- 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 and implementation of human resources policies, procedures and programs- Develop and implement strategic plan(s) for functional area(s) managed- Provide strategy, vision and direction- Make decisions to establish objectives for the overall direction/operation of a significant organization- Influence leadership on specific recommendations for current operations and future development- Develop multi-year business plans and oversees allocation of all resources- Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with regulations, policies and procedures- Recommend and/or formulate internal administrative policies, guidelines and procedures- Direct process improvement for organization or program- Responsible for overseeing the finances for area of responsibility as well as developing, monitoring, and analyzing a complex consolidated annual budget- Represent the organization’s business operations and administrative affairs within the organization, and/or to outside constituencies- Present on R-STEM activities at local, national, and international conferences- Manage ongoing programs including assessment of material needs and distribution resources for participating teachers- Oversee condition of Lab and facility- Support staff in organizing events and coordinating teaching responsibilities- Oversee contract researchers and teachers- Serve as Master Teacher and mentor as needed for various programs and grant activities- Identify funding sources for continued growth and development of R-STEM- Ensure program compliance with government and university policies and guidelines regarding human subjects

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 goals and objectives. Oversee contract researchers and teachers.Develop, implement, and manage operational procedures, policies and standards. Review all reports and financial statements. Make decisions that control costs and improve program efficiency.Lead and assist with grant writing for Rice faculty and programs in the Rice Office of STEM Engagement. Support Rice University faculty in the development and implementation of the broader impacts of their research.Manage the daily operations including project planning and resources allocation of ongoing educational programs to ensure that the Rice Office of STEM Engagement provides the highest quality teaching curriculum, and other resources for teachers and students of all ages. Communicate effectively about Rice STEM programs to all stakeholders including staff, K-12 teachers, K-12 students, Rice Undergraduates, faculty, and education leaders locally and nationally. Perform regular observations of STEM programs and provide ongoing, constructive feedback to STEM staff. Support staff in organizing events and coordinating teaching responsibilities. Generate, maintain and improve program documentation. Oversee and direct the development of R-STEM programs.

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 student, teacher, and administrator assessments.4. Writing and submission of grant proposals.5. Supervising and managing elementary programs and staff.

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 program.Developed and implemented innovative curriculum for Kindergarten through 5th grade teachers.Conducted research on effective teaching.

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 submissions.Created new policies and materials in the area of disaster recovery, learning continuity, and course review.Collaborated with Provider Districts to make modifications to online courses.Compiled and delivered reports and data requests to the Texas Education Agency.

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 campus of 70+ users.Chair the science committee on campus and serve on the District Technology Committee.

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.