Candice Cooper

Urban Teachers DC

Candice Cooper seizes incredible opportunities to grow as a teacher and as an investor in building collaborative learning environments, most recently at Friendship PCS: Chamberlain Campus and supporting the entire 8-school network as well. In the past, she has facilitated professional development sessions, used targeted high-leverage instructional practices and increased student growth. Candice is in education because she has a passion for guiding individuals through the learning process, in addition to an excitement for the material she presents. She encourages learning by creating a safe environment that allows people to take risks and partake in stimulating conversation about concepts being presented. During Mrs. Cooper’s career with Friendship Public Charter School she has held the position of Grade Level Lead, Instructional Performance Coach and Master Teacher. She has also assisted in writing a comprehensive summer program curriculum for multiple grade levels. Candice strives for distinguished teaching, coaching and continued professional growth every day. She wants to create an atmosphere that fosters learning, but to also be a part of a reciprocal process of constructive feedback to improve practices that best support teachers and students. Mrs. Cooper is currently an Assistant Director with Urban Teachers DC.