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Lisa L. Daniels
High Quality Educational Advocate
Lisa L. Daniels
Smith College
B.A. Government
studied Afro-American Studies
American University
M.Ed. in Education Policy & Leadership
currently completing
Ed.D. in Education Policy and Leadership (2025)
Certified Human Rights Consultant at the
U.S. Institute for Diplomacy and Human Rights
Academic Fitness Coach
Motivational Speaker
About
MY BACKGROUND
Lisa Lynee’ Daniels was raised in the Birmingham Metropolitan Area and is a proud product of First Baptist Church Graymont and the Bessemer City Schools System. She earned her bachelor's in Government and Africana studies at Smith College and her master’s in Education Policy and Leadership from American University.
As a fierce advocate for expanding educational ecosystems, Lisa has served as a teacher for the past 10 years in public, private, and public charter schools. Lisa has researched and trained as a Gates Millennium Scholar, Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellow, Urban Education Fellow, LeAnna Brown Fellow, Congressional Black Caucus Intern, Teach for America Corps member, and National Parks Service Teacher Ranger Teacher at the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. Lisa is also a certified Human Rights Consultant with the U.S. Institute for Diplomacy and Human Rights.
Lisa Lynee’ Daniels is the daughter of Rev. James Daniels, Jr. and Mrs. Ava Daniels. Lisa is a member of the Bessemer Historic Society, Bessemer Coalition for Black History, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The National Hook-up of Black Women, and Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. In the fall, Lisa will start her doctorate (Ed.D) at American University.
Education
Experience
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
WHERE I’VE WORKED
2004-2008
Jess Lanier High School - Top Ten
Gates Millennium Scholar
2009-2010
Alabama -District 7
Congressional Black Caucus
2008-2012
Smith College
Government & Afro-American Studies
Dean's List
Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellow
Urban Education Fellow
Black Students' Alliance
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
2011
University of Oxford, Trinity College
Shakespeare & Short Story Writing
2012-2014
Teach for America, Corps Member
American & British Literature Teacher
2014-2017
YES Prep Brays Oaks
United States History Teacher
Introduction to Rhetoric & Composition Teacher
Choir Teacher
2022
American University
Master's in Education, Policy, and Leadership
2022
Human Rights Consultant Certification
U.S. Institute for Diplomacy and Human Rights
2025
2017- 2018
KIPP Houston High School
United States History Teacher
2018-2022
The Altamont School
Civics & Government Teacher
American University
EdD in Education, Policy, and Leadership
Content and Skills
WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE
Certified Teaching Skills in Public & Charter Schools
Content Writing & Editing
Microsoft and Mac Programs
Google Drive
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing & Management
Web Design
Video Production
Political Commentator
Fundraising & Event Planning
Awards
WHERE I SHINE
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Gates Millennium Scholar, Jess Lanier High School
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Urban Education Fellow, Smith College
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Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellow, Smith College
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James C. Barton Faculty/Staff Leadership Award, The Altamont School
Interests
Beyond the Day to Day
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Investigative Journalism
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Photography
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Travel
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Baking Cupcakes
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Civil Rights Advocacy
Academic Fitness Coach
Teachers do an incredible job to support students during the day and parents do the hard work of providing for students needs by working a job or giving other forms of care. Who's there to support and tutor your kid through projects and tests throughout the semester? Who's regularly working to keep your student organized so that they can be on the right track to be a competitive college applicant? Try me!
As a teacher, I was able to provide my students who had limited access to this type of skill building. As an academic fitness coach for individuals and cohorts of students, I can expand my range of support to your student and help your student get on the honor roll and stay on the honor roll. Please contact me for appointment and I'll start working to help make sure your student is successful.
There is a $30 non-refundable fee for the 1st 1 hour meeting with student strengths analysis. I'm not in it for the income but I'm it for the outcome, so I'll work with your family from month to provide sessions that are specifically tailored to your student's needs. I can also provide services to undergraduate students so I'll support your student's success to and through college!
Motivational Speaker
I am the first Black woman from Bessemer, Alabama to graduate from Smith College and founder of Africana Culture and Excellence of Alabama. I am a writer, a speaker, a researcher, a world traveler, a poet and an activist, I promise to provide you with an exemplary and memorable experience. If want a soul stirring message for any occasion at church, school, family function, or your company, I would be happy to speak on the topic at hand and provide inspirational support to your audience.
There is a $50 non-refundable fee to save the date upon confirmation and an additional charge for travel/lodging as necessary. If your group is not able to pay the full portion, please reach out to me anyway and we'll find a sponsor or develop a payment plan.
Video Editing and Web Design
Contact me for a consultation to see how I can fulfill your video editing, web design, and analytic support. Here is a link to the Marvel City Productions youtube and note that I can develop promotional and documentary style videos to support your business.
Video Editing Experience Includes:
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Educational Consultants
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Sermons/Churches
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Black History
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Community Events