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Manchester-By-The-Sea, Ma, Us

Lead the groundbreaking Changemaking program, integrating cutting-edge learning models and technologies to empower students as active changemakers. Direct the Center for Leadership and Changemaking, fostering agency, inquiry, and connection across the curriculum for 300 students and 65 faculty members.- Pioneered an integrated Changemaking program that goes beyond traditional makerspaces, weaving experiential learning opportunities throughout the curriculum to cultivate responsible and inquisitive leaders.- Architect and oversee the school's educational technology ecosystem, including platform strategy, implementation, training programs, curricular integration, and leadership of the technology department.- Curated and managed a diverse array of high-tech and low-tech tools, including robotics, drones, 3D printers, and laser cutters, alongside a fully-equipped woodshop, to support creative problem-solving and idea realization.- Spearheaded AI training programs for faculty and students, positioning Brookwood School at the forefront of AI integration in education.- Collaborated with marketing team to leverage generative AI for enhancing outreach strategies and brand management, showcasing Brookwood's innovative approach to education.- Designed and facilitated transformative professional development programs, fostering a culture of design thinking and innovative technology use.- Developed and implemented innovative service initiatives, connecting classroom curriculum with meaningful community service projects across all grade levels.- Established partnerships with local organizations, museums, and global entities to provide students with authentic design experiences and foster empathy and social impact.

Manchester-By-The-Sea, Massachusetts, United States

- Spearheaded innovation and technology integration, enhancing educational offerings and experiences for 300 students and 65 faculty members.- Directed the Center for Leadership and Changemaking, managing programs in AI, programming, robotics, and digital fabrication.- Designed and facilitated AI training sessions for faculty, staff, and students, fostering a culture of innovation and technological proficiency.- Utilized generative AI in partnership with the marketing and communication department to enhance outreach and engagement strategies.- Partnered with the marketing and communications department on brand management and media creation initiatives.- Led and designed professional development programs for 65 employees, promoting design thinking and effective technology use.- Developed and managed the Changemaker Lab budget, optimizing resource allocation.- Strategized and managed daily operations of the Changemaker Lab, including material procurement, scheduling, and training.- Technologies: Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, 3D modeling & printing, CAD, laser cutting and etching, VR & AR, Robotics, programming- Achievements: Increased faculty engagement in technology integration by 40%, streamlined budget management processes reducing costs by 15%.

Concord, Ma

- Pioneered the Innovation Program, designed the space, selected equipment, and established operational processes to support 350 students.- Coordinated with faculty to design and implement an effective distance learning system.- Organized and conducted professional learning activities, including teacher and administrator training, and onboarding for technical tools.- Developed and implemented distance learning tools and metrics for success, supporting curriculum development during COVID-19.- Identified curriculum enhancement opportunities through project-based and cross-curricular learning using design thinking.- Trained teachers in design thinking and problem-based learning methodologies.- Mentored students and teachers for leadership roles within the iLab.- Managed the Innovation Lab, including material procurement, scheduling, and budgeting.- Partnered with the marketing and communications department on brand management and media creation initiatives.- Designed and facilitated after-school courses, such as EV3 robotics and introduction to AI.- Technologies: Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, 3D modeling & printing, CAD, laser cutting and etching, VR & AR, Robotics, programming- Achievements: Successfully transitioned the school to a remote learning environment, increased student engagement through innovative programs.

Greenwich, Ct

- Designed and delivered comprehensive units of study focused on information research skills, digital citizenship, literacy, and design thinking.- Developed curriculum and instructional materials incorporating various educational tools.- Led initiatives to enhance digital literacy and citizenship among students.- Collaborated with faculty to integrate design thinking into the curriculum.- Partnered with the marketing and communications department on brand management and media creation initiatives.- Achievements: Increased student engagement and digital literacy, successfully integrated design thinking across multiple disciplines.

Facilitate and guide professional learning for colleagues through monthly collaborative meetings. Using the Critical Friends Group paradigm, interactions are focused on providing targeted and timely feedback on instructional methods and classroom management skills.

Middle School homeroom teacher responsible for all language arts, social studies, and math curricula. I am a passionate pioneer of ed tech best practices, and, in addition to being a member of the in-house technology committee, I am constantly looking for tools to help deepen and enrich student learning in and out of the classroom.

The CAIS Commission on Technology believes that the quality of a student’s learning experience in school is dependent upon the quality of instruction and on the resources available to all teachers and students. Discovering how to make effective use of technology is a crucial issue today—both to meet present needs and to prepare youngsters for life and work in the twenty-first century. The contribution that technology can bring to education is significant enough to merit an ongoing commitment to training, support, and personal networking among member schools and in the community at large

Delivered customer success and support for a social media posting platform (buffer.com) that helps schedule social media posts in advance.- Provided technical and user experience support to over 100 customers daily through email, chat, and social media to resolve product issues, answer questions, and provide user training. - Collaborated with the Happiness and Product teams to develop and deliver the best support experience for Buffer's customer community.- Led training sessions to educate users in understanding how the tool works.- Troubleshot issues and user errors via Zendesk (email) and Respond (Twitter). - Cataloged and reported bugs on Github. - Technologies: Slack, ZenDesk, GitHub, Google Authenticator, Dropbox Paper, Trello

New England

We started Apps University to provide teachers a unique and comprehensiveeducation in Google Apps for Education.Like you, we’ve been through a wide range of professional learning experiences in our years as teachers. And that got us thinking: What factors help make successful professional learning? How can we help teachers develop the skills and experiences necessary to become even more effective in their classrooms? Our program seeks to answer those questions with a three-part solution: personalized instruction, exceptional content, and connected learners.

Greater New York City Area

Greater New York City Area

Guest lecturer in graduate level Methods of Social Studies course. Presented on trends and best practices in social studies curricula.

Utilize my services as a fully-licensed financial advisor to help clients manage their assets towards achieving specific lifestyle objectives.Regularly review client portfolios, develop and implement investment strategies, and provide guidance on investing, retirement, and education planning.

Designed and taught graduate-level education course entitled 'Issues in Contemporary American Schooling' through Lesley University/Brookwood School collaborative program.Created and organized course materials and assignments, facilitated class discussions on a range of controversial topics in contemporary education, and graded all course

Four years as a lead fourth-grade classroom teacher covering all language arts, math, and social studies material.Collaborated with department heads and division colleagues to ensure superior content and instruction.Integrated technology at every level of the curriculum, including the use of a SmartBoard, and a variety of software applications, such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Flash, iMovie, GarageBand, ComicLife, andKeynote/Powerpoint.Mentored several graduate level interns in classroom preparation and management during semester-long student teaching internships. This included observation, providing constructive feedback, and guiding the development of curricular goals.

1:1 guitar and piano lessons to K-8 students.

Recruited, trained, and coordinated volunteers for their work with the Refugee Resettlement program. Collaborated with local churches and community groups to support newly-arrived refugees to the greater Boston area.

Taught conversational American English to adult Chinese immigrants in the Chinatown district of Boston.Provided after-school and summer academic support to Chinese American students in the Chinatown district of Boston.

M.Ed, Education

B.A., Theology