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- Lead the strategic thinking, design, and systematic updating of all technology infrastructure, including hardware and software, networking, information databases, phone systems, building security, and operations.- Collaborate with cross-functional senior admin, admin, and faculty teams to identify integration requirements and develop customized solutions to meet specific business needs.- Analyze systems to identify integration challenges and implement proactive measures to mitigate… Show more - Lead the strategic thinking, design, and systematic updating of all technology infrastructure, including hardware and software, networking, information databases, phone systems, building security, and operations.- Collaborate with cross-functional senior admin, admin, and faculty teams to identify integration requirements and develop customized solutions to meet specific business needs.- Analyze systems to identify integration challenges and implement proactive measures to mitigate risks.- Connect disparate systems and integrate APIs to enhance data sharing and real-time updates.- Supervise tech staff in their daily assignments, long-term goals, ongoing training, and performance evaluations.- Deploy ticketing systems to service devices and in-classroom technology (e.g., Apple TVs, projectors, printers).- Optimize the use of Blackbaud for record-keeping of student information, enrollments, and finances.Collaborate with teachers, classrooms, families, and students, as well as other departments, such as Business Office, Communications, Development, Finance, Admissions, and Community Life, Equity, and Inclusion.- Align teachers using technology with the school’s immediate educational goals and long-term mission..- Develop documentation and training materials for end-users to adopt currently integrated systems. Show less

San Diego, California, United States

- Oversaw all aspects of IT infrastructure, hardware (Chromebooks, Macs, PCs, iPads, SmartPhones), and software to meet the educational and administrative needs of the school.- Led the evaluation, selection, coordination, maintenance, and upgrades of core technology resources, including their budgeting, purchases, inventory, and warranty & subscription renewals.- Prioritized school services and implemented strategic plans for innovative, cost-effective programs.- Deployed… Show more - Oversaw all aspects of IT infrastructure, hardware (Chromebooks, Macs, PCs, iPads, SmartPhones), and software to meet the educational and administrative needs of the school.- Led the evaluation, selection, coordination, maintenance, and upgrades of core technology resources, including their budgeting, purchases, inventory, and warranty & subscription renewals.- Prioritized school services and implemented strategic plans for innovative, cost-effective programs.- Deployed cybersecurity systems, responded to threats, and proactively hardened technology and data resources.- Provided research, training and support to faculty, staff, families, and students in the secure and effective use of all technology, including SIS and LMS such as FACTS and Veracross.- Collaborated with Division Heads to integrate technology and its ethical use into the K-8 curriculum.- Suggested ongoing IT/EdTech professional development and learning opportunities for faculty and staff based on research and review of emerging software & hardware solutions.- Collaborated with educators and external vendors to integrate new resources into the instruction and curriculum.- Educated the school community on the benefits, challenges, and ethics of technology in and outside the classroom.- Fostered a proactive and nurturing environment for the school community to embrace technological change..- Supervised, organized, and secured the school network topology, switches, firewalls, LAN and WAN security, information databases, VoIP telephone systems, personnel, building security, and operations. - Built relationships with cloud service providers, technology vendors, and strategic partners, negotiating pricing and service level agreements (SLAs) to meet business objectives.- Served as super-admin of 1:1 Fleet, Google Workspace, Microsoft, JAMF School, JAMF Safe, GoGuardian, Apple operating systems, Active Directory/Windows Server management, and Cloud Service applications. Show less

