Amy Thomsen
Hamilton
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in professional development initiatives at TechLink. Expertise in e-learning development and project management, successfully designing a Learning Management System with over 90% satisfaction in event coordination. Proven ability to analyze educational needs and foster collaboration, delivering impactful learning experiences for diverse audiences. Highly skilled in software design, development, and team leadership, consistently meeting deadlines and improving efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Lead
TechLink
Bozeman
01.2024 - Current
- Cross-functional team lead for professional development including design, execution, management, and sustainment for staff, Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD).
- Established and maintained an employee onboarding program.
- I have conducted a Needs Analysis, Gap Analysis, and have designed professional development experiences internally and externally.
- I have analyzed data on the current courses that spanned over a 4 year period for equity, validity, and fairness on assessments to provide high quality learning.
Director of Professional Development
Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC)
Washington
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Created, curated, and designed the first Learning Management System for the FLC.
- Updated crucial resources to an interactive app format.
- Coordinated the 2022-2024 FLC National Meetings in virtual format and in-person format with over 90% satisfaction from survey results.
- Managed associates with project management through Asana.
- Conducted committee meetings with several subcommittees.
- Developed and managed a $600,000 budget.
- Created career pathways for technology transfer professionals with sub-tasks and identified gaps.
- Led webinars for further professional development opportunities.
- Developed a 5-year Education Plan and met each goal.
- Led a micro-credential initiative to be implemented at both the FLC and the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM).
- Coordinated a Needs Analysis to identify educational content for our members.
5th and 6th Grade Teacher and Mentor
Ross Middle School
Hamilton
01.2003 - 01.2021
- Exceeded state standardized testing scores year over year.
- Member of the Ohio Race to the Top Transformation Team, focusing on collaboration throughout the state to align with National Assessment Standards.
- Participated in the Building Leadership Committee to identify areas of concern with students and staff and present them to the administration.
- Served on the Technology Committee to identify and review new tools for the school.
- Presenter at the High AIMS Institute (2014, 2019), SECO (2019), and NSTA (2016, 2019).
- Mentor to the Science Olympiad Team.
- Developed the 6th-grade English Language Arts and Science curriculum.
- Trained staff on new tools and technology throughout the district.
- Collaborated with the Butler County Educational Service Center to enhance science curriculum.
Professional Trainer and Consultant
JASON.org
Ashburn
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Developed a curriculum for their online science programs.
- I participated in and mentored during the Argonaut Experience.
Instructor
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Assisted instruction for the Reading Endorsement Program for practicing teachers.
- Assessed student performance.
- I communicated with students who were not performing, and I offered mentorship.
- Syllabus construction and developed timelines.
Education
Doctorate (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Miami University
Ohio08-2023
Mini MBA Certificate - Micro-credential
Miami University
Ohio05-2019
Special Education Alternative Licensure Program -
Miami University
Ohio08-2008
Masters - Elementary Education
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH08-2006
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education with Reading Endorsement
Miami University
Ohio05-2003
Skills
- Project management tools
- Learning management systems
- E-learning development
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Game development software
- Certification badges
- Virtual meeting platforms
- Creative design applications
- Event management software
- AI-driven chat solutions
Additional Professional Experience
- Instructor, University of Cincinnati
- Professional Trainer and Consultant, JASON.org
- Consultant, Butler County Educational Service Center, Ohio Department of Education
Timeline
Professional Development Lead
TechLink
01.2024 - Current
Director of Professional Development
Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC)
01.2021 - 01.2024
Professional Trainer and Consultant
JASON.org
01.2015 - 07.2018
Instructor
University of Cincinnati
08.2013 - 08.2015
5th and 6th Grade Teacher and Mentor
Ross Middle School
01.2003 - 01.2021
Doctorate (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Miami University
Mini MBA Certificate - Micro-credential
Miami University
Special Education Alternative Licensure Program -
Miami University
Masters - Elementary Education
Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Childhood Education with Reading Endorsement
Miami University
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