James Tyler Erwin

Experience

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  Goshen Local Schools

  Feb 2011 - Jul 2012

  English Tutor

  Independently design a sophomore English curriculum that focuses on reading, writing, and test-taking skills for "at-risk" and special education students. Create and modify lesson plans to fit the needs of the individual student. Conduct learning interventions daily. Facilitate progress in Language Arts skills through practical and engaging lesson plans. Lead a full-sized classroom, chart student progress, and utilize digital tools to enhance learning.

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  Glen Este High School

  Jul 2012 - Jun 2013

  Special Education Teacher

  Apply co-teaching strategies in a variety of academic settings, direct instruction, monitor learning, and manage classroom behavior. Develop, draft, and adhere to Individualized Education Plans according to federal/state standards. Conduct IEP meetings, coordinate with parents and staff, and collaborate to assemble lesson/unit plans. Modify assessments and assignments with research-based accommodations and modifications.

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  Norwood Middle School

  Jun 2013 - Jun 2017

  Language Arts Teacher

  Apply co-teaching strategies, direct instruction, monitor learning, and manage classroom behavior. Develop Common Core aligned Language Arts curriculum. Design a classroom website integrating educational technologies. Deliver well-rounded, technology-based assessments and lessons; collect data, assess learning, and inform instruction.

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  Norwood City Schools

  Aug 2014 - Jun 2017

  Technology Integration Specialist

  Explore new educational technologies; deliver technology-related professional development. Design a monthly technology newsletter, attend technology conferences, and build a personal learning network. Perform instructional coaching cycles with colleagues. Fix malfunctions with school technologies; ensure a stable classroom environment.

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  Forward Edge

  May 2017 - now

  As the Assistant Director of the Curriculum and Integration department, I manage daily operations and hiring for a 15-person team. Along with that, I play a key role in developing and implementing strategies to improve department efficiency and effectiveness and collaborate with project teams to drive company initiatives.My responsibilities include:-Assisting in driving the company’s growth and success by implementing department strategies.-Leading the interview and hiring process for new instructional technology coaches.-Conducting annual employee reviews, providing feedback for growth and development.-Developing and delivering intra-departmental training and professional development programs.-Fostering a positive department culture, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration, and guiding direct reports.-Coordinating learning initiatives, such as colleague shadowing, site visits, and overseeing the buddy program.-Overseeing salary negotiations for new hires and promotions within the department.-Collaborating with Google for Education to plan, develop, and execute the team's vision for the 2022 and 2023 iterations of the Adaptive Learning Lab. Show less As an Instructional Design Coach at Forward Edge, I support local school districts in their efforts to integrate technology more effectively and improve teaching and learning through research-based best practices. My responsibilities include:-Collaborating with the Forward Edge team to develop learning programs for schools and districts.-Mentoring and coaching teachers on integrating technology with a focus on pedagogy.-Designing and delivering K-12 professional development on instructional technology and educational practices.-Evaluating and communicating effective technology integration techniques to staff.-Assisting districts and schools in exploring new instructional technology solutions.-Creating content for the Edge•U Badges platform and assist with team projects.-Working with curriculum departments and district administration for planning, observation, co-teaching, and modeling effective technology integration. Show less

  • Assistant Director of Curriculum and Integration

    Jun 2020 - now

  • Instructional Design Coach

    May 2017 - Jun 2020