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Emily Farkas

@emilyfarkas

I build character education programs, curriculum, and teacher-preparation initiatives that improve learning and leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to expand my impact through program development, instructional design, character education, and values-driven leadership that strengthens learning for educators, school leaders, and teacher candidates.

At Grand Canyon University, I lead the Canyon Center for Character Education, developing its virtual learning hub, courses, professional learning initiatives, applied research, and grant-funded programming.

I've spent 20+ years advancing teacher preparation, curriculum, accreditation, and K–12 instruction. I bring experience leading cross-functional teams, mentoring teacher candidates, designing learning experiences, and building values-driven programs that support educators and school leaders.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Program Director, Canyon Center for Character Education

Current

Grand Canyon University

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 8 months)

Lead development and expansion of the Canyon Center for Character Education, including virtual learning hub design, course development, and professional learning initiatives. Direct program SMEs, course revision cycles, and content development aligned to character education and leadership frameworks.

Virtual Learning Course Development Professional Learning Program Management Grant Management Applied Research Stakeholder Communication

Current

Adjunct Faculty & Faculty Supervisor

Current

Grand Canyon University

Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 8 months)

Teach undergraduate coursework focused on elementary education and English Language Learners. Mentor teacher candidates through student teaching, providing evaluations, feedback, and instructional support.

Teaching Mentor Student Teaching Evaluation Feedback Instructional Support

Assistant Director of Academic Programs

Grand Canyon University

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Led program improvement and teacher candidate performance through data-driven continuous improvement aligned to state and national standards. Served as curriculum leader for elementary, secondary, and advanced programs; authored accreditation submissions.

Accreditation Curriculum Leadership Collaboration

Academic Program Manager

Grand Canyon University

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 11 months)

Managed daily operations and program project management for the College of Education. Coordinated ADE program submissions and university assessment reviews.

Project Management Program Operations Assessment Coordination

Lead Curriculum Developer

Grand Canyon University

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 11 months)

Served as primary liaison with external clients and internal leadership to maximize curriculum development efficiency. Led program review, assessment, and improvement processes; managed course revisions with SMEs, designers, and faculty.

Curriculum Development Program Review Assessments Course Revision Stakeholder Management Problem Solving

Curriculum Developer

Grand Canyon University

Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 11 months)

Designed and revised curriculum using instructional design principles. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with standards, objectives, and program goals.

Instructional Design Curriculum Design Collaboration Standards Alignment

Language Arts Teacher, Grades 7–8

Alta Loma Elementary School, Peoria Unified School District

Jun 2008 - Jun 2013 (5 years)

Delivered language arts instruction using Holt and Read180 programs; integrated Smart Board technology. Led junior high newspaper and National Junior Honor Society.

Language Instruction Read180 Student Mentoring

English Teacher, Grades 9–12

Baar-Madas Református Gimnázium

Jul 2010 - Jul 2011 (1 year)

Taught English at multiple proficiency levels; tutored students and teachers preparing for contests and language mastery. Led high school English newspaper and participated in cultural exchange initiatives.

English Teaching Tutoring Cultural Exchange

Reading Teacher (Grade 7); Writing Teacher (Grade 6)

Bicentennial North School, Glendale Elementary School Distri

Jul 2003 - Jun 2008 (4 years 11 months)

Delivered reading and writing instruction using Smart Board and Language! intervention program. Served as Team Leader and Gifted Strand Teacher; led school newspaper in Title I after-school program.

Reading Instruction Writing Instruction Language Program Team Leadership