San Diego, California, United States

- Overhauled the school’s STEAM curriculum to integrate coding, robotics, programming languages, digital citizenship, and cyber-safety/literacy in PreK and grades 1-8. https://www.sdfas.org/academics/steam - Promoted awareness of ethical issues in technology (e.g., Generative AI) and integrated them into the curriculum.- Designed and co-taught bilingual/trilingual STEAM lessons to advance the curricular goals of classroom teachers.- Infused content lessons with 3D printing, laser… Show more - Overhauled the school’s STEAM curriculum to integrate coding, robotics, programming languages, digital citizenship, and cyber-safety/literacy in PreK and grades 1-8. https://www.sdfas.org/academics/steam - Promoted awareness of ethical issues in technology (e.g., Generative AI) and integrated them into the curriculum.- Designed and co-taught bilingual/trilingual STEAM lessons to advance the curricular goals of classroom teachers.- Infused content lessons with 3D printing, laser cutting, podcasting, video creation and editing, Google Suite applications, and other digital technologies.- Articulated a schoolwide philosophy and vision for the use of educational technology at SDFAS.- Engaged in research-based advocacy of best practices to educate students and faculty about the roles, risks, and limitations of technology in their lives.- Provided differentiated support to teachers with varying levels of technology integration.Acted as a key information resource on the latest technological trends and developments in education.- Transitioned students and faculty to distance/hybrid learning during COVID. Show less

La Jolla, California

3rd Grade Teacher

Poway, California

• Second grade math instruction, includes lesson planning, testing of students, assessments, and collaboration with other 2nd grade teachers• Conduct small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated students’ needs• Teach reading fluency and comprehension in small groups using programs: Phonics for Reading and Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words (SIPPS)• Perform informal and summative assessment to… Show more • Second grade math instruction, includes lesson planning, testing of students, assessments, and collaboration with other 2nd grade teachers• Conduct small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated students’ needs• Teach reading fluency and comprehension in small groups using programs: Phonics for Reading and Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight Words (SIPPS)• Perform informal and summative assessment to continually modify and improve on instruction methods based on recent student data• Provide a positive, safe, and engaging classroom environment for all students using Responsive Classroom approach utilizing positive reinforcement strategies • Encourage student engagement by teaching students self assessment skills• Participate in grade-level team collaboration meetings to plan and ensure progress of math lessons are in alignment Show less

Greater San Diego Area

- Managed $250-million annual spend in strategic commodities for multiple HP business divisions.- Managed strategic relationships with Microsoft and Adobe to secure best in class contracts for HP. - Negotiated pricing and contractual terms, yielding savings of $2 million USD in MS Office (India) alone.- Led transition from Office 2010 (EOL) to Office 2013 across all HP PC and enterprise business divisions and units.- Led diverse, multinational teams for forecasting, demand pull,… Show more - Managed $250-million annual spend in strategic commodities for multiple HP business divisions.- Managed strategic relationships with Microsoft and Adobe to secure best in class contracts for HP. - Negotiated pricing and contractual terms, yielding savings of $2 million USD in MS Office (India) alone.- Led transition from Office 2010 (EOL) to Office 2013 across all HP PC and enterprise business divisions and units.- Led diverse, multinational teams for forecasting, demand pull, capacity planning, and inventory management.- Negotiated budgets for new products with internal teams and multiple contract manufacturing partners.- Oversaw all high spend RFQs and strategic sourcing activities for new product development.- Minimized risks in the supply chain from program development to mass production and end of life.- Tracked suppliers on a quarterly basis to improve performance in cost, supply, and quality.- Negotiated manufacturing agreements to protect IP and lock in low costing with global suppliers.- Communicated project status and financials in high visibility meetings to top management.- Developed strategic sourcing roadmaps, y/y cost reductions, and long-term strategies for critical commodities. Show less

Burbank, Ca

- Managed multi-million dollar subcontracts for the planning and implementation of Disney IT projects.- Oversaw forecasting, budgeting, and tracking of project financials.- Analyzed user needs and requirements to support large-scale implementation of hardware and software.- Created and provided training, technical and systems documentation for Disney employees.

Greater Los Angeles Area

- Negotiated purchasing agreements for materials, equipment, and supplies from various Chinese vendors. - Oversaw all aspects of organization's purchasing functions. - Directed materials and supplies to reduce costs and improve quality.

Master’S Degree, Elementary Education And Teaching, K-8Th

I have completed the following at UCSD: - Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Multiple Subject Credential - Bilingual Authorization (Mandarin.

Bs, Business Administration & Computer Information Systems

Business Administration and Computer Information Systems (Data Analysis)