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Consulting collaborations have included working with renowned organizations such as About.com, Chicago Public Schools, the Charter for Compassion, CUE Inc., Encyclopedia Britannica, Edmodo, EdSurge, EF Education, Google, Kajeet, NEA Foundation, Remind, ReNews, University of Chicago, and Cisco's GETideas.org, specializing in integrating technology in education, developing innovative teaching strategies, and enhancing educational content and communication.Key projects have included assessing technology programs to enhance digital learning, leading strategic planning processes in schools, and designing and conducting professional development in educational settings. Additionally, projects have also included developing curricula for various educational initiatives and serving as an innovation coach in a leading global international school network.Additional responsibilities have encompassed providing marketing guidance to ed-tech startups, authoring white papers and evaluation reports for educational organizations, and overseeing social media for a prominent national ed-tech conference. Further contributions include managing social media campaigns for a start-up and an innovative professional development provider, along with teaching graduate courses on educational technology and professional development at a local university.

Co-founded a collaborative professional learning community for innovative educators and merged it with the network formerly known as the Global Education Conference Network. Created professional learning opportunities for those interested in global education and innovation to connect and learn including Actionable Innovations Conversations and the Global Learning for an Open World Conference (GLOW). Connected to this is a group consultancy called the Actionable Innovations Group.

Sunset Hills, Mo, Us

Served as a member of technology audit teams and conducted training for Educational Collaborators. Presented at a conference organized by EC consultants. Currently, organizing a virtual conference featuring Educational Collaborators consultants.

Northbrook, Illinois, Us

Instrumental in enriching the community's library experience through a combination of customer service excellence and technology expertise. Key responsibilities include:Reference and Technology Assistance: Proficiently manage the Reference desk in a busy library setting, offering in-depth assistance with library resources and technology. Skillfully guide patrons in utilizing library services tailored to their interests and needs.One-on-One Technology Appointments: Conduct personalized sessions to aid patrons in navigating digital resources, enhancing their comfort with technology such as eBooks, eResources, and the library catalog system.Programming and Outreach: Actively involved in the development and delivery of both virtual and in-person library programs. Contribute to outreach services, including home delivery, ensuring library services are accessible to all community members.Team Collaboration: Consistently collaborate with team members to foster an environment of inclusion and innovation, upholding the library's core values of customer-focus and collaboration.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Student access to robust digital tools is key to their success as 21st-century citizens. Yet many students have limited access to these tools both at school and at home. CoSN is working to close the access gap for learning no matter where the students are. Current role is to coordinate digital equity efforts at CoSN, particularly around the new CoSN Digital Equity Dashboard.

Created and maintained a social network for educators interested in global education initiatives called the Global Education Conference Network. Over the years, other virtual and face-to-face events were added to our repertoire under the name GlobalEd Events. This network is now called Actionable Innovations Global.

Winnetka, Il, Us

Provided strategic vision for and implements the work of integrating appropriate technologies into the educational program in a manner aligned with the goals, mission, and values of North Shore Country Day School.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Served as the project director for CoSN's Leadership for Mobile Learning, an initiative designed to provide resources to school administrators.

Chicago, Il, Us

Employed as an education technology specialist at the Center for Elementary Mathematics and Science Education at the University of Chicago advising curriculum developers, researchers, and direct service providers.

Chicago, Il, Us

Supported technology integration, professional development, and coaching activities for a set of charter schools.

Chicago, Il, Us

Taught computer science to middle school students at a private school on the University of Chicago campus.

Chicago, Il, Us

Taught primary grade levels in two urban public elementary schools.

B.A, Art History, Elementary Education

M.Ed, Technology In Education

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