Mark Reardon rejoined Quantum Learning Network on August 1, 2008 in the newly-created position of Chief Operating Officer. Mark has enjoyed a long and highly distinguished career in education, including seven years (1989-1996) as Director of Training and Program Development at Quantum Learning Network.
Through experiences as a teacher, trainer, administrator and author Mark’s 23-year journey in education has focused on discovering what really works in teaching and learning. In 1999, Mark co-authored Quantum Teaching – Orchestrating Student Success with QLN president, Bobbi DePorter, and Sarah Singer-Nourie.
Prior to rejoining QLN, Mark became the founding principal of Classical Academy High School in Escondido, California, a school dedicated to partnering with parents in preparing a personalized learning environment for students that encourages competent, life-long learners ready for college, career, and citizenship.
His career also includes administrative, teaching, consulting and entrepreneurial roles in education. Mark is a much sought after educational conference and seminar speaker. Recent conference appearances include the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, National Staff Development Council, Career and Technical Education, Association of Christian Schools, International Alliance for Learning, and the Brain Expo.
He also has co-authored the following books: HotTips for Teachers, HotTips for Speakers, HotTips for Facilitators, Strategies for Great Teaching, and Put Me In, Coach!
At QLN, Mark will bring his broad knowledge, boundless energy and spirited enthusiasm for improving the quality of education through discovering what works. Welcome back Mark!