Ryan Dunnells
AMMON,ID
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Thunder Ridge High School, excelling in curriculum development and technology integration. Expert in fostering inclusive environments and enhancing student mental health resources. Adept at mentoring faculty, guiding student academics and behavior, and implementing data-driven strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/English Department Chair
Thunder Ridge High School
Idaho Falls, ID
08.2017 - Current
- Instructed AP Language & Composition, English 12, Hope Squad, Creative Writing 1 and Creative Writing 2.
- Evaluated potential English teacher candidates for suitability at Thunder Ridge High School.
- Oversaw the implementation of PLC dispositions and practices with grade-level team leads and 14 teachers.
- Conducted faculty training on Google Classroom, Google Forms, and AI-enhanced instruction
- Developed custom GPT models for Thunder Ridge faculty, including the BEST Evaluation Collaborator and an AI tool for AP Language & Composition
- Led ongoing Culturally Relevant Teaching (CRT) in the ELA Classroom PD (Completion: May 2025)
- Created and presented faculty training on outreach and inclusion strategies for Hispanic/Latino students
- Mentored new teachers, both formally and informally, fostering professional growth and instructional excellence
- Facilitated cross-curricular collaboration, particularly integrating AI tools in ELA, Social Studies, and Foreign Language departments
Hope Squad Advisor
Thunder Ridge High School
08.2017 - Current
- Delivered QPR suicide prevention training to over 250 students.
- Delivered a presentation at the 24th Annual Idaho Prevention & Support Conference held in Sun Valley, ID.
- Established the Hope Squad Support Club, broadening student access to mental health resources.
- Coordinated joint efforts with STUCO for community outreach programs.
Teacher/English Department Chair
Hillcrest High School
Ammon, ID
08.2006 - 05.2017
- Taught AP Language & Composition, Honors English 10, General ELA (Grades 9 - 11), and Creative Writing 1 & 2, and English Intervention
- Facilitated integration of Professional Learning Communities methodologies within the English department.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Rexburg, ID04-2004
Skills
- Educational Leadership & Team Management
- Curriculum Development & PLC Implementation
- Data-Driven Instruction & Assessment Strategies
- Technology Integration (Google Suite, LMS Platforms, AI Tools)
- Professional Development & Faculty Training
- Student Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Culturally Responsive Teaching & Inclusion Strategies
Certification
QPR Certified (Suicide Prevention)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Teacher/English Department Chair
Thunder Ridge High School
08.2017 - Current
Hope Squad Advisor
Thunder Ridge High School
08.2017 - Current
Teacher/English Department Chair
Hillcrest High School
08.2006 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education
Brigham Young University-Idaho