Shane A. Joseph

Background

About Shane A. Joseph

Shane Joseph is the Student Recruitment & Partnerships Manager at Bottom Line, where he supports first generation college students in their journey to degree attainment and meaningful, mobilizing careers. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Shane earned a Bachelor’s in Sociology & Black Studies at The City College of New York. While there, his experience as a Breakthrough Collaborative Teaching Fellow, combined with the investment and guidance of influential teachers, ignited his passion for education. He began his career in the classroom, serving as a middle school math teacher in his hometown. Simultaneously, he earned a master’s degree at Relay Graduate School of Education. His commitment to innovative teaching methods and data-driven interventions yielded remarkable results, with his students consistently achieving over 70% proficiency on NY state tests. Before transitioning to higher education, Shane served as an Instructional Coach and Educational Consultant for curriculum development. Currently, Shane recruits a cohort of 700+ students, overseeing the strategy, execution, and partnerships that shape each cohort. As a first-generation college student, Shane has experienced the transformative power of a college education. Thus, he strives to create more access, opportunities, and exposure for first-gen students of color, like himself.