Consultant Bio

Emily H. Lott is an experienced educator and consultant who believes that rigorous instruction and meaningful relationships are not mutually exclusive—they are essential partners in student and teacher success. With over a decade of experience in K–12 and higher education, she mentors educators to build confidence in applying new strategies, fosters reflective practice, and champions inclusive, data-informed decision-making.

As the English Language Arts Specialist for Hall County School District, Emily leads the development of innovative, standards-aligned curriculum for grades 9–12, supporting diverse learners through multimodal, digitally integrated instruction. Her leadership has shaped over 1,300 days of classroom-ready content and empowered teachers through collaborative design and coaching.

Nationally, Emily serves as a Lead Instructor and Consultant for The College Board, where she develops instructional resources, facilitates professional learning, and supports a global community of AP Research educators. Her consulting work with organizations like AdvanceKentucky and Mass Insight reflects her expertise in curriculum, assessment, and educator development.

Emily holds a doctorate from Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College, where her research focused on organizational learning and capacity-building. Whether designing curriculum or leading professional learning, she brings a thoughtful, relational approach that inspires educators to lead with both rigor and empathy.