Developed and implemented Technology and Future Lab curriculum with a focus on student directed learning
Assisted all staff with standards based practices as SBLS/Canvas Coach
Hosted adult and teen guest speakers
Attended conferences and engaged in continuous professional development opportunities related to AI and Computer Science education.
Served on the ODE Computer Science Cadre and the Stoller Equity Team
Teacher on Special Assingment, LITT
Beaverton School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Led Professional Development on AI, ____, ___
Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional practices with the use of technology.
Participated in professional development workshops, enhancing instructional skills and educational knowledge.
Organized STEM activity opportunities for students before school and at lunch.
Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
Teacher on Special Assignment, Digital Curriculum
Beaverton School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
Cross-Department project management between Teaching & Learning and IT creating professional development, resources, websites, and processes to refine systems.
Developed structures to enhancement of teaching practices around digital tools.
Collaborated to create lessons & units that support student learning of ISTE standards, as well as 6-8 Technology and Future Lab courses.
Managed multiple budgets including Middle School Technology and online learning.
Facilitated collaboration of Middle School Technology teachers in order to develop learning modules.
Middle School Design/Technology (6th-8th Grade)
Beaverton School District
06.2014 - 08.2019
Developed and implemented Technology curriculum with a focus on design thinking.
Increased student collaboration through use of school wide AVID strategies
Modified curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Early adopter of technology integration and innovation in the classroom.
Assisted all staff with standards based grading and reporting as Synergy Trainer.
Served on Master Schedule, School-wide Leadership, and Grading and Reporting Committees.
IB Coordinator
Meadow Park Middle School, Beaverton School District
08.2014 - 06.2019
Collaborated with administration to coordinate the MYP program.
Coached 60+ staff on MYP rubrics, instruction and teaching practices.
Chaired the MYP leadership committee.
Constructed school-wide MYP documentation, including scope and sequence documentation for all subjects.
Managed budget for MYP professional development and travel.
Developed and lead professional development sessions on MYP, backwards planning and design thinking.
Middle School Science (6th Grade)
Meadow Park, Beaverton School District
08.2003 - 06.2014
Developed and delivered engaging Science lessons aligned to district standards, including a focus on project based learning.
Collaborated with other teachers to develop cross-curricular lessons
Created classroom culture that fostered curiosity and joy in learning
Member of Science Articulation Team, Grading and Reporting Committee
Organized and managed 6th grade field trips, including Outdoor School.
Education
M.S.T. - General Science
Portland State University
Portland, OR
01.2008
B.S. - Biology
Linfield College
McMinnville, OR
01.2003
Skills
Curriculum Development
Classroom Management
Conflict Management & Resolution
Cross-Curricular Coordination
Differentiated Learning
Student Engagement
Technology Integration
Communication
Budget Management
Data Analysis
Relationship building
Certification
Oregon Professional Teaching License
License # 108249
Expires 04/02/2026
Timeline
Technology & Future Labs Teacher
Beaverton School District
08.2023 - Current
Teacher on Special Assingment, LITT
Beaverton School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher on Special Assignment, Digital Curriculum
Beaverton School District
08.2019 - 06.2023
IB Coordinator
Meadow Park Middle School, Beaverton School District