I run a graphic design business specializing in logos, t-shirts, line cards, email campaigns, presentation design, resume, and social media campaigns.I also support IT projects such as migrations, device support (troubleshooting, imaging, PC building, etc.), GAdmin/365 Admin, firewall, camera installation, and networking. https://asamuelsdesignco.wordpress.com/portfolio/

Collaborate with staff and students to support innovative instructional design, technology integration, and efficiency. Website - https://sites.google.com/foresthills.edu/samuelseduMy role expands across a wide range of areas, but incorporates some of the following responsibilities:-Account management related to rostering, textbook integrations, and online resources-Expertise in Google Admin Console/GSuite for Education tools, Schoology, and Clever-Live stream board meetings and other events to YouTube. Developed plan which increased YouTube subscribers from 10 to nearly 2500 community members-Manage 150+ software programs in the district and serve as point of contact for software and hardware support and approval requests from staff-Designed and developed the Science and Innovation Expo & Spark Night (750+ students / year) and Esports (40+ students / year) programs in our district-Network support-Filtering support (Securly, iboss)-1:1 support -Helpdesk support -Instructional design-Coding and robotics-Graphic and video design-Technology approval -Co-teaching and coaching-Collaborated with special services, teaching & learning, technology, treasury, and other central office departments to help with automation, development of new programs and ideas, and improve personalized learning opportunities for all students.

*Student-Run BusinessI worked with grades K-6 to develop innovative practices through a redefined media center. Grades 4-6 founded a student-run business which aimed to raise awareness of how we can help others through charity, product design, graphic design, and more.*YouTube LiveRe-envisioned our morning announcements through daily, student-run YouTube live broadcasts. Students engaged with audio management, streaming software, video production, graphic design, and live commentary.*Computer ScienceIntroduced computer science for all grades, K-6 through robotics, physical making, augmented reality, VR, and basic browser-based coding programs.*3D PrintingUsed 3D design and modeling programs to create and print prototypes with grades 3-6. Created curricular connections with the items being printed serving as products of learning.*LiteracyIncorporated online and offline literacy experiences to help students improve with the 6 C's of Education.

Supporting CMT with improvements in SEO, IT, graphic design, and digital marketing to improve brand awareness and castings, forgings, and machined components sales.-Advertising campaigns via email, line cards, pamphlets, website blogging, and Linkedin/Instagram posts-Future planning around design and marketing-Managed network, devices, camera security, daily operations, and firewall (Sonicwall).

*GAFE Summit (Forest Hills) Presenter - Gamification*ITIP 2017 attendee *instructed two sections of mathematics, science, and social studies.*Milford Tech Leaders Team to help develop a year long scope and sequence for implementing technology based skills strategically for grades K-12. We provide professional development monthly for teachers at each grade level to further their understanding of how to use technology efficiently with the SAMR model in mind. Personal website and technology credentials viewable here: https://sites.google.com/a/milfordschools.org/adam-samuels/ *Visible Learning Development TeamCurrently working with a team of administrators and classroom teachers on a multi-year plan using John Hattie's research to help students develop habitual, metacognitive strategies. I run professional development workshops for Mulberry Elementary to help teachers further their understanding on how to apply John Hattie's research in a practical way into their classroom.*Pearson Support - Presented to approximately 70 teachers at Collins and Longbranch Elementary and offered professional development to help implement ReadyGEN at their schools.*Founder of TechEagles, an after-school technology program teaching students to program, 3D print, and produce media.

*Visible Learning Development TeamI am currently working with a team of administrators and classroom teachers on a multi-year plan using John Hattie's research to help students develop habitual, metacognitive strategies. *Technology CommitteeI work with other teachers and administrators and created a building-wide plan for integrating technology tools and concepts at each grade level. I run professional development workshops bi-monthly to help teachers effectively integrate technology into their classrooms with the SAMR model in mind.*Presented with Pearson to Akron Public SchoolsI presented to Akron Public Schools regarding the progress my classroom has made using Pearson's balanced literacy program, ReadyGEN. I discussed the value of ReadyGEN, particularly its ability to promote higher-level thinking. To further demonstrate the effects of how ReadyGEN has improved my instruction in the daily classroom as well as for testing, I provided data analysis along with evaluations of student work samples and videos to show how success was fostered throughout the school year.*Science Revision Committee I am currently working with another teacher from the Milford School District to revise and align our science curriculum to the new Ohio Revised Science Standards.*Association of Teacher Educators (ATE-I) conferencePresented on the topic of student teacher accountability and professionalism. I presented with my Indiana University student teaching supervisor on different scaffolding techniques and discussions that should occur between a student teacher and their university supervisor to promote strong habits of mind in the classroom.