Education
- Bachelor of the Arts in History, Oklahoma State University
Professional Development
- EduCon 2.4 Conference- Philadelphia, PA January 27-29, 2012 (In Person)
- “Library of Congress Special Topics Workshop: The Civil War Begins” 2011(1 Graduate Credit, University of Northern Colorado)
- Learning 2.0: A Colorado Conversation Unconference 2011 (7.5 hours, Loveland High School)
- EduCon 2.3 Conference- Philadelphia, PA January 28-30, 2011 (Virtual Attendee)
- Reform Symposium Worldwide eConference 2011 (10 hours, Online)
- ISTE Conference 2010- Denver, CO June 27-30 (4 days, In Person)
- Discovery Education Network Training (6 hours, Thompson School District)
- Learning 2.0: A Colorado Conversation Unconference 2010 (7.5 hours, Loveland High School)
- EduCon 2.2 Conference- Philadelphia, PA January 29-31, 2010 (Virtual Attendee)
- ” Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources: Essentials Exploration” (8 hours, University of Northern Colorado.)
- “Enhancing Education through Technology” (8 hours, Thompson R2-J School District)
- “Promethean Training, Day 1″ (8 hours, Thompson R2-J School District)
- “Getting to Know Your Mac” (30 hours, Thompson R2-J School District)
Relevant Experience
- Teacher (Desiderata School) August 2011-present
- Technology Facilitator & Faculty Assistant (Berthoud Elementary School) August 2009- May 2011
- Technology Advisory Committee (Thompson School District) August 2010- May 2011
- Administrative & Professional Evaluation Committee (Thompson School District) August 2010-December 2010
- Technology Committee (Berthoud Elementary School) September 2009-May 2011
- Safety & Belonging Committee (Berthoud Elementary School) September 2009-May 2010
- Critical Thinking/Gifted & Talented Committee (Berthoud Elementary School) September 2009-May 2010
- Homeschool Teacher (3 students, K-4th: Math-U-See, Saxon Math, Singapore Math, Spelling Power, Sonlight Curriculum, Tapestry of Grace (integrated literacy/history/science curriculum)
Other Experience
- Office Staff & General Staff (Anner’s Wellness Works- Tulsa, OK)
- Secretary (Countryside Baptist Church- Stillwater, OK)
Professional Associations
- International Society for Technology in Education
Presentations
- “Internet Safety for Families”. Thompson School District Family Academy evening.
- “PBIS: Internet Safety”. Elementary School mini-lessons to student/families.
- “Morning Bytes for Teachers”. Daily email technology tips for educators at my elementary school.
Institutional Service Courses Taught
- School Club “Wacky Websites & Silly Stories” (1 hour for 4 weeks)
- School Club “Lights, Camera & Action” (1 hour for 8 weeks)
- Tech Tidbits (partner teacher in 10 minute teacher professional development presentations)
Community Involvement
- Youth Coach (Grace Evangelical Free Church) 2008-2009
References
- Available Upon Request
Qualifications or Skills
- Proficient using Edmodo, Elluminate, and other online collaborative environments with students and adults.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, OpenOffice, Macintosh iWork & iLife
- WordPress 3.0 Installation and Management
- Windows and Macintosh Platforms
