Russell West has a diverse work experience ranging from education to law. Russell worked at New Visions for Public Schools, starting in 2011, where they held various roles including Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Counsel, Deputy Director of Instruction, and Mathematics Instructional Specialist. Prior to that, they worked at Hillcrest High School as a Teacher & SLC Director from 2004 to 2011. Russell also has experience in the legal field, having worked as a Special Assistant Corporation Counsel at the New York City Law Department from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, they worked at Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions as a Center Director, Consultant, Trainer, and Teacher from 1995 to 2002. Russell started their career in education as a Composition Instructor at the University of Nevada Reno in 1992, and later served as an Admissions Officer and Scholarship Coordinator at the University of Southern California from 1988 to 1990.
Russell West's education history is as follows:
From 2017 to 2023, they pursued a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree in Instructional Leadership at Hunter College.
Between 2009 and 2011, they attended Baruch College and obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Educational Leadership and Supervision.
From 2004 to 2006, Russell West studied at St. John's University, where they earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in Adolescent Education, with a focus on Mathematics.
In 1999 to 2002, they enrolled in the University of Leicester, where they completed a Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in European Union Law.
Between 1994 and 1997, Russell West pursued a Doctor of Law (JD) degree at the University of Washington.
From 1990 to 1995, they attended the University of Nevada, Reno and earned a Master of Arts (MA) degree in English Language and Literature.
Lastly, from 1984 to 1988, they completed their undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California and obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History.
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