Devan Dixon
Instructional Technology Specialist at Bishop Ireton HS- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Apple Certified Teacher
AppleJan, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Postgraduate Professional License: History and Social Studies
Virginia Department of EducationJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Social Studies 6-12 Teaching Certificate
The Florida Department of EducationJul, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Google Certified Educator
GoogleMar, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
CPR/AED/First Aid
American Red Cross
Experience
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Bishop Ireton HS
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Instructional Technology Specialist
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Aug 2020 - Present
• Collaborate with department leaders and members to drive staff/student technology engagement, using strategic planning and analysis skills regarding budgeting, evaluation, and procurement of resources.• Assist the Director of Technology with planning of rollout and conducting periodic needs assessment/evaluations related to the technology requirements of school.• Manage various databases to ensure complete data import and functioning of learning management and database systems.• Plan, coordinate, schedule and teach school and diocesan-wide instructional technology and professional development workshops, in-service training, staff development sessions and other learning opportunities to assist with professional growth and technology integration. • Facilitated accreditation of school through effective data management, collaboration in order to highlight school and teacher educational accomplishments, securing successful re-accreditation status. • Oversee implementation and use of Blackbaud Learning Management System through continued testing and training to enhance student and staff use, to maximize impact on learning and data management processes.• Create and model best practices for technology integration in all content areas. Show less
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High School Social Studies Teacher
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Aug 2020 - Present
• Design and deliver Advanced Placement Human Geography curriculum to prepare students for college level critical thinking, geographic understanding and analysis as part of AP studies. • Model technology use and map/data analysis, utilizing various public programs from ArcGIS software, Population Reference Bureau, and United Nations, expanding College Board curriculum. • Differentiate instruction methods to support all learners at all stages of their education pathway.• Increase course engagement through maintenance of 75% passage rate on AP exam, outperforming national passage rates. Show less
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Academy of the Holy Names
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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High School Social Studies Teacher
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Feb 2012 - Aug 2020
• Provided 8+ years of impassioned instruction to 115 high school students, providing an energetic and engaging environment to maximize delivery of educational content. • Developed high-level curriculum for social studies department ensuring commitment to state and school curriculum standards, streamlining course process for students. • Strengthened Advanced Placement Human Geography course through adoption of the College Board’s Curriculum and Exam Description format and integration of technology, leading to a student pass rate of 85% or higher on AP exam. • Facilitated creation, development, and growth of school’s Key Club student organization using expert planning and organization skills, driving club membership to include 125 students. Maintained budgets for Key Club and Freshmen and Sophomore Grade Level accounts ensuring accurate accounting for conferences, events, and necessary supplies. • Supervised various committees, including Accreditation Committee, Faculty Advisory Committee, Grading Committee, Future Student Devices Committee, and Wellness Committee, using project timeline management and leadership skills to motivate members to various goal achievements and renovated programs affecting both faculty and staff. Sophomore Grade Level Coordinator Wellness Committee Accreditation Team Leader Future Student Devices Committee Member Innovative Fellowship Recipient 2014-2016 Show less
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Arizona State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Assistant Grader
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Sep 2019 - May 2020
• Evaluated 300 and 400 level undergraduate history and religion course work submissions while completing my own postgraduate studies. • Coordinated closely with professors to ensure clarity and integrity of assessment process while providing productive environment for critical evaluation and feedback for students. • Sharpened critical analysis skills through the evaluation of essays, discussions, and exams and accelerated grading for 3 separate undergraduate courses. • Evaluated 300 and 400 level undergraduate history and religion course work submissions while completing my own postgraduate studies. • Coordinated closely with professors to ensure clarity and integrity of assessment process while providing productive environment for critical evaluation and feedback for students. • Sharpened critical analysis skills through the evaluation of essays, discussions, and exams and accelerated grading for 3 separate undergraduate courses.
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Substitute Teacher
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Oct 2011 - Jun 2012
• Assumed responsibility for general education, special education, and dual language classrooms as a fill-in teacher, providing continuity of lesson plans in accordance with teachers’ guideline and school curriculum, while enhancing learning process. • Utilized a hands-on approach towards teaching, combing projects, reports, assignments, and discussions into all core subject areas including gym, music, art, science, and social studies. • Accurately administered College Board Advanced Placement exams for 4 subjects. Show less
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Hilton
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Guest Service Agent
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Mar 2010 - Sep 2011
• Responsible for registering and checking-in/out guests at various properties, include luxury property. • Ensured hotel cashiering procedures were followed, including credit card/debit card authorization and billing, check authorization and payments, cash payments and handling, and daily audit procedures. • Provided top level customer service to all guests, including reservations, issues, complaints, and questions. • Responsible for handling and processing various reports that supported the operations of the property, including high-balances, credit card statues, reservations numbers, room blocks, cancellations, no-shows, and group bookings. Show less
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The Limited
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United States
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Retail
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500 - 600 Employee
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Sales Support Associate
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Jan 2007 - Mar 2010
• Provided high level customer service and retails sales to customers, including the payment and returns process. • Assisted with end of day accounting process and money deposits. • Worked to process and place incoming freight shipments. • Assisted in the planning and execution of monthly floor-sets and merchandise updates, including advertisements and promotional signage. • Provided high level customer service and retails sales to customers, including the payment and returns process. • Assisted with end of day accounting process and money deposits. • Worked to process and place incoming freight shipments. • Assisted in the planning and execution of monthly floor-sets and merchandise updates, including advertisements and promotional signage.
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Education
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2019 - 2020
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - MA, History -
2006 - 2009
University of South Florida
BA, Anthropology and History -
2011 - 2011
Hillsborough Community College
Education -
2005 - 2006
Saint Mary's College
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