Marie Smith

Marie Smith is a seasoned educational professional with extensive experience in integrating technology into teaching practices. Currently serving as the Strategic Professional Learning Manager at Newsela since June 2021, Marie leads the implementation of innovative professional learning solutions in collaboration with district leaders. Prior to this role, Marie was a Professional Learning Manager at Newsela, where responsibilities included designing professional development for educators. With a background as an Educational Technology Specialist and Elementary School Teacher at Mesa Public Schools, Marie has a strong foundation in curriculum development and technology integration, underscored by a Bachelor of Education from Ottawa University.