University of the Cumberlands            May 2016

• Master of Arts in Teaching English (GPA 3.9)

Focus on educational technology, methods, instructional design, and using data and evidence to inform teaching. My practicum experience was executed while at STEAM Academy.

Eastern Kentucky University            May 2012

• Bachelor of Arts in University Studies (GPA 3.9)

2014 – Present STEAM Academy          Lexington, Kentucky

• English 1 – 4 and Journalism Classroom Instructor (Hybrid with Visual and Performing Arts)
  • Facilitating and implementing classroom instruction in English 1,2, and 4.
  • Development of original, standards-aligned curriculum to be implemented in a problem-based, blended learning environment.
  • Develop digital classrooms through Canvas, ensuring that our English courses are 100% online.
  • Assess the accomplishment of students on a regular basis through formative and summative means, providing feedback and progress reports to students and stakeholders.
  • Carry out the district’s philosophy of instructional goals and outcomes, providing feedback as appropriate.
  • STEAM Journalism Sponsor: Facilitate and support STEAM’s Radio Club at WLXU 93.9 FM. Launched www.steamacademynews.com.
  • STLP Coach
• 2006 – 20014 Lafayette High School          Lexington, Kentucky
• LBD Special Education Paraeducator
  • Implement learning strategies, prompting procedures, and behavioral plans that promote dynamic learning in a variety of instructional environments, including classrooms, small groups, and one on one instruction.
  • Contribute relevant, objective information to teachers and administration to facilitate planning, problem solving, and decision making focused on student success.
  • Monitoring of student progress regarding academic performance, social development and behavioral goals.
  • Safe Crisis Management Trained
  • Assist in the planning and execution of Lafayette’s Recognition Assemblies.
• Head Tennis Coach
  • Plan, conduct, and supervise all activities for the girl’s tennis program at Lafayette, consistent with all KHSAA rules and regulations.
  • Responsible for direct supervision and management of all practices, home and away games.
  • Issuing, storing, maintaining, and inventory control of all tennis equipment and supplies.
  • Hiring of assistant coach, including mentoring and professional development.
  • Upholding all athletic guidelines according to the Fayette County Board of Education,
  • Completion of all required KHSAA courses, including Coaches Class, Medical Symposium, CPR Training, Rules Clinics, and Safety Courses.

Deeper Learning & Technology

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