Jeffry Martin

Specialist, West Region

Jeff Martin brings more than 15 years of experience as an educator and school leader committed to strengthening teaching and learning. Throughout his career with the Osborn Elementary School District, he has served as a classroom teacher, NIET TAP Mentor Teacher, assistant principal, and principal. These experiences have given him a deep appreciation for the impact that strong instructional leadership, collaborative coaching, and educator development have on student success.

Before joining NIET, Jeffry served as principal of Clarendon Elementary School, where he led school improvement efforts that raised the school's performance from a C to a B rating, increased enrollment through strong community partnerships, and earned recognition as an A+ School of Excellence. His leadership has been recognized with the 2024–25 National Milken Educator Award and the 2025 Maricopa County Exemplary Principal Award.

As a Specialist on NIET's West team, Jeffry partners with schools and districts to strengthen instructional leadership, develop educator capacity, and implement systems that support continuous improvement. Drawing on his experiences, he is committed to advancing NIET's mission of building educator excellence so that every student has the opportunity for success.

Jeffry holds a Bachelor of Arts from Purdue University and master's degrees in Secondary Education and Educational Administration and Supervision from Arizona State University.

Why are you passionate about working at NIET?

I am passionate about working at NIET because I believe every student deserves access to an excellent education. Every student should have the opportunity to learn in an environment that prepares them for multiple pathways to success in life. NIET's mission to build educator excellence so that all students have the opportunity for success deeply aligns with my own values. By supporting and empowering educators, we can create meaningful, lasting opportunities for students and help ensure every child has the foundation to reach their full potential.

What do you do in your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends, trying new recipes in the kitchen, and staying active by playing tennis. I also love traveling internationally and experiencing different cultures, cuisines, and destinations whenever I have the opportunity.