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Summary
Motivating and talented educational technology specialist driven to inspire others to pursue academic and personal excellence. Strives to create a challenging and engaging learning environment in which those I teach and train become life-long scholars and learners.Detail-oriented problem-solver with superb communication, interpersonal and organizational strengths with a track record of optimizing instructional technology productivity. Well-developed team-building and leadership abilities with experience in training and coaching co-workers, teachers, and other staff members.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Technology Specialist
New York University
08.2007 - Current
- Provides assistance and leadership in planning the integration of curriculum-based technology in District instructional programs for K-12 teachers and students.
- Plans, coordinates, schedules and teaches school-level, District-wide, and state-wide (TCEA) instructional technology workshops, in-service training, staff development sessions and other opportunities to assist with technology integration.
- Assists in the implementation of a technology curriculum that aligns with national and state standards and promotes 21st Century skills.
- Researches and consults with peers, principals and teachers regarding technology resources, emerging technologies, and media resources. Summarizes and reports recommendations to principals and Director of Technology.
- Create and model best practices for technology integration in all content areas.
- Assist with planning and conducting periodic needs assessment/evaluations related to the technology requirements of the district.
PACE Science Teacher
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Used a variety of technology-rich teaching techniques to increase student engagement and encourage student critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Employed collaborative and social skills techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
Instructional Technology Specialist
FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2001 - 06.2006
- Served on the Fort Bend ISD Long-Range Technology Planning Committee.
- Oversaw and maintained two computer labs and all school technology for a staff of over one hundred and a student population of over one thousand.
- Created and maintained the campus website. Edited and published the monthly campus newsletter to inform parents and the community of campus curricular initiatives.
Eighth Grade Science Teacher
FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.1997 - 06.2001
- Fostered teamwork, collaboration and professional learning as team leader of an eighth grade interdisciplinary team and as chair of the science department.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to develop students' scientific skills and engage all learners.
Sixth/ Seventh Grade Science Teacher
NORTH FOREST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.1992 - 05.1997
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN2011
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biology
Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TXSkills
- Natural leader
- Curriculum development
- Exceptional written and verbal communicator
- Innovative teaching methods
- Innovative thinker
- Effective use of multi-media teaching tools
Accomplishments
- Headed an interdisciplinary team of teachers at the middle school level for eight years.
- Created and delivered training to inter-departmental teams on various campuses to ensure smooth implementation of many technology initiatives including the current mobile learning initiative.
- Coordinated and conducted well-received technology-related professional development courses for all staff types as evidenced by above average evaluations.
- Chaired the science department of a junior high campus for three years that included developing and maintaining budgets, schedules, trainings and evaluations.
- Served as a mentor for secondary science teachers and educational technology specialists.
Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite: Versions 2010 and 2013 (Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Certified)
- Multimedia Platforms: Microsoft Live Movie Maker, PhotoStory 3, Camtasia Studio, SnagIt, Audacity
- Desktop/ Website Publishing Software: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Fireworks, Adobe Dreamweaver, Microsoft Publisher
- Internet Applications: Web 2.0 presentation and productivity tools
- Mobile Learning Applications: Apple and Android Apps and devices
- Basic networking and troubleshooting skills
Affiliations
Texas Computer Education Association
International Society for Technology in Education
Timeline
Educational Technology Specialist
New York University
08.2007 - Current
PACE Science Teacher
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2007
Instructional Technology Specialist
FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2001 - 06.2006
Eighth Grade Science Teacher
FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.1997 - 06.2001
Sixth/ Seventh Grade Science Teacher
NORTH FOREST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.1992 - 05.1997
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Walden University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biology
Prairie View A & M University