Despina Baxevanakis

Despina Baxevanakis serves as an Emergent Bilingual Teacher at Evanston/Skokie School District 65 since August 2021, where Despina implements engaging ESL curricula and creates onboarding programs for new ESL students. Previously, as a Bilingual Special Education Teacher, Despina utilized data-driven systems to monitor student progress and manage caseloads effectively. Currently, as Outreach Director for the National Hellenic Student Association of North America, Despina builds partnerships with community agencies and schools across the U.S. Additional experience includes serving as Head Soccer Coach for Urban Initiatives and as a Student Teacher for Chicago Public Schools. Despina holds a degree in Early Childhood and Special Education from Loyola University Chicago.