Experience

School Health Corporation

• United States
• Medical Device
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Training and Development Specialist

  • Jul 2023 - Present

  Deliver professional development using Adult Learning Theory to support the implementation of Health Ready curriculum. I am also a certified as an Autism Exercise Specialist. Deliver professional development using Adult Learning Theory to support the implementation of Health Ready curriculum. I am also a certified as an Autism Exercise Specialist.



Des Moines Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• PE/Health Curriculum Coordinator

  • Jul 2016 - Jun 2023

  Facilitated the design, development, and implementation of a guaranteed and viable standards based K-curriculum. I supported large systematic changes and delivered virtual and in-person professional development on a variety of topics for teachers and building leaders. I planned and supported a professional learning community (PLC) system structure for teachers for equitable access to professional development.

• PE Curriculum Coordinator/ Induction Coach

  • Jul 2013 - Jul 2016

  Established and maintained confidential, and non-evaluative relationships with beginning teachers to help grow their autonomy as teaching professionals. I assisted beginning teachers in the reflection process, analyzing student data to inform instruction. I would co-teach different innovative teaching methodologies to help model and deepen the teaching application of standard-based instruction.



Saydel High School

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

• Secondary Health Teacher

  • Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

  Provided a standards-based, engaging, and health experience for students while encouraging the importance of overall wellness. During this time, I created and implemented a brand new elective health course, focusing on human growth and development.

• Elementary PE/Health Teacher

  • Aug 2009 - Aug 2012

  I created and taught elementary physical education and secondary health lessons for students. I collaboratively designed a scope and sequence to align our district units and lessons to ensure access and equity. I actively participated in leading and creating professional development.