Teachia Turrentine

Success Navigator, MiEarly Apprentice

Teachia Turrentine is a program and people-centered professional with a background in talent development, professional growth, strategic initiatives, and organizational operations. Throughout her career, she has built programs, systems, and partnerships designed to help people navigate complex processes, access opportunities, and reach their full potential. She brings a strengths-based, relationship-centered approach to her work and is passionate about creating pathways that help people grow both personally and professionally. 

Most recently, Teachia served as Program Supervisor for Professional Growth with Detroit Public Schools Community District, where she led professional learning systems and initiatives. Her work included developing systems and processes, strengthening access to professional learning, managing state credentialing and compliance requirements, and collaborating across teams to improve employee experience.

 

Credentials: 

  • Lawrence Technological University - B.A. in English and Communications

  • Certificate in Technical and Professional Communication 

Fun Facts

  • Wife and proud mom of three beautiful daughters.

  • Three-time published author, including a children’s book she co-authored with her eldest daughter. 

  • A lefty who became ambidextrous through learning to do her own nails. 

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