Computer Science & Cybersecurity Teacher, Tennis Coach

• Aug 2017 - Present

Code.org CSP Facilitator

• Feb 2019 - Present

Facilitate code.org AP Computer Science Principles workshops. Facilitate code.org AP Computer Science Principles workshops.

Director Of Education

• Sep 2019 - Aug 2022

Special Research Associate, College of Engineering

• Aug 2017 - Aug 2021

Co-author and Co-PI of Lunar Caves Analog Test Sites (LCATS) $1.24M NASA grant in collaboration with the WEX Foundation. LCATS is an advanced four year Space-STEM learning curriculum. The LCATS program environment engages a pipeline of motivated middle and high school students to assist aerospace professionals solve real-world space exploration technology development challenges through investigations of science experiments, space exploration mission operations, technology development, and habitability system architectures for Space-STEM learning performance. Show less

Associate Director, Texas Prefreshman Engineering Program (TexPREP)

• May 2013 - Aug 2017

The Prefreshman Engineering Program (PREP) provides a challenging academic program designed to motivate and prepare middle and high school students for success in advanced studies leading to careers in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). PREP is a national program with an emphasis on increasing the number of women and minorities in STEM fields. As an academically intense, mathematics-related summer program, PREP stresses the development of abstract reasoning, problem solving skills, and their application. By encouraging the participation of the multicultural population of San Antonio, PREP is a "Closing the Gaps" program and aims at contributing to the educational and economic development of the region.As Associate Director, Joules: 1. Conducts ongoing & rigorous review of PREP curriculum under a continuous improvement approach, evaluates its effectiveness in preparing students for success in undergraduate STEM education, & makes revisions as necessary. 2. Ensures curriculum alignment with appropriate standards. 3. Implements appropriate pedagogical strategies based on research & best practices associated with STEM education. 4. Employs instructors for the PREP program with demonstrated experience for effective STEM instruction, & conducts professional development for instructors that addresses best practices in effective STEM education. 5. Designs & implements an instructor evaluation system. 6. Assists in planning, developing, organizing & coordinating operations of PREP. 7. Supervises & manages staff assigned to this position. 8. Prepares summer academic schedule & generates faculty & staff assignments. 9. Assists with handling memorandum of understanding with ISDs & colleges & universities. 10. Represents the PREP program at meetings & conduct presentations as needed. 11. Assists in the development of public relations, marketing & recruitment materials & annual reports. 12. Assists with writing & submitting grants. Show less

Executive Director

• Jan 2013 - Apr 2013

Program Coordinator

• Nov 2012 - Apr 2013

• Coordinate the operations of the Design Technology and Engineering for All Children (DTEACh) program, the Beyond Blackboards program of DTEACh, and the Grand Challenges Scholars and K12 Partners Program in the Advanced Manufacturing Center • Coordinate with DTEACh and GCSP faculty and program director to execute programs, including institutes, professional development seminars, community events, and conferences • Recruit and register K-12 teacher participants for DTEACh programs • Recruit and adminster GC scholars for GCSP and K12 Partners Program, GCSP Certificate, and Engineering Studies 377 course • Coordinate and maintain communication with teacher participants, classroom mentors including SEEK, GC Scholars, industry, and UT faculty and staff • Coordinate purchasing, reimbursements, time sheets, payments to student workers and consultants, and other institutional documentation related to the programs • Manage assignment and scheduling of student mentors and, in cooperation with local technology-based companies, industry mentors • Maintain content of DTEACh program website, GCSP website, Facebook, and Twitter Show less

STEM Education Specialist

• May 2007 - Oct 2012

• Provide technical assistance and coaching support to T-STEM academy leadership concerning the T-STEM Designation process and implementation of the T-STEM Academy Blueprint. • Develop relationships with local and national programs with close focus on those that provide access to underrepresented groups in STEM. • Coordinate with partners, IHEs and industry to develop opportunities for teachers and students to participate in IHE and/or industry-based internships, apprenticeships, co-ops, service learning and/or capstone projects. • Support the development of regional, state, and national STEM Innovation Networks to stay current with curriculum trends, instruction, technology, assessment, and school systems. • Assist with development of PDIs, materials, models, marketing strategies, white papers, and Center related products and services. • Guide and coordinate the work of STEM Innovation Coaches. • Coordinate work of ad hoc and working teams. • Facilitate K-12 grade math and science educators’ development of design/engineering/technology context for teaching of STEM concepts. • Advance sustainability of professional development institute (PDI) model at the Center by developing fee-for-service professional development materials and institutes in alignment with standards and best practices, focusing on curriculum alignment, project-based learning, and equitable access to rigorous content for all students. Show less

High School Science Teacher

• Aug 2000 - Jul 2006

Science Teacher

• Aug 1998 - Jul 2000

Quality Control Chemist

• 1993 - 1996