Passionate, creative, life-long learner and progressive educator teaching through a social justice lens. Motivated and effective teacher facilitating relevant, purposeful learning using current standards, methods, research, and best practices to teach the whole child. Developing engaged citizens through critical thinking and both independent and collaborative processes is a priority.
Sonoma State UniversityRohnert Park, CAExpected in 2011 ā āMaster of Arts:Education - GPA:
Emphasis in Reading and Language, focus in New Literacies and Education Technology
Sonoma State UniversityRohnert Park, CAExpected in 2009 ā āCA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential : - GPA:
Sonoma State UniversityRohnert Park, CAExpected in 2006 ā āBachelor of Arts:Sociology - GPA:
Work History
The Y Of Central Maryland - Teacher Columbia, MD, 01/2021 - 06/2021
Successfully transitioned into full-time position mid-year
Developed relationships with students and created responsive classroom experiences
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards
Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting
Transitioned from all virtual to on-campus hybrid model, then to full in-person learning smoothly within four months
Consistently collaborated and communicated with grade-level team
The Y Of Central Maryland - Teacher Germantown, MD, 08/2015 - 07/2020
Created student-responsive Humanities programs anchored in social-justice framework and standards
Facilitated learning environments using individual and group strategies for a variety of learning styles and needs
Motivate learners to engage and respond to content and each other while setting high expectations
Provide blended learning experiences, encourage use of tech tools by students and colleagues in order to encourage relevancy, variety, opportunity for creativity
Communicated frequently to provide feedback, inform, and connect with families
Served on Tech Committee; created and facilitated Google Drive, Docs, Slides, and Calendar teacher trainings; provided ongoing individual peer support
Chaired Service Learning Committee; drafted 5-year plan; implemented initial steps in school-wide service learning initiative
Created and led "Tech Squad" elective; 10 students provided support for 25 adult staff and chose tech-oriented personal growth project
Advised Student Council for four years; initiated and embedded school-wide service and awareness campaigns
Raised $28K for non-profit global and community organizations through 2 annual events
Planned and led 20 students on 5-day overnight trips to Washington DC for four years; restructured program through social justice lens
Initiated, planned, coordinated and executed 10 community events, including learning exhibitions and social giving campaigns
Chair of WASC accreditation Educational Program reporting committee
Marquette University - Adjunct Professor Milwaukee, WI, 12/2014 - 06/2015
Developed and facilitated class for teaching credential candidates based on state requirements, class description and syllabus
Provided mentorship, resources, guidance and instruction to pre-service teachers in support of earning CA teaching credential
Evaluated assignments and provided feedback on best practices, understanding individual student motivation and needs, and communication with families, support staff, and administration
Encouraged students to integrate use of technology into classroom practice; acted as and provided models and resources
The Y Of Central Maryland - Teacher Baltimore County, MD, 07/2011 - 07/2015
Developed a classroom culture for all learners built on growing character strengths and personal responsibility, & building positive relationships with students and families
Researched, created and facilitated relevant instructional units to 6th, 7th, 8th grades in English, Science, History using current standards (CCSS, NGSS)
Experience with FOSS, CPO, TCI/History Alive!, McDougal-Littell, Houghton-Mifflin curricula, Common Sense Media
Collaborated with staff and students to provide integrated, project-oriented learning
Facilitated and attend 6th grade outdoor education and other field trips; advisor to Student Council
Wrote and successfully obtained three major grants for student laptops in middle school (2010, 2011, 2012)
Early adopter of technology use in education; acted as EdTech support for all staff, especially with adoption of GAFE, Chromebook carts and 1:1 iPads
Petaluma City Schools District - EdTech Coach City, STATE, 10/2014 - 07/2015
Encouraged teachers to appreciate iPad adoption with positive attitude; offered models of tech use and teacher/classroom needs
Supported teachers with set-up and use of lessons, tools, strategies to integrate use of iPads and Chromebooks
Aided in managing 1:1 iPad deployment on site; acting liaison between district office and school site
Created and facilitated professional development with emphasis on Google Suite (Drive, Sites, Chrome, Search), Google Classroom, iPads and district-selected apps
Offered drop-in hours, sessions, and online communication for staff who needed assistance
Planned parent education regarding digital citizenship and home/school connection in iPad deployment
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