Provides leadership in the integration of technology and information literacy within the instructional program by coordinating, planning, implementing, directing and maintaining the district's applications and use of technology within the instructional curriculumEvaluates and provides recommendations regarding complementing classroom instruction with software applications and computer technology. Extends the skill set of staff and educators in the district through the… Show more Provides leadership in the integration of technology and information literacy within the instructional program by coordinating, planning, implementing, directing and maintaining the district's applications and use of technology within the instructional curriculumEvaluates and provides recommendations regarding complementing classroom instruction with software applications and computer technology. Extends the skill set of staff and educators in the district through the development and implementation of flexible, individualized professional development. Assists administrators, teachers and staff in their quest to put students at the forefront of learning with technology in a 1:1 environment grades K through 12. Show less

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Since 2009, I have been presenting at schools, workshops and conferences locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Some presentations have been on my own, and others have been opportunities arranged through the great folks at EdTechTeacher. I have been interviewed for articles, and published many of my own on a variety of websites. I have presented webinars and worked with large corporations on social media campaigns. More recently, I have provided keynote addresses to teachers in… Show more Since 2009, I have been presenting at schools, workshops and conferences locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Some presentations have been on my own, and others have been opportunities arranged through the great folks at EdTechTeacher. I have been interviewed for articles, and published many of my own on a variety of websites. I have presented webinars and worked with large corporations on social media campaigns. More recently, I have provided keynote addresses to teachers in Massachusetts and California. To view this comprehensive list of experiences (with links), please visit the link below. Feel free to ask any questions you may have. Show less

My first two years in this building, I worked as the Technology Assistant. I was fortunate enough to secure a position in a third grade classroom in 2005, and continued happily teaching ever since. In 2014, I moved to 4th grade, where I continued to incorporate a BYOD program with students along with incorporating a classroom green screen studio!! Throughout those years of teaching, our classroom was made transparent through the use of a vibrant online blog, where parents, families and other… Show more My first two years in this building, I worked as the Technology Assistant. I was fortunate enough to secure a position in a third grade classroom in 2005, and continued happily teaching ever since. In 2014, I moved to 4th grade, where I continued to incorporate a BYOD program with students along with incorporating a classroom green screen studio!! Throughout those years of teaching, our classroom was made transparent through the use of a vibrant online blog, where parents, families and other educators could connect with what we were doing together. Classroom Teacher, Grades 3 & 4 (June 2005 - June 2015)• Responsible for educating students in general ed, LBLC and integrated classrooms for over 10 years• Communicate daily with families using Twitter, Vine, Instagram, Constant Contact, Remind texting and email• Support families and educators through classroom blog (Dreaming Big) with thousands of visitors per year• Develop curriculum units, courses and workshops used within our school as well as district-wide i.e. Living Wax Museum, Device Drivers’ License, Native American studies, Common Core, Blogging• My first Next-Gen Educator Evaluation (evidence submitted digitally) was rated Exemplary for 2012-2014Tech Assistant Position (Sept 03 - June 05)• Responsible for over 120 networked Mac & PC computers in lab, classroom and office settings.• Designed and maintained a database of building equipment, software licenses, and user accounts.• Supported students’ learning with Appleworks, MS Office, Kidspiration, Kid Pix and the Internet.• Collected and designed templates and lessons for teachers to complete while conducting classes in the lab.• Developed a monthly Technology Menu to distribute to staff, highlighting technology opportunities.• Conducted mini-workshops for staff to increase their comfort level with technology in the building.• Digitally photographed school events for inclusion in the school web page, yearbook, and slideshows. Show less

Instructor: Adult Computer Education• Responsible for teaching over 14 different computer courses in a regional night school program.• Specialized in teaching & evaluating students at the beginner level, with a heavy emphasis on exploration.• Utilized project-based assessment methods, including rubrics, for those courses requiring student grades.• Developed descriptions, schedules, curriculum, research and handouts for computer courses in brochure. • Designed new, timely… Show more Instructor: Adult Computer Education• Responsible for teaching over 14 different computer courses in a regional night school program.• Specialized in teaching & evaluating students at the beginner level, with a heavy emphasis on exploration.• Utilized project-based assessment methods, including rubrics, for those courses requiring student grades.• Developed descriptions, schedules, curriculum, research and handouts for computer courses in brochure. • Designed new, timely courses to tap into the varied population of adult learners including digital photography, database management, genealogy and website development.• Provided unlimited (lifetime) e-mail support for all registered students, as a supplement to their education.Alternative Education, Grade 12 Computer Instructor• Instructed group of seniors enrolled in structured day program in various computer applications.• Portfolio-based assessment and grading rubrics were used to evaluate students’ progress. Show less

• Volunteer teacher and trainer in an Enhanced Chat Rooms, and on K-6 Message Boards.• Assisted students in the areas of reading, writing, grammar and study skills.• Attended extensive online training courses in community-building, online safety and chat room hosting.• Facilitated online training courses for all AOL teachers in Plagiarism, Copyright and Cheating; how to define, recognize, research and avoid it.

• Provided instruction to students ranging from 6-18 years of age, in the subjects of Math Essentials, Beginning Reading, Academic Reading, Study Skills, Academic Writing, Algebra and Geometry.• Trained new teachers on various Sylvan programs, with an emphasis on their Study Skills program.• Worked as an independent contractor to instruct 8-week long SAT preparation courses.

• Provided computer training to students, faculty and staff in a private, residential school.• Designed database of computer inventories, including maintenance schedules and installed software.• Conducted academic research to determine challenges faced by educators using classroom technology.• Designed a preliminary website for the school's homepage on the Internet.

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Reservation Agent, then promoted to Agency Services Representative. GWV Vacations offers vacation packages and services for families and tourists. The company provides services for roundtrip air transportation, hotel accommodations, roundtrip transfers between airport and hotel, and baggage handling. It also offers on-site service representatives to give information about destinations, as well as tours, excursions, restaurants, and shopping in Caribbean and Mexico. The company is… Show more Reservation Agent, then promoted to Agency Services Representative. GWV Vacations offers vacation packages and services for families and tourists. The company provides services for roundtrip air transportation, hotel accommodations, roundtrip transfers between airport and hotel, and baggage handling. It also offers on-site service representatives to give information about destinations, as well as tours, excursions, restaurants, and shopping in Caribbean and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts. As of December 1, 2006, GWV Vacations is a subsidiary of Apple Vacations, Inc. Show less