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Liz Huggin

Liz Huggin

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Educator and Instructor who is familiar with industry operations through real-world experience. Offering strong communication and collaboration skills. Seeking to leverage hands-on experience and education to build long-term career in education technology field.

  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
  • Experienced Developer with 5 years of experience in creating programs based on specific requirements. Adaptable, diligent and knowledgeable in instruction and curriculum.

Skills

  • Technology integration
  • Curriculum design
  • Instructional design
  • Project Management
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Performance optimization
  • Written and verbal communication

Work History

Secondary English Instructor

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2021 - Current
  • Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
  • Implemented different technologies such as Kami, Adobe Spark, and Canva and more to engage students in class instruction and diversify approaches.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting curriculum and Virginia's core educational standards.
  • Collaborated with media specialists to achieve student growth and development in require literacy skills.
  • Managed 120-150 students each day using data to track progress, goals, and progress in reading.

Secondary English Instructor

Poquoson City Public Schools
Poquoson, VA
08.2017 - 06.2021
  • Implemented new digital technologies into classroom, boosting student understanding of subject matter 85%.
  • Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
  • Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.

Curriculum Writer

Virginia Department Of Education
Richmond, VA
2019 - 2020
  • Analyzed effectiveness of curriculum already in place.
  • Designed detailed plans to help teachers introduce new technology into classrooms.
  • Organized, scheduled and facilitated unit courses based on need.
  • Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
  • Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
  • Provided subject matter expertise on secondary English courses, materials and lesson plans.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.

Tiered System & Support

Poquoson City Public Schools
Poquoson, VA
2019 - 2021
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Worked with colleagues to create prototypes of new designs and training materials.
  • Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
  • Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.

Project Based Learning

Poquoson City Schools
Poquoson, VA
2019 - 2021
  • Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
    Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Swim Coach and Instructor

Poquoson Parks And Recreation
Poquoson, VA
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Used data to track and improve athlete progress
  • Analyzed data to build effective meets and training programs
  • Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
  • Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
  • Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
  • Coached over 100 youth aged 5 to 18 for competitive swim team and oversaw participation in swim meets, practices, and charity events

Graduate Assistant

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
08.2015 - 12.2016
  • Assisted with research writing projects while helping plan and organize undergraduate courses and assisting in some instruction as a teaching assistant.
  • Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
  • Cataloged data and research into Google suite databases.
  • Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance.
  • Organized various class presentations and new course materials as directed by professor.

Administrative Assistant

Saint Patrick Catholic School
Norfolk , VA
2014 - 2015
  • Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.

Media and Graphic Design Intern

Saint Patrick Catholic School
Norfolk, VA
2014 - 2014
  • Assisted with design of print materials such as flyers and ads by producing basic layouts, selecting colors and tracking down appropriate images.
  • Took on roles as graphics assistant and graphics specialist to provide range across projects.
  • Used web design and video presentation applications to develop promotional materials.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Indesign to develop new images.

Education

Academic History - M.E.D. Specialist

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2023

MAT - Elementary Education

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - English

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
08.2015

Timeline

Secondary English Instructor

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
08.2021 - Current

Secondary English Instructor

Poquoson City Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2021

Swim Coach and Instructor

Poquoson Parks And Recreation
05.2017 - 08.2018

Graduate Assistant

College of Charleston
08.2015 - 12.2016

Academic History - M.E.D. Specialist

Old Dominion University

MAT - Elementary Education

College of Charleston

Bachelor of Arts - English

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Old Dominion University

Curriculum Writer

Virginia Department Of Education
2019 - 2020

Tiered System & Support

Poquoson City Public Schools
2019 - 2021

Project Based Learning

Poquoson City Schools
2019 - 2021

Administrative Assistant

Saint Patrick Catholic School
2014 - 2015

Media and Graphic Design Intern

Saint Patrick Catholic School
2014 - 2014

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