Eric M. Rhoades

Background

About Eric M. Rhoades

With a career dedicated to shaping the future of education and the workforce, I am a seasoned professional committed to driving transformative change within the realm of teaching, learning, and leadership. My journey as an educator and leader has spanned over three decades, and I am fueled by the relentless pursuit of fostering excellence and growth within educational and workforce landscapes. Most recently, I served as the Secondary Science Educational Specialist for Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS) in Virginia. My responsibilities included leadership development for administrators and teachers, professional learning and coaching teachers, curriculum design and development, and program creation and planning. Prior to serving in HCPS, I served in roles such as Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Richmond Public Schools, Director for Science and Health Education for the Virginia Department of Education, and the Director for the Virginia Initiative for Science Teaching and Achievement at George Mason University, as well as serving as a middle and high school science teacher for more than a decade. I have a BS in Biology with a minor in Chemistry and a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership. With a career spanning over 30 years in education serving in varying roles and organizations, my experience, expertise, and networks allow me to support my partners to reach their goals.