David Donaldson

David Donaldson is an experienced educator currently serving as a 5th Grade Teacher at Summit School since August 2023. Prior to this role, David was an English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher at the International School of Zug and Luzern from August 2020 to August 2023. David has also worked as a Self-Employed Education Professional, providing organizational and program planning guidance to non-profit and school leadership from January 2019 to July 2020. Other significant roles include Director of Strategic Initiatives for Leadership Development at DC Public Schools, Senior Program Policy Specialist at the NEA, and Vice President of Programs at the NEA Foundation, where David focused on leadership development and educational innovation. David's earlier experience includes leadership roles at the U.S. Fund for UNICEF, Peace Corps, and Two Rivers Public Charter School, along with a solid academic background in education and nonprofit management from various institutions.