Tara Kissel, Ph.D Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas Area

Division Of Technology

-Developed needs based strategies and training modules to meet business goals -Designed workshops to promote best practices for technology integration-Developed learning modules from storyboards in compliance with SCORM standards-Deployment of Coursesite and Blackboard solutions -Managed technology staff virtually and in forward facing position-Created various e-learning applications and tool kits-Delivered continuing education modules synchronous and asynchronous for staff and administration -Designed and implemented testing programs and custom applications to support LMS-Provided oversight to network infrastructure teams in support of the LMS deployment-Ability to effectively integrate open network learning environments in traditional and e-learning classrooms-Creation and implementation of new curriculum for adult learners

Harmony School Of Nature

-Designed workshops to promote best practices for technology integration-Designed both synchronous and asynchronous online courses and modules on demand-Coached leadership, supplementary staff, and parents in the usage of a variety of computer programs -Developed and deployed STEM initiatives -Developed modernized curriculum for departments, managers, instructors, and administration -Designed and deliver creative lessons to teach subject matter with 21st-century skills in mind -Proctored and manage e-learning environments -Create curriculum to meet state standards and individual student needs-Writing technology curriculum

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

-Prepare lesson plans for day to day activities -Create curriculum for entire 12 weeks block to cover state standards and individual student needs -Manage classroom behavior and environment to produce a safe and engaging learning environment -Design and deliver creative lessons to teach subject matter with 21st century skills in mind -Prepare students for all up-coming standardized tests-Proctor e-learning environments where I must provide tutoring in subjects including math, science, reading, writing, social studies and electives; while maintaining technology standards and best practices -Communicate with other staff and administration to continue to develop curriculum -Communication with parents about all aspects of student education strategies -Complete duties outside of the classroom including monitoring pick up and drop off and regulating behavior during transitions

Phoenix, Arizona Area

-Prepare lesson plans for day to day activities -Create curriculum for entire 12 weeks block to cover state standards and individual student needs -Manage classroom behavior and environment to produce a safe and engaging learning environment -Design and deliver creative lessons to teach subject matter with 21st century skills in mind -Prepare students for all up-coming standardized tests-Proctor e-learning environments where I must provide tutoring in subjects including math, science, reading, writing, social studies and electives; while maintaining technology standards and best practices -Communicate with other staff and administration to continue to develop curriculum -Communication with parents about all aspects of student education strategies -Complete duties outside of the classroom including monitoring pick up and drop off and regulating behavior during transitions

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Learning Technologies

Bs, Secondary English Education

Activities and Societies: Kappa Kappa Psi

Masters, Educational/Instructional Technology