Preparing NY’s Next Generation of School Leaders
CITE Professors: Senior Practitioners Preparing New York’s Next Generation of School Leaders
One of the defining strengths of CITE’s programs is the caliber of the professors who lead them. Our faculty is composed entirely of senior‑level practitioners and recently retired, high‑performing educators from New York City, Long Island, and Westchester. These are not theorists removed from the day‑to‑day realities of schools—they are the people who have lived the work, shaped policy, led buildings, and supported districts through real challenges.
Every CITE professor brings:
- Extensive experience in schools or district offices
- Advanced degrees and specialized certifications
- A distinguished record of service and leadership
- Deep understanding of the complexities facing today’s educators
This practitioner‑driven model is intentional. It ensures that every student in a CITE program learns from someone who has walked the path they aspire to follow.
Rigorous Training for a Rigorous Program
Before teaching a single corse, every CITE professor undergoes initial and intensive training that covers:
- State and national standards
- Curriculum structure and expectations
- Adult learning theory and facilitation
- Progressive hybrid delivery models
This training is not a one‑time orientation. It is iterative and ongoing, occurring at least twice each year. Professors continually refine their practice based on:
- Updated standards
- New research
- Student performance data
- Feedback from seminars
- Shifts in school and district needs
This ensures that CITE’s programs remain current, relevant, and aligned with the realities of the field.
Senior-Level Faculty Leaders Ensuring Consistency and Excellence
CITE also employs specially trained senior professors who serve as instructional leaders within the faculty. Their responsibilities include:
- Ensuring consistency across all sections of each course
- Updating curriculum to reflect evolving best practices
- Aligning instruction with university and state expectations
- Supporting professors as they analyze student work and feedback
- Leading professional learning for faculty
- Facilitating seminars and test‑prep sessions to close learning gaps
This creates a powerful cycle of continuous improvement. Student feedback informs faculty practice. Faculty insights inform curriculum updates. Senior professors ensure alignment and coherence across the entire program.
The result is a preparation model where no student falls through the cracks and every learner receives a complete, high‑quality experience.
Spotlight: Professor Renee Peart
One of the standout examples of CITE’s faculty excellence is Renee Peart, a respected and seasoned school leader whose career spans decades of service in New York City schools.
Renee has served as:
- A highly effective NYC principal known for building strong school cultures
- A district‑level instructional leader supporting school improvement
- A mentor to emerging administrators across multiple boroughs
- A specialist in developing teacher leadership and collaborative teams
She holds advanced degrees in educational leadership and is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex theory into practical, actionable strategies for adult learners.
At CITE, Renee is known for:
- Her deep commitment to equity and student‑centered leadership
- Her ability to connect with aspiring administrators at every stage
- Her skill in grounding coursework in real‑world scenarios
- Her leadership in supporting new professors and strengthening curriculum alignment
Renee embodies the CITE model: experienced, reflective, student‑focused, and relentlessly committed to developing the next generation of school leaders.
Why This Matters for Students
When students enroll in a CITE program, they gain access to:
- Real‑world expertise
- Practical strategies they can use immediately
- Mentorship from seasoned leaders
- A curriculum that evolves with the profession
- A faculty team that collaborates to ensure no gaps in learning
This is why CITE graduates consistently stand out in schools and districts across New York. They are prepared not only academically, but professionally and practically.
