Colette Sims Owens

Colette Sims Owens is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in educational management and literacy development. Currently serving as Senior Manager Inclusive R&D at Magpie Literacy since March 2024, Colette previously held the role of Implementation Senior Manager at AERDF for Reading Reimagined. Other notable positions include Literacy Coach at Groves Learning Organization, Executive Director at Hiawatha Academies, and Director of Academic Strategy and Special Projects at Saint Louis Public Schools. Colette spent over eight years at Teach For America as Managing Director. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master of Arts in Special Education and Teaching from Webster University.