Experience

Oak Park Elementary District 97

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Chief Technology Officer

  • Jul 2023 - Present

• Senior Director of Technology

  • Jul 2016 - Aug 2023

  I establish and oversee the technology vision, planning, and execution of strategies to meetdepartment and organizational goals. I manage the day-to-day operations of the technologythe department, which includes: leadership and mentoring of 10 staff, project management,strategic planning of operational and educational procedures, oversight of asset refreshcycles, development, and implementation of cybersecurity and disaster recovery for businesscontinuity, ongoing engagement with key community stakeholders, and the overallmanagement and effective use of over 9,000 hardware assets and over 200 online softwareprograms. In my role, I am a cabinet/executive team member and collaborate daily to serve and drive change in all areas of the organization. Show less

• Director of Technology

  • Jul 2014 - Jun 2016

• Data & Instructional Technology Coach

  • Jul 2012 - Jun 2014

  • Maintain up-to-date student and teacher accounts in Google, MAP (NTE2), Powerschool, and all curriculum online accounts• Collaborate to locate and develop appropriate instructional resources to address student needs• Meet regularly with teachers, teaching teams, and principals to interpret assessment results in order to guide instructional practice• Connect teachers with appropriate resources to address identified student needs• Plan and provide staff development related to effective technology use• Collaborate with teachers to develop student learning experiences that effectively incorporate technology• Model effective technology integration across the curriculum• Monitor and support efforts to achieve student and teacher technology proficiency Show less

• Student Support Specialist

  • Jun 2010 - Jun 2012

  • Led, planned, organized and facilitated a Technology Showcase for parents, students, District Administrators, and Board Members• Led Technology Team which was nominated by District 97 for 2012 Those Who Excel Awards• Assisted in the creation of a School Improvement Plan for the 2011-2012 School Year• Spearheaded and presented two separate proposals for $30,000 and $20,000 technology upgrades (including LCD projectors, document camera, iPads, Smart boards, and speakers)• Planned and presented at staff development and PTO sessions regarding the topics of technology, Response to Intervention (RtI), Positive Behavior Intervention Systems (PBIS), and various instruction strategies for remediation and differentiation • Facilitated the planning and design of a secured entrance, new office and new art room• Organized and led RtI Progress meetings with grade levels every four to six weeks• Planned and coordinated with the Head District Technology Administrator, a year-long SMART certification program for seven teachers and one administrator (myself)• Led building in principal’s absence• Assisted the principal with day-to-day and yearly budget decisions regarding curriculum, instruction, and technology• Analyzed testing data (Dibels, MAP, ISAT) to assist teachers to design instruction and remediation programs (Lexia, Xtra Math, Khan Academy, Ten Marks and general curriculum) for reading and math• Implemented RtI program using Florida Reading Research and Lexia to increase the average MAP reading RIT scores by 5.7% for 33 students• Organized philanthropy activity to donate $1000 to Hephzibah House in Oak Park for children in need• Coordinated after-school programs with Parent Teacher Organization (PTO); average of 75 - 100 kids participating on a daily basis• Resolved disciplinary issues on a day-to-day basis, maintain necessary disciplinary records, and collaborated with parents to resolve disciplinary situations Show less

• Teacher

  • Aug 2007 - Jun 2010

  • Implemented Response to Intervention model through instruction, which led to the increase of reading fluency by 50.5%, addition scores by 42.5%, and subtraction scores by 67% • Executed differentiated instruction in the classroom to meet the needs of all students• Established a positive and structured environment early in the school year to allow students to feel comfortable in their learning environment• Inspired the students to become successful people in our society by teaching necessary character traits• Focused on teaching with various styles to meet the varying levels of needs for each child through Blooms taxonomy and by creating a well rounded student with including the multiple intelligences in lessons• Organized student council fundraisers that raised more than $15,000 to purchase lunchroom games and technology equipment, make donations, and adopt animals Show less



Compass

• United States
• Real Estate
• 700 & Above Employee

• Broker Associate

  • Nov 2017 - Present

  My priority is to understand the needs of my clients and provide them with a high level of service based on honest and knowledgeable information. I have over 12 years of experience in education; which translates to strong communication, efficient time management, and honed research skills that translate to superior service to my real estate clients. I will leverage my research, data analysis, and teaching skills to assist buyers and sellers with a professional and responsive approach to make each transaction smooth and successful. I'm a member of the Jeff Lowe Group – the top producing team for closed residential sales volume in 2012, 2014-2018. My main focus and expertise are the northside neighborhoods of Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Roscoe Village, River North, Logan Square, West Loop, Bucktown, Wicker Park, River West, Streeterville, Andersonville, Uptown and Lincoln Square. Show less



Oak Park and River Forest High School

• Primary and Secondary Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Baseball Coach

  • Aug 2007 - Jan 2014

  • Coached players in the development of physical and mental abilities important to the game • Assisted in practice planning and game management • Sustained knowledge of Illinois high school baseball rules, regulations and eligibility requirements • Participated in all phases of training, coaching, and preparation • Coached players in the development of physical and mental abilities important to the game • Assisted in practice planning and game management • Sustained knowledge of Illinois high school baseball rules, regulations and eligibility requirements • Participated in all phases of training, coaching, and preparation



Camp Invention

• Co-Director

  • Jun 2009 - Feb 2013

  • Implemented the curriculum, which was based off of Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) research • Arranged instructor schedule for camps • Organized camp materials for students and instructors • Led meetings to set proper expectations for camp counselors and instructors • Interacted with parents/community members discussing the daily activities and/or disciplinary issues • Planned budget for the camps and dispersed dollars to appropriate areas • Constructed and delivered daily newsletters for parents in both hard copy and electronic format • Facilitated daily activities during lunch to keep kids engaged and excited Show less



Oak Park School District 97

• Whittier Elementary School

• Summer School Site Supervisor

  • Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  • Prepared and led all informational meetings to discuss/share expectations of summer school program • Collected and organized all curriculum materials for all grade levels • Supervised students and families during arrival/departure procedures • Resolved disciplinary issues on a day-to-day basis • Communicated with parents regarding the students’ attendance and academics • Coordinated the computer lab schedules for the use of online reading program, Lexia • Executed daily walk-throughs to evaluate the instruction being delivered, then provided feedback to help improve teaching methods to best meet the students needs Show less