Online Learning CoordinatorLearning Technology Center of Illinois | 2019 - Present
Summary: I create online professional learning opportunities supporting educators statewide Major Duties: Create online courses for educators in a variety of tools and platforms, including Google, Apple, and Microsoft tools. Statewide Canvas LMS administrator. Support districts and Regional Offices of Education in the development and implementation of E-Learning Plans and Remote Learning classroom activities through in-person or remote consultation and professional development sessions. Other: LTC Speaker Biography, Google for Education level 1 and Level 2 Certified Educator. |
Online Learning Coordinator
Learning Technology Center of Illinois | 2019 - Present
Summary: I create online professional learning opportunities supporting educators statewide Major Duties: Create online courses for educators in a variety of tools and platforms, including Google, Apple, and Microsoft tools. Statewide Canvas LMS administrator. Support districts and Regional Offices of Education in the development and implementation of E-Learning Plans and Remote Learning classroom activities through in-person or remote consultation and professional development sessions. Other: LTC Speaker Biography, Google for Education level 1 and Level 2 Certified Educator. |
Technology Curriculum & Professional Development Coordinator
Galesburg Community Unit School District #205 | 2008 - 2019
Summary: I teach teachers how to teach with technology Major Duties: Coordinate delivery of professional development for 400+ teachers, in compliance with Illinois mandates and District goals. Coordinate District's one-to-one digital learning initiative. Developed Internet Safety Curriculum, recognized as one of ISBE's seven "Internet Safety Best Practices." Coordinate District's State-approved Induction & Mentoring Program. Coordinate delivery of State-mandated online assessments, including PARCC, DLM, WIDA, and ISA. Webmaster for District website and 11 school-level sites. Created numerous online and in-person professional learning opportunities and book studies. Led the organization, development, and execution of the annual Whatever It Takes Conference. in collaboration with Carl Sandburg College and Regional Offices of Education 26 & 33. Other: Google Cloud Certified in GSuite. |
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Technology Curriculum & Professional Development CoordinatorGalesburg Community Unit School District #205 | 2008 - 2019
Summary: I teach teachers how to teach with technology Major Duties: Coordinate delivery of professional development for 400+ teachers, in compliance with Illinois mandates and District goals. Coordinate District's one-to-one digital learning initiative. Developed Internet Safety Curriculum, recognized as one of ISBE's seven "Internet Safety Best Practices." Coordinate District's State-approved Induction & Mentoring Program. Coordinate delivery of State-mandated online assessments, including PARCC, DLM, WIDA, and ISA. Webmaster for District website and 11 school-level sites. Created numerous online and in-person professional learning opportunities and book studies. Led the organization, development, and execution of the annual Whatever It Takes Conference. in collaboration with Carl Sandburg College and Regional Offices of Education 26 & 33. Other: Google Cloud Certified in GSuite. |
Teacher: Grade 7 Social Science
Macomb Junior High School, Macomb, IL | 2004-2008
Summary: Help students learn about our global society through the study of Geography and American History Major Duties: Team Leader, 2006-08. Coordinated Advisory program for 7th grade regular & special education. Organized Civil War Day interdisciplinary unit for entire seventh grade, bringing together local experts and re-enactors to help immerse students in American history. Other: Led development of the Illinois First Amendment Center's First Amendment Curriculum for Middle Grades (Chairperson) |
Teacher: MMI/SMI (long term substitute)Galesburg High School, Galesburg, IL | 2003-2004
Summary: Help students overcome developmental challenges through classroom experiences Major Duties: Courses included US History, US Government, Geography, Computer Essentials, and Mathematics. |
Learning CoordinatorFranklin Magnet Middle School, Champaign, IL | 2002-2003
Summary: Supported teachers in delivery of coordinated students learning experiences Major Duties: Led implementation of School Improvement activities across all curricular areas, including creation of new SIP, implementation of Professional Development activities, and acquisition of resources. Coordinated assessments for 3 grade levels in all areas examined by ISAT, disaggregated data, trained staff in data-based decision-making, and developed and administered survey instruments for community, students, and staff. Coordinated use of learning materials, including manipulatives, reading materials, science lab kits, etc. |
Educational Specialist, Association of Illinois Middle SchoolsUniversity of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign | 1999-2002
Summary: Support middle schools adopt more student friendly organizational and instructional practices Major Duties: Assisted middle schools throughout the state in the implementation of Turning Points, specifically in Peoria, Decatur, Alton, and Collinsville. Planned and assisted with in-service trainings and conferences. Each year I coordinated the Leadership Retreat, a two-day conference for middle school principals and teachers. |
Teacher: Grade 7 Social Science, Science, and MathMattoon Middle School, Mattoon, IL | 1991-1999
Summary: Help students learn about our understandings of the world through the study of History, Science, and Mathematics Major Duties: Team Leader, 1998-1999. North Central Association Outcomes Accreditation Team Co-Chair, 1997-1998. Curriculum Coordinating Committee member (district-wide), 1997-98. Student Assistance Program (SAP) Core Team member, 1996-1999. |
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