Experienced Instructional Technology Director with a passion for transforming education through innovative technology integration.🟦 My Expertise:✔Strategic Planning: I specialize in developing comprehensive technology integration strategies that align with educational goals and drive positive learning outcomes.✔ Professional Development: I excel in designing and delivering tailored training programs that empower educators, administrators, and support staff to leverage technology effectively in their classrooms.✔ EdTech Evaluation: I have a proven track record of evaluating and selecting the right educational technologies to enhance teaching and engage students.✔Collaborative Leadership: I foster a culture of collaboration among cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless implementation of technology initiatives.🟦 Career JourneyOver the past 13 years, I've led successful technology initiatives at the Peoria Unified School District overseeing the integration of platforms that support K-12 teaching and learning environments. My accomplishments include:✔ Spearheading the implementation of the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) resulting in over 4000 educators, administrators, and support staff using the Canvas LMS to create digital learning experiences and engage in online courses. ✔ Orchestrating the development and launch of our department’s Tech on Demand online course offerings which resulted in over 300 staff members enrolling and completing our courses. ✔Collaborating with our 41 schools to support the effective and efficient use of technology to our teaching and learning environments. 🟦 What Drives MeI am driven by the belief that technology, when harnessed effectively, has the power to create engaging and personalized learning experiences. My goal is to continue shaping the educational landscape by equipping educators and students with the tools they need to succeed in the digital age.🟦 Let's connect! I'm always excited to engage in conversations about instructional technology, education transformation, and collaborative opportunities. Feel free to reach out via LinkedIn messaging//