Ayana Peterson

Instructional Leader Fellow

As an Instructional Leader Fellow, Ayana works with the Executive Director to improve and refine the Jounce coaching model and leads training for teachers across Jounce partner schools.

Before joining Jounce, Ayana worked as an elementary school teacher at various charter schools in Philadelphia. Additionally, she served as a long-term substitute teacher, in which she taught children across multiple subjects and grade levels. Through these experiences, she has learned the power of strong instruction, skillful management, and joyful experiences in helping students achieve their goals.

Ayana holds a BA in English from Haverford College and a Master of Educational Leadership degree from the University of North Texas.