakeview College
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Protecting Human Research Participants (IRB)
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
College Board: AP World History certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Advanced Open Water Diver: PADI
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Texas Educator Certificates: Social Studies, GT, & Special Education Supplemental
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Apple Certified Teacher: Keynote, Pages, Numbers, iMovie & GarageBand
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
HubSpot: Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Google: Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Certified Online Instructor: Alamo Colleges District, Northeast Lakeview College
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
Protecting Human Research Participants (IRP)
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
PBS LearningMedia Training & Soundtrap
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
AP World History Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026
PADI Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Government, Software & Internet, Professional Services