Breonne LaSalle

Senior Specialist, Southwest

blasalle@niet.org

Breonne LaSalle is an accomplished educational leader with over 17 years of experience championing equity and excellence in K-12 education. Known for her ability to lead large-scale, complex initiatives, she excels at strategic vision setting, building high-performing teams, and developing multi-year academic strategies that drive systemic improvements. Breonne’s career spans impactful roles, including Instructional Coach, Literacy Coordinator, Executive Instructional Coach, Director of New Teacher Programs, and Senior Director of Network Support.

Passionate about fostering sustainable change, she partners with school system leaders to advance student outcomes and create transformative, equitable solutions on a national scale. Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Executive Leadership in Education at the University of Holy Cross, Breonne also holds a Master’s from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Bachelor’s from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. A proud New Orleans native, she inspires growth and lives by the motto, “Let the Good Times Roll!”

Why are you passionate about working at NIET?

I am passionate about working at NIET because I believe that every child deserves access to a high-quality education, and every educator deserves the opportunity to develop their skills and practice in order to educate students successfully. The work we do at NIET allows me to ensure that educators are equipped with the tools, support, and confidence they need to create meaningful learning experiences for their students. For me, this is more than a profession—it is a calling.

What do you do in your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy traveling and experiencing new cultures, which always broadens my perspective and deepens my appreciation for the diversity of people and ideas. I value time spent with close friends and family, as those relationships keep me grounded and inspired. I also seek out ways to connect with and give back to underserved communities, because I believe service is a meaningful way to live out the values I bring to my work as an educator.

Who is your favorite teacher?

My favorite teacher will always be my mother. As a child’s first teacher, she modeled patience, compassion, and a love for lifelong learning. She not only guided me academically but she taught me to value resilience, to listen before leading, and to see the potential in every child.

Her influence shapes how I show up for educators and students today: with high expectations, a nurturing spirit, and an unwavering belief that growth is possible for everyone. I feel privileged to carry her legacy as an educator, and her influence continues to inspire the way I approach my work with educators and students.