CASSIE GARE

DIRECTOR

Cassie is a Director in Kitamba’s New York office. Prior to joining Kitamba, she spent several years on the Network Operations team at KIPP NYC, most recently as Regional Director of School Operations, where she worked to ensure the efficient, safe, and welcoming operations of KIPP’s middle and high schools. Cassie began her career teaching middle school special education in DC Public Schools, where she also sat on the Chancellor’s Teacher’s Cabinet and served as a Teachers Central to Leadership Fellow. She holds a BSFS in Culture and Politics from Georgetown University, and an MA in Education Policy from Teachers College, Columbia University. Cassie believes in the transformative power of an enriching and high quality education, and is excited to partner with like-minded organizations to help promote greater access to opportunities for students nationwide.