Experienced Educational Technology Specialist

SUMMARY

A recognized consistent top performer in Technology Integration, Educational Design, Online Education, Personnel Managing and Computer Troubleshooting

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Educational Technology Integration l Educational Design l Online Education using Course Management Systems (Blackboard. WebCT, Moodle, etc.) l Hardware and Software Vendor and Product Selection l Client based Web Design l Student Motivation and Management l Relied upon for computer troubleshooting and technical support.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HS Technology Instructor 2003-present

Westfall High School, Williamsport, OH

• Trained students in Computer Literacy, Video Production and client based Web Design using hybrid online course format.
• Trained students to create Web Pages, Interactive Images and Flash Animation projects while implementing Project Based Learning concepts focused on a specific client’s goals and target audience.
• Supervised student led video news shows, documentaries and public service announcement productions.
• Collaborated with teachers integrating technology within HS curriculum.
• Reviewed and selected textbooks, software and, hardware products for high school technology program.
• Responsible for 1500+ student users administering online course management system and web consent policy.
• Implemented PC and Mac OS troubleshooting techniques reducing down-time.
• Managed student team earning eTech Ohio’s Student Video Contest 2 nd place winner for the South Central region (WOSU). 2007
• Managed student team earning eTech Ohio’s Student Video Contest 1 st place winner for the South Central region (WOSU). 2008

District Web Site Administrator 2003-present

Westfall Local Schools, Williamsport, OH

• Designed and built web pages using a variety of graphics software applications, techniques, and tools while addressing clients’ long and short term communication goals.
• Designed and developed user interface features, site animation, and special-effects elements. 
• Responsible for managing/performing website editorial activities including gathering and researching information that enhance the value of the site. 

High School/Middle School Band Director 1987-2006

Westfall Local Schools, Williamsport, OH

• Instructed students in HS Marching Band, HS Concert Band, HS Jazz Band, HS Music Theory/History, 6 th, 7 th and 8 th Grade instrumental and general music classes
• Integrated technology into music classes with animated drill design, MIDI sequencing, and student composition projects utilizing music sequencing programs.
• *Musical Orchestra conductor (1987-2008), *Supplemental position
• *Technical Director for musical productions (1987-2008), *Supplemental position

Teacher Mentor 2002, 2007
Pickaway County Educational Service Center, Circleville, OH

• Observed and mentored new teachers preparing them for the Praxis III assessment.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

International Society for Technology in Education (2004-present) l Technology Institute for Music Educators (2006) l Member at Large: The Ohio State University Alumni Band Board of Governors (Term: 2006-2009) l Ohio Music Educators Association (1985-2007) l Music Educators National Conference (1985-2007) l North American Brass Band Association (2000-2008) l Assistant Director, The Central Ohio Brass Band (2007-present) l Trombone Section Leader: The Central Ohio Brass Band (2000-2008) l The Central Ohio Brass Band Board of Governors (2005) l The Ohio State University Alumni Band (1999-2008)

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS

• “Podcasting Your Class Content” ; South Central Ohio Computer Association Conference, November 2006
• “Now Hear This: An Introduction to Podcasting in Education” ; Emerging Technologies Session eTech Ohio Conference February 2006
• “Podcasting: Your Classroom ; Your Profession” 2006 eTech Ohio Conference
• “Podcasting in Music Education” ; Midwest Regional Technology Institute for Music Educators Conference, January 2006
• “Podcasting in Personal Media” ; Allied Media Conference, Bowling Green State University June 2006

EDUCATION

• MS Education, Educational Technology- Boise State University 2005
• BS Music Education- The Ohio State University 1987

LICENSURE

• Music K-12
• Technology Education