Erin Bowen
Bishop,GA
Summary
Dynamic Instructional Coach and Technology Specialist with over 18 years of experience in K-5 education, curriculum development, and professional learning facilitation. Passionate about structured literacy, Science of Reading-based strategies, and data-driven instruction. Adept at coaching teachers, implementing technology to enhance literacy and math instruction, and leading impactful professional development. Strong ability to analyze student data, develop targeted interventions, and foster collaborative teaching environments to maximize student success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Technology Specialist
Oconee County School District
07.2019 - Current
- Designed and led professional development on Lexia Core 5, IXL, and data-driven instructional strategies
- Rolled out and supported NWEA Dyslexia and Adaptive Benchmark Screeners
- Implemented AI-driven instructional strategies for classroom engagement and efficiency
- Facilitated data-driven instruction, training teachers on NWEA MAP, Lexia, and other platforms
- Collaborated with leadership to implement district-wide technology integration plans
Learning Engineer
North Georgia RESA
01.2022 - Current
- Designed and developed accessible, standards-aligned digital courses in Canvas LMS
- Managed content development projects and ensured compliance with accessibility standards
- Reviewed and curated Open Educational Resources (OER) and Creative Commons materials
Gifted Teacher
High Shoals Elementary School
07.2013 - 05.2019
- Developed and implemented project-based learning curricula
- Led technology integration, including Google Expeditions and Lego Robotics
- Established the STEAM Explorations program and First Lego League
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, supporting instructional growth
Kindergarten Teacher
Gaines Elementary School
07.2008 - 05.2013
- Designed differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning needs
- Implemented research-based literacy and math strategies for early learners
Education
Educational Leadership Tier 1 Certification -
University of West Georgia
06-2025
Georgia Literacy Academy -
05.2024
Georgia Instructional Coaching Cohort (GICC) Certification -
01.2024
Ed.S. - Early Childhood Education
University of West Georgia
01.2018
M.A.T. - Early Childhood Education
Piedmont College
01.2009
B.A. - Child and Family Development
University of Georgia
01.2004
Skills
- Instructional Coaching
- Teacher Training
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Assessment
- Structured Literacy
- Science of Reading Strategies
- Early Literacy Interventions
- Technology Integration
- Professional Development
- Curriculum Design
- AI Implementation
- Digital Learning Implementation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Inclusion
Certification
- Georgia Teaching License (P-5)
- ESOL Endorsement
- Gifted In-Field
Leadership And Professional Contributions
- Facilitator, Georgia DOE ELA & Literacy Community & iTT Program
- Mentor, Local Teacher Mentorship Program, 2020-Present
- Oconee Technology Advisory Committee Member, 2009-Present
- Grant Writer & Recipient, Walton EMC Technology Grant ($13,000, 2016), Broadcast Grant ($1,700, 2019)
- Conference Presenter, Georgia Educational Technology Conference (2022-2024), National Blue-Ribbon School Conference (2016), GACIS Conference (2016)
Awards
- Teacher of the Year, High Shoals Elementary, 05/01/18
- Four-Star Recipient, Gaines Elementary, 05/01/12
Technology And Ai Integration
ChatGPT, Magic School AI, Curipod, NWEA MAP, Lexia Core 5, PEAR Assessment, Illuminate, IXL, Studies Weekly, Flocabulary, HMH, Georgia Virtual Learning, Canvas, Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, Lego Robotics, Google Expeditions, Pear Deck
Timeline
Learning Engineer
North Georgia RESA
01.2022 - Current
Instructional Technology Specialist
Oconee County School District
07.2019 - Current
Gifted Teacher
High Shoals Elementary School
07.2013 - 05.2019
Kindergarten Teacher
Gaines Elementary School
07.2008 - 05.2013
Georgia Literacy Academy -
Georgia Instructional Coaching Cohort (GICC) Certification -
Ed.S. - Early Childhood Education
University of West Georgia
M.A.T. - Early Childhood Education
Piedmont College
B.A. - Child and Family Development
University of Georgia
Educational Leadership Tier 1 Certification -
University of West Georgia
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