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Heather Henderlight
Education & Non-Profit Administration
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Proven innovation leader, excelling in effective communication. Expert in staff development and building relationships, with a track record of organizing impactful events and fostering community partnerships. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Innovation Coordinator
Oak Ridge Schools
2024.07 - Current
- Developed customized training materials and online resources to support employee learning objectives.
- Delivered interactive workshops and presentations, effectively engaging diverse audiences.
- Oversaw team of 5 trainers responsible for delivering high-quality instruction across various departments within organization.
- Coordinated with 23 department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.
- Collaborated with other 5 coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Strengthened community partnerships by actively participating in local events, workshops, and training sessions related to STEM Education.
- Developed strong community partnerships to secure additional resources including annual $50,000 in funding for STEM Learning Professional Development.
- Served as liaison between school administration, parents, and community members to promote awareness of the importance of STEM education.
- Contributed to development of school-wide STEM initiatives, expanding availability and quality of STEM education for all students.
Instructional Technology Coach
Oak Ridge Schools
2012.01 - 2024.06
- Advised on selection and implementation of educational technology tools, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives and maximizing impact on student learning outcomes.
- Supported integration of educational technology within the curriculum by providing training on new software applications to colleagues and administrators.
- Evaluated emerging trends in educational technology, proactively adapting strategies to stay current with industry advancements.
- Championed a culture of innovation within schools by promoting best practices in educational technology integration.
- Coordinated professional development workshops on educational technology topics, increasing teacher competency and confidence in using technological tools.
- Assisted faculty in grant writing endeavors by researching funding opportunities related to educational technology or library improvements projects.
- Contributed to project teams as subject matter expert on educational technology needs.
- Utilized educational technology tools, such as learning management systems and digital resources, to streamline course administration and enhance student engagement.
TN Technology Student Association State Advisor
TN Department of Education
2004.07 - 2012.01
- Inspired student leadership development through mentorship programs and opportunities for individual growth within the organization.
- Facilitated leadership development initiatives, cultivating a strong pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities to promote student engagement, leadership development, and positive peer interactions outside of the classroom setting.
- Developed strategic partnerships with education businesses, increasing sponsorship opportunities and community involvement in events.
- Negotiated contracts with venues and service providers, securing favorable terms that supported successful event execution within budget constraints.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions for 4 regional, 1 statewide, and 1 nation convention annually
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
Education
Specialist of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
Knoxville, TN 2001.05 -
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN 2001.05 -
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Development - Technology Education
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN 2001.05 -
Skills
Effective Communication
Accomplishments
- Awarded nearly $100,000 in grants for STEM and Educational Technology projects for Oak Ridge Schools.
- Featured in K12 Dive, national platform for educational leaders, on planning for Artificial Intelligence in schools: https://tinyurl.com/ORSandAI
- Featured on WVLT for robotics and computational thinking at the elementary level: https://tinyurl.com/indiSTEM
- Presenter for Tennessee Educational Technology Association annual convention and East Tennessee School Administrators.
Software
Microsoft Teams
Canva
Student Information Database Mgmt
Instructure District Administrator to include Canvas, Mastery Connect, and LearnPlatform
Timeline
Innovation Coordinator
Oak Ridge Schools
2024.07 - Current
Instructional Technology Coach
Oak Ridge Schools
2012.01 - 2024.06
TN Technology Student Association State Advisor
TN Department of Education
2004.07 - 2012.01
Specialist of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Lincoln Memorial University
2001.05 -
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Middle Tennessee State University
2001.05 -
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Development - Technology Education
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
2001.05 -
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