Experience

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  Columbus city schools - ohio

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2012

  Math and science leadership specialist/science teacher

  Hilltonia Middle School (2010-1012)Indianola Math, Science, and Technology Middle School (2005-2010)The primary focus of this position was to increase student achievement and academic growth in science at the middle school level through the enhancement of the science learning environment, increased academic rigor, and promotion of active student engagement in learning. To accomplish this goal, I developed and utilized inquiry-based teaching methods to engage students in science curriculum aligned with state standards, created/facilitated after-school STEM clubs, and formed STEM-related community partnerships. Show less

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  Columbus city schools - ohio

  Jun 2012 - Jan 2017

  The primary focus of this part-time position was to provide leadership, teaching and learning support to Columbus City Schools in STEM program development, implementation, professional development, partnership development/collaboration, and grants.• Projects included Million LEGOs for Kids Partnership; Summer School STEM Design Challenges; STEM feeder pattern integrated STEM lesson resources; Engineering is Elementary (EiE) Programming and Expansion in collaboration with The Ohio State University, Family Literacy & Numeracy Academy district-wide community event, Spare Parts movie showing and expert panel student/community events highlighting and promoting the successes of diverse populations in STEM fields.• Assisted with other aspects of curriculum development, implementation, and professional development Show less The primary focus of this part-time position was to facilitate the development and implementation of the Eastside Health Sciences Academies involving schools (grades K-12) in the East HS feeder pattern in collaboration with Ohio State East Hospital. • Coordinated partnerships between the district, schools, and community organizations• Coordinated and facilitated professional development in collaboration with community partners• Developed vertically aligned health science curricular themes for each grade-level K-12 for integration into everyday teaching and learning Show less Provided district-wide and building-level support to K-12 classroom teachers; Developed teacher capacity by conducting workshops, conferences, webinars, and teacher training institutes for Columbus City Schools(CCS) teachers/administrators in order to improve the quality of science instruction in CCS; Developed new and innovative professional development methods such as video tutorials, webinars, and on-line PD modules; Researched, evaluated, and purchased new science curriculum materials, supplies and equipment; Coordinated science curriculum committees and advisory boards to align district curriculum materials and assessments to state standards with the purpose of maintaining continuity of high-quality instruction throughout the district; Supervised the operations, use, and professional development of Spruce Run - Columbus City School’s environmental educational center, Discovery Dome portable planetarium, as well as other district science resources available to teachers; Developed and maintained the CCS Science Department Website; Managed the SEED partnership program with Franklin County Metro Parks focusing on environmental science for all 5th Grade students in the district; Coordinated a partnership program introducing physics to 4th Grade students in 6 schools with the National Hockey League’s Columbus Blue Jackets; Implemented a pilot program in conjunction with the Ohio Historical Society involving the science of archaeology for K-8 students; Functioned as an adjunct professor for Ashland University continuing education courses; Supervised the Columbus City Schools Technology and Engineering exhibit at the Ohio State Fair, which was awarded the “2012 and 2013 Best Exhibit” and “2013 People’s Choice Award”. Show less

  • STEM Special Projects Coordinator

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  • Health Sciences Academies Program/Curriculum Coordinator

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  • District Curriculum - Science

    Jun 2012 - May 2015
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  Independent

  Jan 2014 - now

  Innovative teaching and learning/stem education consultant

  Provides leadership, assistance, and advocacy for PK-12 STEM/STEAM program development and implementation, facilitates a variety of STEM/STEAM professional development workshops, provides STEM curricular resources and other supports to a variety of formal and informal educational organizations including state boards of education, school districts, individual schools, and informal education institutions.Current and Past collaborations include: Texas Education Agency(Department of STEM), Ohio Department of Education (Science/STEM Departments), Cape Girardeau Public Schools (MO), Kennett Public Schools(MO), Woodland R-IV PK-12 (MO), Columbus City Schools (OH), Gahanna Jefferson Public Schools (OH), Whitehall Public Schools (OH), Holy Family Catholic School (FL). Show less

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  Msp grant in collaboration with teaching and learning collaborative (tlc)

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2017

  (ssam) science standards alignment model writing team member

  Responsibilities included comparing both the content rigor and relevance of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to that of Ohio's Learning Standards for Science, assisting with the development of a crosswalk document, and developing visions into practice instructional tasks that include NGSS cross-cutting concepts and science and engineering practices.

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  The ohio state university

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

  Program coordinator/gra

  The primary focus of this position was to develop and provide professional development in PK-12 schools, conduct research, and provide organizational assistance to university faculty.• Assisted with grant planning and oversight; budget administration• Co-developed/facilitated a year-long professional development program for elementary teachers focused on STEM• Co-developed a national Modeling Instruction curriculum for HS biology in collaboration with The American Modeling Teachers Association (AMTA)• Co-planned and facilitated teacher workshops and on-going professional development sessions• Conducted research related to the implementation of Modeling Instruction Show less

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  Ohio state school for the blind

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

  Grant program manager

  The primary focus of this position was to provide on-site daily program support and was responsible for administration, curriculum, community partnerships and student management of program components.• Facilitated program development in alignment with grant requirements and served as a liaison to school administrator, teachers, and program staff• Provided administrative oversight and curriculum development to support academic intervention, skill-based youth development service-learning opportunities, parent engagement activities, and community involvement• Compiled data related to outcome measures Show less

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  Southeast missouri state university

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2023

  Assistant professor, pk-12 stem education

  The primary focus of this position was to provide STEM education leadership, instruction, and support to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in education and careers in PreK-12 education, provide support to the university and regional partners through service, and engage in scholarly activities.• Designed and facilitated undergraduate and graduate-level courses including but not limited to integrated educational technology; STEM content methods (science, math, agriculture ed, and FCS), general pedagogy, and educational field supervision• Supervised, evaluated, and supported teacher candidates during field experiences• Coordinated the MAT STEM graduate program• Conducted research related to STEM/STEAM education, programming and leadership, educational technology, and professional development. • Provided service to the university and community through participation in various committees and organizations• Engaged and partnered with the PK-12 educational community• Engaged and collaborated with the EDvolution Center, an innovative teaching and learning center within the College of Education, Health and Human Studies that provides technology-related support, tools, resources, and training for students, teacher candidates, and faculty Show less

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  Eie

  Jan 2021 - now

  Certified educator specialist

  Professional development provider for EiE. EiE is an award-winning curriculum division of the Museum of Science, Boston. It is research-based, hands-on curricula that introduce learners to the engineering design process and create the next generation of problem solvers. EiE programs in engineering and in newly developed integrated computer science approach, along with STEM nights and families activities empower elementary students to think creatively as they identify and solve challenges in a real-world context. Show less

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  Valle catholic schools

  Jul 2023 - now

  Principal (k-8)