Experienced elementary educator and instructional leader with 32 years of teaching experience across primary, intermediate, and middle school grade levels. Skilled in coaching teachers, facilitating professional learning, integrating instructional technology, and using student data to drive achievement. Apple Certified Coach with extensive experience leading collaborative teams, modeling effective instructional practices, and supporting continuous school improvement within Shawnee Mission School District.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher — Briarwood Elementary School
Shawnee Mission School District
01.2014 - Current
Design and deliver engaging, data-driven instruction aligned to district curriculum and student learning goals.
Analyze student performance data to guide instructional decisions, interventions, and differentiated learning opportunities.
Collaborate with grade-level teams and specialists to improve student achievement and instructional consistency.
Serve on the Building Leadership Team to support school improvement initiatives and collaborative decision-making.
Model effective integration of instructional technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families to foster a collaborative learning environment.
Support implementation of district initiatives and research-based instructional practices.
Instructional Leadership & Professional Learning
Apple Certified Coach
Lead professional development sessions focused on meaningful and authentic technology integration in elementary classrooms.
Support teachers in implementing instructional technology tools that enhance student engagement, creativity, and collaboration.
Coach colleagues on instructional strategies that align technology use with learning outcomes rather than compliance-based implementation.
Professional Development Facilitator
Plan and facilitate adult learning sessions for educators on instructional strategies, classroom technology, and student engagement practices.
Provide ongoing support to teachers through collaboration, modeling, and reflective conversations.
Adult Education Instructor
Designed and taught courses for adult learners, demonstrating strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
Adapted instructional approaches to meet the diverse needs and experience levels of adult students.
Building Leadership Team Member
Collaborate with school leadership and staff to analyze student achievement data and support school improvement planning.
Contribute to building-wide instructional decisions and professional learning initiatives.
Education
Master’s in Education -
University of Saint Mary
Skills
Teacher Collaboration
Professional Development Facilitation
Data-driven instruction
Technology integration
Project-based learning
Individualized instruction
Social-emotional learning
Student achievement analysis
Teamwork and collaboration
Curriculum implementation
Effective communication
Teacher collaboration
Building leadership
Certification
Apple Certified Coach
Kansas Teaching License
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher — Briarwood Elementary School
Shawnee Mission School District
01.2014 - Current
Master’s in Education -
University of Saint Mary
Elementary & Middle School Teaching Experience
32 years of successful teaching experience across:
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
You can also add:
Extensive experience adapting instruction to meet developmental and academic needs across grade spans.
Strong understanding of vertical curriculum alignment and student learning progression.