Healthcare Science Instructor
CurrentPresenter at our state's annual HSTEA (Health Science Technology Educator's Association) ConferenceLed our Healthcare Science program in "Industry Certification" which is a "stamp of excellence" that represents the apex of program quality - only awarded to programs that have successfully undergone rigorous reviews by leaders from business and industry.Piloted a county-wide initiative to convert an entire year's Introduction to Healthcare Science curriculum for enhanced learning on our Learning Management System, Canvas, on a short deadline.Employ ADDIE Instructional Design Model to develop effective virtual learning opportunities for secondary students.Manage tasks associated with our Learning Management System, Canvas, to provide a seamless experience for my students in grades 9-12.Collaborate with our school's technology team and administration to develop and lead professional learning experiences in the field of technology for our educators and colleagues.Established acceptable classroom behavior guides to minimize future classroom management issuesFacilitated learning of healthcare science students in middle and secondary grade-levels utilizing Bloom's Taxonomy frameworkDiscussed students' learning improvement and behavior in class with parents via phone, e-mail, and conferences as neededUtilized many student-centered learning techniques, including demonstrations, labs, skills assessments, and projectsCreated activities that show the relationship between healthcare science concepts and everyday life to engage and motivate studentsModified curriculum for English Language Learners, Special Education, and Gifted Education students in the regular classroomTutored students before, during, and after school as neededAttended various workshops and conferences to further professional learningFacilitated student-led Jr. HOSA and HOSA organization for future health professionals