Dynamic Information Technology Teacher with strong background in teaching complex technology in digestible terms. Highly adept at breaking down instructional steps and providing simple analogies to foster comprehension. Talented at monitoring student growth and offering motivating guidance to struggling students. Experience in varying levels of educational leadership and community partnerships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Development Teacher- Information Technology
Independent School District 196
09.2017 - Current
Develop strong relationships with hundreds of students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives in Information Technology.
Assist in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Support student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities to help prepare students for certification exams.
Incorporate multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Provide one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Collaborate with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Organize extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside traditional classroom setting.
Developed Program Advisory Committee consisting of Industry, students, parents and educators to collaborate on curriculum content to ensure course content is meeting industry standards.
Director of Education
Academy College
09.2015 - 03.2017
Strengthened curriculum design by collaborating with faculty and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.
Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
Guided teachers in incorporating differentiated instruction techniques into lessons to cater to diverse learning styles.
Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
Leading regular meetings with faculty members to discuss best practices in education delivery methods; provided constructive feedback to promote improvements.
Developed engaging and effective curricula for students aged 18 to 60.
Proactively identified areas where additional resources were needed; secured funding through grants or reallocating existing budgets.
Partnered with external stakeholders, such as local businesses and non-profit organizations, to develop programs that would benefit school community while providing students with real-world learning opportunities.
School Director
Avalon School Of Cosmetology
09.2012 - 08.2013
Improved school performance by 30% by implementing strategic plans and curriculum development initiatives.
Led successful accreditation processes, maintaining compliance with national standards and ensuring continued recognition as quality educational institution.
Boosted faculty morale by providing professional development opportunities and recognizing outstanding achievements.
Spearheaded fundraising campaigns that generated significant financial resources for vital educational programming enhancements and non-profit organizations, raising over $500,000.
Oversaw day-to-day operations of school, including staff supervision, facilities management, and budget oversight, ensuring seamless educational experience for students.
Oversaw budget, marketing and curriculum development for school operations.
Managed budget allocations effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of resources for maximum impact on student success.
Education
Masters Of Arts - Teaching
Bethel
Saint Paul, MN
10.2021
Bachelors Of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2016
Skills
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Student Engagement
Public Speaking
Technology Integration
Project-based learning
Faculty Collaboration
MN Tier 3 License
Classroom Technology Implementation
Instructional Design
Python
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Computer Science Curriculum
Accomplishments
Designed and implemented an Articulated College Credit course in Computer Networking and Cybersecurity for high school students.
Founded Girls in Cyber program to engage middle school girls in the field of Cybersecurity.
Coached a high school team through a collegiate level eCTF competition.
Participated in the Minnesota Department of Education Computer Science Working Group
Collaborated as a team member of the Computer Science and AI planning committee for ISD 196
Timeline
Career Development Teacher- Information Technology
Independent School District 196
09.2017 - Current
Director of Education
Academy College
09.2015 - 03.2017
School Director
Avalon School Of Cosmetology
09.2012 - 08.2013
Masters Of Arts - Teaching
Bethel
Bachelors Of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Grand Canyon University
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