Kristal Shropshire

What are some of the responsibilities in your current role?

I serve as a liaison between program staff and legal counsel on all employment-related legal matters.  I also support our internal web-based platform in an effort to maintain content on an ongoing basis.  My responsibilities also include record keeping and Benefits administration, including managing day-to-day Human Capital administrative operations, and maintaining the employee records database as well as working with my colleagues to oversee benefits administration such as annual enrollments. 

What impact have you had in your current role?

My work aids in the administrative functions that sustain TNTP's infrastructure.  I provide internal support to my colleagues who manage the recruitment, training, and education reform work on the ground.  I'm honored and privileged to have the opportunity to be a very small part of making sure all students receive the high-quality education they deserve.

What challenges or barriers have you experienced working in education reform?

I’ve found that folks have strong opinions on education reform but typically want to continue doing what’s comfortable instead of pushing the envelope for what will truly evoke change. I’m honored to work for an organization that’s not afraid to voice innovative and strategic education reform and put a stake in the ground for creating ways to make that change.

What do you like most about TNTP?

Undoubtedly, it is my colleagues. It’s so important to have people around you with the same drive, focus and commitment to excellence. It keeps me excited about the work we’re doing at TNTP.