Building Communities and Schools One Teacher at a Time
Building Communities and Schools One Teacher at a Time
About Transforming Teachers of Tomorrow
Our Mission
We believe that exceptional teachers are the catalyst for building equitable and excellent schools, which in turn serve as cornerstones for vibrant, united communities. Through innovative professional development, ongoing support, and a commitment to fostering inclusive classrooms, Transforming Teachers of Tomorrow aims to equip educators with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to shape the leaders, thinkers, and change-makers of tomorrow.
Our Values
Growth
We embrace the mindset that every individual is equipped with strengths, but also has areas of growth. We are committed to finding opportunities and resources to develop teachers, students and our communities.
Advocacy
We know student achievement is predicated on the success of parents and teachers. We advocate for students through parent support and teacher development.
Our Approach
Support for teachers
Individualized coaching
Whole group professional development
Teacher wellness
Our topics include but are not limited to: presenting instructional content, classroom management, culturally relevant pedagogy, lesson planning and time management.
Advocacy for Parents
We provide support for parents with academic and behavioral conferences and individualized education programs.
Strategic planning for School teams
We create innovative structures for school based leadership teams to create, refine and reflect on their school’s performance and culture.
Our Team
Sherise Gassery has been an educator for over 15 years in New Orleans public schools. She served as an elementary school teacher, instructional coach, academic dean and middle school assistant principal. She enjoys spending time with love ones, dancing and watching cheesy RomComs.
Dr. Nicole Boykins is a New Orleans native and a proud product of New Orleans public schools. She has been ad educator for over 15 years. She has served as a first grade teacher, instructional coach, elementary and middle school principal. Dr. Boykins enjoys reading, traveling and sampling exotic foods.