Keisha Jackson

Background

Job Description

Microsoft has partnered directly with schools to support AI and computer science skilling for teachers through programs like Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE), Showcase Schools SCS), and Technology Education and Learning Support • MIEEs are visionary educators who are always learning, growing, and collaborating with others to create positive change in education. They use Microsoft technologies and innovative teaching practices to enhance student engagement, creativity, and collaboration. • The Microsoft Showcase Schools Program is an opportunity to engage with Microsoft and like-minded school leaders around the world to deepen and expand education transformation using the Education Transformation Framework. • Technology Education and Learning Support focuses on serving students excluded from learning CS because of race, gender, or geography. TEALS helps teachers learn to teach CS by pairing them with industry volunteers and proven curricula. As TEALS West Regional Lead and MIEE/SCS Lead, I manage teams of business program managers and engineer managers to implement strategy and engagement for tens of thousands on education partners across the world.

Company Description

Microsoft Corporation, commonly known as Microsoft, is an American multinational technology corporation which produces computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services headquartered at the Microsoft Redmond campus located in Redmond, Washington, United States.

Employment History

Organization: Microsoft Corporation Location: Redmond, WA Role: Business Program Lead, Philanthropies, 02/2021-present Role: Digital Community Manager, One Commercial Partner, 03/2018 – 02/2021 Organization: University of Washington – Foster School of Business Location: Seattle, WA Role: Assistant Director, Consulting & Business Development Center 03/2015 – 03/2018 Organization: Seattle University Location: Seattle, WA Role: Coordinator, Off-Campus Student Life 08/2012 – 06/2014 Organization: College Success Foundation Location: Issaquah, WA Role: Program Associate, Career & Alumni Services 04/2007 – 08/2012

Education

Master of Arts, Student Development Administration, Seattle University Bachelor of Arts, Sociology and Communication, Western Washington University

Mentoring Objectives & Scope

My focus in mentorship is to connect authentically with each student and build trust and rapport, and then understand the educational and professional goals and utilize my network and experience to help the student develop as a degree-seeking person and professional.

When and where do you hold meetings with your students?

Hybrid (mix of in-person and virtual) - For in-person meetings: Seattle University is a good location; A restaurant or coffee shop near campus or my office at Microsoft for a site visit.

Additional Information

Much of my professional career and community volunteerism has involved working with underrepresented students in the college to career pipeline. Below is the link to an AWESOME article that the Seattle Times featured me in during the Seattle U 125th anniversary campaign! https://www.seattletimes.com/explore/careers/strong-network-helps-students-overcome-imposter-syndrome/