Matthew Cushing Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas

- Direct staff and provides leadership to achieve goals and vision of the organization and the day-to-day operations- Responsible for hiring and retaining staff, career coaching, professional development and accountable for the performance of employees- Independently or in collaboration with human resources managers, guide supervisors in the interpretation.

Houston, TX

Promoted to current position from Associate Director.Supervise and direct R-STEM staff, which includes hiring, training, managing performance, overseeing work responsibilities. Identify and provide professional development opportunities for staff. Determine the progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with.

Promoted to Associate Director from Assistant Director. 5 Primary Areas of Responsibility:1. Teaching and mentoring teachers.2. Evaluation of STEM teacher professional development programs, development of curriculum, and creation of programs that support district and school improvement.3. Creation and implementation of the Rice Office of STEM Engagement.

Supported teachers through long-term professional development in inquiry-based science for the Rice Elementary Model Science Lab (REMSL).Facilitated the learning of pedagogy, leadership, and science content to assist teachers in their development of science education.Provided instructional technology assistance to staff and participants in the REMSL.

Developed and delivered professional development via webinars and face to face for Course Reviewers.Wrote and ran test cases for software development and created new tasks and bug reports during the testing cycles for our Electronic Course Submission System.Managed the review process, reviewers, and provider districts for all TxVSN course.

Provided small group instruction in the areas of math and science.Developed and facilitated a science lab for all K-5th grade students.Modeled lessons and supported teachers in the areas of math and science.Created and trained staff on district technology issues and technology integration.

Provide small group intervention for grades 3 – 5 in the area of math. Assist teachers by planning and modeling lessons in math and science.Provide support for technology integration across K – 5.Design and carry out staff development in the areas of math, science, and technology.Serve as Campus Technology Representative and provide I.T. support to a.

Train district personnel in technology skills areas (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc…) Create manuals for classes being offered within the district.Train teachers on software used in the district (Type to Learn, Easy Tech, Graph Club, Kidspiration, Inspiration, etc…)

Lead Technology Teacher for 4 years.Team Leader for 4 years.Experience in primary (2nd grade) and intermediate (3rd grade).Designed and implemented campus staff development in the areas of curriculum, instruction, and technology.

M.S., Instructional Technology With A Specialization In Hrm

Professional Development Certification 3.9 GPA

B.S., Education

Activities and Societies: University of Houston Marching Band, Cougar Brass, Kappa Kappa Psi, Every Nation Ministries Graduated Magna Cum.