Experience

Johns Hopkins University School of Education

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Workforce Registry Project Lead

  • Nov 2022 - Present



Seattle Pacific University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Guest Lecturer

  • Mar 2020 - Present

  Teach courses in the graduate teacher education program: • EDTC 6432 Computer Authoring (online) • EDTE 5944 DEL Certificate Portfolio Assessment (online) Teach courses in the graduate teacher education program: • EDTC 6432 Computer Authoring (online) • EDTE 5944 DEL Certificate Portfolio Assessment (online)



FIRST THINGS FIRST .

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Professional Development System Specialist

  • Feb 2018 - Nov 2022

  • Plan and facilitate the Professional Development Workgroup (PDWG) and all subcommittees • Oversee grant to administer state’s early childhood workforce registry database system and early childhood college scholarships • Develop backend data transfer agreements with various early childhood training organizations • Coordinate with registry developer to write specs for registry customizations and work and lead problem-solving conversations • Provide early learning workforce professional development and adult learning theory subject matter expertise in the development of strategic planning and funding decisions • Promote high quality best practices and evidence-based programming by conducting research and analysis using local, state and national resources and data • Manage and facilitate implementation of First Things First statewide and regional early learning and professional development strategies • Develop promotional, training materials, and continuing education resources for early childhood workforce registry and online training subscriptions including tutorial videos • Oversee external marketing contractor to manage early childhood workforce website and email campaigns Show less



Bertschi School

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Librarian

  • Aug 2016 - Sep 2017

  • Designed and facilitated dynamic learning experiences about using school library & technology program materials and services for students, faculty, and parents • Planned and led technology- and literacy-themed professional development workshops • Served on the technology committee, helping to meet the technology goals of the school’s strategic plan • Performed yearly school library program evaluation and used results to make data- and research-informed decisions about collection development • Planned and implemented library curriculum based on American Association of School Librarians (AASL) and International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards • Facilitated community-wide events including Battle of the Books and Book Swap • Trained and supervised parent and student volunteers • Mentored student teacher earning a School Library endorsement Show less



Seattle Pacific University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instructional Design Consultant

  • Jan 2016 - Sep 2017

  • Conducted program evaluation and needs assessment of Library Endorsement Program • Designed Library Endorsement Program outline, aligned with current national standards • Identified, developed, designed, and implemented course blueprints, curriculum, and learning components, including content, formative and summative assessments, and learning activities • Implemented effective instructional approaches in the design and development of online courses and learning management system (LMS) templates Show less



Lakeside School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Summer School Librarian

  • Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Engaged faculty in planning, developing and assessing digital and information literacy instruction • Conducted research conferences with students using Dr. Kahlthau’s Guided Inquiry Design model • Recommended and supplied faculty with online subject guides (LibGuides), library materials, and resources • Designed and facilitated dynamic learning experiences about using school library & technology program materials and services for students, faculty, and parents • Engaged faculty in planning, developing and assessing digital and information literacy instruction • Conducted research conferences with students using Dr. Kahlthau’s Guided Inquiry Design model • Recommended and supplied faculty with online subject guides (LibGuides), library materials, and resources • Designed and facilitated dynamic learning experiences about using school library & technology program materials and services for students, faculty, and parents



Seattle Hebrew Academy

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Technology Integration Specialist

  • Aug 2014 - Jun 2016

  • Provided whole school PD and 1:1 coaching for teachers on best practices in educational technology• Developed and implemented a 3-year Technology Plan, performed yearly school technology program evaluations, and communicated findings to stakeholders• Led initiative to align K-8 curriculum with ISTE Standards• Developed and managed strategic relationships with outside vendors (hardware & software)• Served as Teacher Leader on the Technology Task Force team• Facilitated an online badge-learning course in digital citizenship Show less

• Librarian

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2016

  • Managed a dynamic, technology-infused, project-based library environment• Supervised library assistant and parent volunteers• Collaborated with colleagues to establish a vibrant, active, connected library program• Connected and collaborated with outside organizations to enrich the curriculum



The Archer School for Girls

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• New Faculty Coordinator

  • Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

  • Serve as mentor to all incoming faculty members• Host bi-monthly workshops to build community and discuss topics such as: grading and assessment, parent communication, designing effective homework and managing learning differences in the classroom

• Head Librarian

  • Sep 2010 - Jun 2013

  • Supervise full-time assistant librarian• Digitize the library’s resources by developing a library website, blog and social networking presence• Serve as President-Elect board member and former Membership Coordinator of Independent School Library Exchange consortium• Serve as Chairperson on Library Committee in preparation and presentation of accreditation renewal from Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)• Serve on the EdTech Task Force, supporting the one-to-one laptop program• Train and supervise parent volunteers• Co-teach a variety of lessons across departments and grade levels, embedding literacy skills and effective search strategies into the curriculum• Plan and teach faculty workshops on various topics• Oversee a circulation system migration from Follett InfoCentre to Follett Destiny Show less



St. Charles Public Schools

• St Charles, Minnesota, United States

• District Librarian

  • Aug 2008 - Jun 2010

  • Managed two libraries and two library assistants • Planned and taught media lessons to kindergarten through sixth grade students • Acquired and prepared materials for use • Oversaw daily operation, updates, and trouble-shooting of library circulation system (Follett Winnebago Spectrum) • Effectively accommodated a number of students with various learning and behavioral needs • Ordered, maintained and repaired all audio-visual equipment for district • Facilitated annual Scholastic book fair Show less