Independent Travel Agent

• Sep 2022 - Present

I am honored to be an independent travel agent affiliated with one of the largest cruise companies in the world, Cruise Brothers. Cruise Brothers has the buying power to offer the travel industry's best pricing and travel amenities. As an affiliate of Cruise Brothers, I can offer you exclusive pricing and perks, that beat the cruise line offers! My Travel Services: -Independent Cruises -Group Cruises -River Cruises -Luxury Cruises -Corporate Travel -All-Inclusive Resorts -Land Vacations -Shore Excursions -Travel Insurance -Personal assistance during the trip My goal is to provide truly exceptional personal service and help you plan trips that will provide beautiful memories for years to come. I'm passionate about making you happy and will go above and beyond to ensure superb customer service. Whatever type of trip you’re dreaming of, I’ve got it all covered. Get in touch today and let me take care of the rest. Show less

Retired

• Jun 2020 - Sep 2022

K-5 Instructional Technology

• Aug 2013 - May 2020

Planned and implemented engaging lessons integrating technology using ISTE, district, and Common Core standards Fostered oral language development using Kagan cooperative learning strategies and group projects Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students’ needs and interests Created classroom website with lesson activities and video tutorials Implemented Google Classroom in grades K-5 Planned and led staff development on technology topics Maintained technology inventory and check-out of Chromebooks and iPads, Setup and maintained Kemp Elementary website Show less

5th grade teacher

• Aug 2012 - May 2013

Planned and implemented engaging lessons incorporating higher level thinking questions using district and state standards Implemented interactive learning journals, student portfolios, goal setting and student led conferences Served on the District Accountability Committee Planned and implemented engaging lessons incorporating higher level thinking questions using district and state standards Implemented interactive learning journals, student portfolios, goal setting and student led conferences Served on the District Accountability Committee

5th grade teacher

• Aug 2001 - Jun 2012

Wrote and developed district science curriculum and formative assessments as a member of the district science cadre Coordinated and planned a 3 day overnight outdoor education field trip Coordinated and organized school science fair Instructed remedial science summer school Wrote and developed district science curriculum and formative assessments as a member of the district science cadre Coordinated and planned a 3 day overnight outdoor education field trip Coordinated and organized school science fair Instructed remedial science summer school

5th grade teacher

• Aug 1994 - May 2001

Instructed students using reading and writing workshops Implemented student run news broadcast for morning announcements District certified Trainer for ClarisWorks word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing and database. Instructed students using reading and writing workshops Implemented student run news broadcast for morning announcements District certified Trainer for ClarisWorks word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing and database.

4th Grade teacher

• Aug 1990 - May 1994

Instructed gifted language arts and low math group Implemented a math club for fourth graders Served as network administrator for computer lab Provided professional development on laserdisc technology and new computer programs Instructed gifted language arts and low math group Implemented a math club for fourth graders Served as network administrator for computer lab Provided professional development on laserdisc technology and new computer programs

3rd Grade Teacher

• Aug 1989 - May 1990

Created and implemented engaging thematic lessons Integrated technology with classroom computers. Created and implemented engaging thematic lessons Integrated technology with classroom computers.