Resumé
EDUCATION:
Nova Southeastern University
M.A. Teaching and Learning, June 2011
Johnson State College
B.F.A. Creative Writing, Magna Cum Laude May 1995
State of Vermont Educator’s License, Endorsement Level/Area 2-05
EXPERIENCE:
LAMOILLE UNION MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL, Hyde Park, VT 8/2016-Present
Technology Integrationist
· Collaborate with and support teachers in implementing our 1:1 iPad program in the classroom, including lesson planning, co-teaching, modeling, and research.
· Assist teachers in using technology effectively to assess student learning, personalize instruction, and provide engaging & relevant learning experiences for students
· Troubleshoot hardware and software issues with iPads and Windows machines
· Plan professional development for faculty based on need and in response to district initiatives, including weekly Lunch n’ Learn series and full- day inservice events
· Oversee iPad management through JAMF software
· Collaborate with special education teachers to provide adaptive technology solutions
· Collaborate with students to incorporate student voice into technology implementation
· Create weekly tech update and maintain strong social media presence to inspire, support, and encourage teacher risk-taking and technology growth
· Develop and support implementation of digital learning experiences that promote digital citizenship and responsibility
· Collaborate and serve as the liaison for Tarrant Institute partnership
· Serve on district and local technology committees
ROWLAND FOUNDATION, South Londonderry, VT 2/15-Present
Rowland Fellow
· Research and evaluate innovative game-based, blended, and personalized learning practices.
· Collaborate with steering committee to implement innovative practices and encourage faculty growth.
· Plan professional development for faculty based on need and in response to district initiatives.
· Network with and visit colleagues far and near, creating relationships to advance knowledge and help faculty improve instructional practices.
· Create educational games for use in the humanities classroom centered on themes of identity and culture.
· Collaborate with student committee to playtest games, discuss educational initiatives, and garner feedback.
LAMOILLE UNION MIDDLE SCHOOL, Hyde Park, VT 8/99-6/2016
Teacher
· Instructed 7th and 8th grade Language Arts classes according to Common Core State Standards, employing strategies to engage students through creativity, innovation, and choice.
· Co-created lessons and taught interdisciplinary, technology-rich curriculum centered on themes of identity, culture, freedom and survival.
· Differentiated instruction through project- and games-based learning
· Collaborated on and implemented interdisciplinary units centered on the use of the Cricket Hill Trails while addressing issues of food systems, climate change, and activism
· Produced and directed successful annual musical theater production as founder and director of performing arts company.
· Led transition to 1:1 iPad program by piloting digital curriculum and leading professional development.
· Originated, planned and coordinated annual school-wide events including 8th grade trip to NYC, poetry slam, Ikidarod race, Young Playwrights Project, and NYC fundrace
· Served on various committees including professional learning community (PLC), school leadership, technology, dance education, student council, and community connections.
FALL MOUNTAIN REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, Langdon, NH 8/97-1/99
Teacher
· Designed and instructed student-centered, standards-based lessons tailored to the unique needs of diverse freshman and sophomore English classes
· Established and maintained lasting rapport with students, parents, paraeducators, and administrators
· Created and facilitated after-school mountain bike club
BELLOWS FALLS UNION HIGH SCHOOL, Westminster, VT 8/96-6/97
Teacher
· Designed and instructed high-interest lessons for three freshmen team English classes
· Collaborated with interdisciplinary teachers to create wrap-around program for struggling learners
MOUNT MANSFIELD SKI ACADEMY, Stowe, VT 11/95-4/96
Tutor
· Tutored six high school students grades 9-11 in English and French according to curricula outline provided by public and home-school teachers
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Deeper Learning, San Diego, March 2018 (Presenter)
SXSWEdu, Austin, TX, March 2018
Green Mountain Capstone Symposium, Castleton, July 2017
iPads, Universal Design for Learning, & Special Education, Castleton, July 2017
Schoology Next, Chicago, July 2017
EDCI 325 Leadership & Technology, University of Vermont, Spring 2017
Deeper Learning, San Diego, March 2017
SXSWEdu, Austin, TX, March 2017
Rowland Conference, Burlington, VT, October 2016, 2017
JAMF Jumpstart, Hyde Park, VT, August 2016
Apple Tech Update, Burlington, VT, May 2016
Dynamic Landscapes, Burlington, VT, May 2016
Courage to Lead retreat, Portland, OR, May 2016
Deeper Learning, San Diego, March, 2016
CUE, Palm Springs, CA, March 2016
SXSWedu, Austin, TX, March 2016
FETC, Orlando, FL, January 2016
Rowland Conference, Burlington, VT, October 2015
Teacher Quest: Institute of Play, NYC, August, 2015
CUE Conference, San Diego, CA, March 2015, 2016
Dynamic Landscapes: Presenter (Game-based learning), May 2014
Arts in Literacy Workshop, Flynn Center for the Arts, December 2013
iPad Summit, EdTech Teacher, April 2013
Professional Learning Community Conference, Solution Tree, February 2013
Weston Playhouse Teachers’ Workshop, April 2012
Text Analysis With and Through the Theater Arts, Castleton State College, June 2012
Broadway Teachers Workshop June 2012
VITA-Learn Conference, Nov. 2010, 2013
Principal's Toolkit: Writing Strand; Lamoille Area Professional Development Academy, Jan 2010
VT NEA Educator's Convention: Integrating Technology, Oct 2009
Additional professional development upon request
Apple Distinguished School 2017-2019
Apple Teacher 2017
2004 LUMS Teacher of the Year, 2012 nominee
Recommendations:
from LUHS Principal, Brian Schaffer
from LUMS Principal, Wendy Savery
from CMS Academic Technology Director and mentor, Marc Gilbertson