Drew Atchison has a diverse work experience in the education field. Drew started their career as a Substitute Teacher at Albemarle County Schools in 2008. From 2009 to 2013, they worked as a Summer School Teacher and Science Teacher at District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS), where they gained hands-on experience in implementing urban education policies and teaching various science courses.
In 2009, Drew also served as a Student Teacher at Lafayette High School.
Drew then worked as an Education Pioneer Fellow at the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in 2014, evaluating the impact of grants and loans given to charter schools.
From 2012 to 2015, Drew was a Graduate Research Assistant at George Washington University, conducting research on education finance and analyzing trends in educational expenditures.
In 2015, they joined Digital Promise as a Marketplace and Communications Researcher, conducting qualitative and quantitative research for the Pilot-to-Purchase Study.
Drew then worked at the American Institutes for Research, starting as a Research Associate in 2015 and later becoming a Researcher in 2016.
Lastly, from 2017 to 2018, they served as an Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University.
Overall, Drew Atchison's work experience showcases their expertise in research, evaluation, education policy, and teaching in the education sector.
Drew Atchison completed a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Biology and Chemistry, respectively, from William & Mary between 2003 and 2009. From 2012 to 2017, Drew pursued an Ed.D. degree in Education Policy at The George Washington University.
April 1, 2024 - present
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October, 2016
September, 2015