Clara Monk

Clara Monk is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in community engagement, education, and the performing arts. Currently serving as the National Community Engagement Director at Reading Partners since July 2020, Clara has held various roles within the organization, including National Community Engagement Manager and Regional Community Engagement Manager. Clara also contributes to the Brooklyn Ballet as the Business and Personnel Coordinator and runs a private tutoring practice since January 2018. Additional roles include Company Artist at Sheep Meadow Dance Theater, Vail Dance Festival NYC Rehearsal Coordinator, Guest Faculty at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Company Manager at Duncan Lyle Dance, and Rehearsal Assistant at Dance Theatre of Harlem. Clara's earlier experience includes multiple positions at ArcSource Consulting Inc. and as an SAT/ACT Instructor at Veritas Prep. Clara holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Education Studies from Columbia University and is pursuing a Master of Public Administration and an Advanced Certificate in Quantitative Methods for Policy and Equity Analysis at Baruch College.