Dr Esther Zirbel

Speaker Summary

As a first-generation high-school graduate, Esther Zirbel earned five degrees, including an award-winning PhD in astrophysics from Yale. As a professor, she discovered a passion for teaching and learning. To leave a larger impact, she first transitioned to teacher education and then to coaching professors. She founded the nonprofit organization, Padme Learning, with the mission to transform how we educate learners of all backgrounds. In addition to earning community college degrees, our students work in credit-bearing internships. Our training program helps them connect theory with practice and ensures they learn the essential skills necessary to advance in 21st-century careers.

Areas of Expertise

Coaching – Teaching and Learning