About Naima Richardson
Naima Richardson is the Senior Director for Science of Reading Partnerships.
Before joining LE, Naima served public schools for 20 years as a teacher, instructional coach, and assistant principal in New York City and the District of Columbia. In her most recent role as Assistant Principal/Instructional Coach, she provided professional development and weekly debriefs that led her teacher team through a curriculum restructuring, resulting in improved student performance on state assessments. Naima holds a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Baruch College and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Politics, and Advocacy from New York University.
Naima’s educational experiences in public schools, Prep for Prep 9 and boarding school showed her the importance of igniting students’ potential while providing strategic support. Naima’s support currently comes from her family and friends who encourage her to dance, travel and participate in the occasional thrill-seeking activity.
Before joining LE, Naima served public schools for 20 years as a teacher, instructional coach, and assistant principal in New York City and the District of Columbia. In her most recent role as Assistant Principal/Instructional Coach, she provided professional development and weekly debriefs that led her teacher team through a curriculum restructuring, resulting in improved student performance on state assessments. Naima holds a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Baruch College and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Politics, and Advocacy from New York University.
Naima’s educational experiences in public schools, Prep for Prep 9 and boarding school showed her the importance of igniting students’ potential while providing strategic support. Naima’s support currently comes from her family and friends who encourage her to dance, travel and participate in the occasional thrill-seeking activity.
