Elementary Principal

• Jul 2020 - Present

Administration and leadership at Hilltop Elementary School. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to establish a positive school culture, strong instructional practices, supportive teams that promote teacher efficacy, high growth and achievement, and development of ALL student's potential and whole self. Administration and leadership at Hilltop Elementary School. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to establish a positive school culture, strong instructional practices, supportive teams that promote teacher efficacy, high growth and achievement, and development of ALL student's potential and whole self.

Teaching Instructor

• Sep 2017 - Present

Instructor in the College of Education and Human Development. Currently teaching both undergraduate and graduate pre-service teachers the following class: CI 5307 - Technology for Teaching and Learning Diverse educational technology in K-12 classrooms. Effective use of technology. Computer technologies used to stimulate personal productivity/communication and to enhance teaching/learning processes. *course evaluations available upon request. Instructor in the College of Education and Human Development. Currently teaching both undergraduate and graduate pre-service teachers the following class: CI 5307 - Technology for Teaching and Learning Diverse educational technology in K-12 classrooms. Effective use of technology. Computer technologies used to stimulate personal productivity/communication and to enhance teaching/learning processes. *course evaluations available upon request.

Elementary Principal

• Jun 2019 - Jul 2020

Administration and leadership at Forest Lake Elementary School. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to establish a positive school culture, strong instructional practices, supportive teams that promote teacher efficacy, and high student growth and achievement. Administration and leadership at Forest Lake Elementary School. Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to establish a positive school culture, strong instructional practices, supportive teams that promote teacher efficacy, and high student growth and achievement.

STEM Teacher

• Feb 2013 - Jun 2019

Developed and implemented the Technology & STEM program for students in grades K-5. This included developing standards-based curriculum, lessons, rules and procedures, supplies and infrastructure, and student assessments.Maker-centered/Student-centered education model of teaching that teaches students critical 21st century skills, including: communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Students learn through highly engaging, hands-on projects, that spur excitement in the learning process, encourage creativity, and challenge them to develop and apply essential learning skills.Offer highly popular targeted services extended day classes. Classes include: Coding Club, Camp Invention, STEM & Problem Solving, and Natures Engineers.Leadership Experience-Core Administrative Team - 2017-Current-Camp Propel Summer and Spring Coordinator - 2017-Current-Woodland Marketing and Branding Team Chair - 2016-Current-Woodland Instructional Leadership Team/Building Leadership Team — 2015-Current-ISD 196 Technology 1:1 LTF Steering Team — 2015-Current-Woodland Patrol Advisor/Buses — 2014-Current-Woodland PBIS Committee — 2013-Current-PTO Teacher Representative — 2016-Current-Chair of Woodland Technology Committee — 2013-Current-ISD 196 LMS Selection Committee — 2015-2017-ISD 196 Coding Council — 2013-2015 Show less

Building Technology Coordinator

• Feb 2013 - Jun 2019

Responsible for technology hardware and accounts. Administration of staff accounts and over 300 devices. In charge of all purchases, technology budgets, installation, and maintenance. Developed and implemented strategic plan for improving access and instruction with technology. Implemented interactive classrooms throughout the building. Organized instructional technology integration professional development for teachers. Guided by current educational trends, best practices, TPACK framework, SAMR model, and ISTE standards. Responsible for administering technology and proctoring standardized tests, including: MAP, ACCESS, OLPA, and MCA. Responsible for managing and scheduling sessions.Responsible for all electronic communication. Developed and implemented effective communication strategy. Built the new Woodland public website and internal staff website in line with District 196 rebranding. This included creating marketing strategy, establishing communication channels (social networking, email, etc.), publications, and logo (portfolio available upon request). Show less

Physical Education Teacher

• Aug 2014 - 2015

Taught children in grades K-5 developmentally appropriate physical education instruction that provides them a foundation to be successful in both short-term and long-term educational goals.Focused on activities that promoted cooperation, kindness, and sportsmanship. Guided students during activities to practice positive social behavior, challenge by choice, and leadership.Developed and implemented an Active Recess program for students in grades 3 – 5. Encouraged children to build positive relationships and make positive choices in conjunction with PBIS.Taught PE for Camp Propel targeted services summer program at WL, OR, and DW. Show less

Rosemount Girls Hockey Junior Varsity Head Coach

• May 2013 - Aug 2014