Emily Ritter-
Experience
Freelance Editor
2006-present
•Meticulous editor of fiction and non-fiction books, e-commerce content, blogs, academic
articles, news features, and K-12 curriculum
Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth
Instructor
•I teach grammar and reading courses for gifted students in grades 2-7
2018-present
Challenger School Foundation-
Curriculum and Training Specialist – Corporate Office
•Wrote and edited G1-G5 curriculum for a network of 25 schools across 5 states
•Wrote, edited, and presented training at monthly and annual corporate training events
•Designed and implemented ongoing training plans for new teachers and program directors
Headmaster – Silverado Campus
•Wrote, edited, and presented annual corporate training and curriculum for K-G5 teachers
•Supervised all school employees including teachers, directors, secretaries, and support staff
Program Director – Lone Mountain Campus
•Wrote, edited, and presented monthly and annual corporate training and curriculum for teachers
•Responsible for quality and accuracy of curriculum delivery in first preschool and then
kindergarten through fifth grade
Elementary Teacher – Lone Mountain Campus
•Planned and taught lessons following a classical curriculum
Month9Books-
Editor
•Evaluated submissions for acquisition, managed a team of 10 beta readers, and copy edited
manuscripts
Wings of Hope-
Editor
•Edited newsletters, flyers, mailers, and other collateral materials for a medical aviation charity
Orchard Farm and Cobb County School Districts
English Teacher
•Planned and taught high school English and journalism courses
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Marietta Daily Journal
Copy Editor
•Edited news articles and lifestyle features on tight deadlines
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Education
Journalism Education Certificate
Master of Arts in Teaching English
Bachelor of Arts in English
University of Missouri
Kennesaw State University
Truman State University
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