October 2023 - present

ICT Coordinator,

International School of Florence,

Florence, Italy

• Spearhead the implementation of the school's ICT Strategic Plan, aligning technology initiatives with educational goals across two campuses.

• Streamline information systems including iSams and Google Workspace, enhancing operational efficiency and data management capabilities.

• Develop professional development initiatives to elevate digital competencies among staff, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

• Innovate learning environments through the integration of Managebac and Toddle platforms, facilitating comprehensive student management and curriculum planning.

• Consult on budget needs and planning for school wide hardware and subscriptions.

October 2018 – June 2022

Digital Learning Leader,

Stamford American International School,

Singapore, Singapore

• Lead analyst/trainer for Learning Management System implementation

• Inspires and leads learning within the Stamford Community by purposefully and authentically integrating technology to support learning. 

• Provides scaffolded curriculum support, integrated effectively into multiple subject areas

• Utilizes human resources to ensure Stamford’s Digital Learning Model is efficient and sustainable.

• Developes faculty and student skill sets while building confidence and competence across the community.

• Empowers students, staff and the wider community by carefully choosing resources to enhance student learning.

• Works with Stamford’s school community, remaining dedicated to developing the skill sets and confidence of the teaching faculty to ensure the success of all learners.

April 2018 – May 2018

Social and Emotional Learning Behavior Specialist,

(transitional position during relocation of family back to the US)

Mesa Public Schools,

Mesa, Arizona

• Provided general technical assistance to schools on data entry and reporting for Social and Emotional Learning referrals, screenings and interventions. 

• Provided on-site behavioral health consultation and support to high needs students at a Title I school to address barriers that interfere with academic, social and emotional development. Supported administrators, teachers and staff to identify root causes of student behavioral issues and methods to meet students’ social/emotional needs. Consulted across administration to implement policies governing student life and conduct for the classroom. 

• Supported school staff in delivering evidence-based small group interventions and individual counseling interventions. Developed community partnerships and linkages for social services and behavioral health supports for high risk students. Assisted the administration in crisis intervention and emergency response teams.

August 2014 – October 2017

Director of Technology,

Walworth Barbour American International School,

Even Yehuda, Israel

• • Responsible for long and short term strategic and tactical plans, budget planning, and infrastructure development. 

  • Provided communications and community relations support with parent groups, campus events, and online services. 

  • Responsible for managing, supervising, coaching, and evaluating technology department staff.

  • Oversaw technology services including professional development and infrastructure implementation. 

  • Provided online teaching structures for blended learning throughout the school to support technology integration and digital literacy.

  • Developed web-based communication and learning management environments. Designed frameworks for professional learning related to technology integration and digital literacy.

July 2012 – June 2014

Director of Technology,

International Schools Riau,

Sumatra, Indonesia

• • Developed a 3-year strategic technology plan and budget for the school. Designed, created, and put into place a structure for school web presence and learning management systems.

  • Maintained a student owned one-to-one laptop program in the middle school. 

  • Implemented a one-to-one universal access program for classes from preschool to grade 8 with iPads and MacBooks. 

  • Facilitated e-learning programs for the world language department. 

  • Provided teacher, parent, and student technology training. 

  • Modeled technology instruction, employing a variety of collaboration. 

  • Responsible for computer-based standardized testing, student reporting, and learning management. 

August 2008 – June 2012

High School Technology Coordinator,

International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL),

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

• • Coordinated the instructional design and development of integrated technology pedagogy. Responsible for the delivery and assessment of relevant and meaningful professional growth for members of the ISKL faculty and staff. 

  • Provided support for Google Apps, online learning platforms, and student information systems. Modeled effective uses of educational technology and coached teachers and other members of the school community to successfully use educational technology to promote student learning. 

  • Identified new and emerging educational technologies for the express purpose of applying these tools to support student and faculty learning, growth and development. Collaboratively developed technology based units for a variety of curricular areas. 

  • Focused on long range initiatives and planning for 21st Century Learning, including communication systems, content delivery systems, and one-to-one computer initiatives.

August 2002 – May 2008

Secondary Teacher, Business and Computers,

Fremont Junior High School,

Mesa Public Schools, Arizona

• • Taught courses in computer foundations, computer applications, desktop publishing, and web page design. Revised and wrote curriculum for technology courses taught in the Career and Technical Education department. 

  • Provided onsite technology integration support for staff. Coordinated the integration of technology into existing core curriculum. 

  • Responsible for multimedia design and development for courses and school communication.

  • Maintained computer labs and supervised hiring, training, and management of technology assistant teams. 

July 2000 – May 2008

Senior Trainer and Master Teacher,

Intel® Teach to the Future

• • Trained in both the Intel® Teach to the Future Essentials Course and in the Intel® Teach to the Future Workshop on Teaching Thinking with Technology.  

  • Recruited and trained teachers both locally and nation wide to integrate technology.  Facilitated instruction based current adult learning theories.  

  • Conducted team building events for Intel ISEF, Intel® Learn, and the Institute of Computer Technology (ICT).  Created and revised Unit Plans for the Intel® Innovation in Education Web site. Represented Intel at NECC 2005 as presenter: ISTE-NETS Aligned Professional Development Exemplary Models. 

June 1998 – May 2008

Computer Technology Liaison,

Fremont Junior High School & Lindbergh Elementary School,

Mesa Public Schools, Arizona

• • Maintained computer labs and supervised hiring, training, and management of technology assistant teams.  

  • Assisted teachers in application of technological resources. 

  • Fostered a school-to-business partnership and coordinated computer donations from Motorola and Intel.  

  • Presented and coordinated ongoing integrated technology workshops for staff.  

August 2001 – May 2002

Technology Integration Specialist, 

Lindbergh Elementary School, 

Mesa Public Schools, Arizona

• • Supported and trained teachers on instructional software, application software, and curriculum integration.  

  • Developed technology based lessons that match curriculum and state standards. Involved in research and evaluation of student and teacher growth. 

  • Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of site servers. Managed and maintained classroom and lab computers.  

August 1995 – May 2001

Third and Fourth Grade Teacher, 

Lindbergh Elementary School, 

Mesa Public Schools, Arizona

• • Taught high-risk third and fourth grade students in a low socioeconomic school 

  • Instructor for Mesa Systemic Initiative, assisting teachers in the learning of technology through development of projects linked to their curriculum and standards. 

Education

Educational Technology, M.A., 

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona - August 2003

Education, B.S., Cum Laude, 

Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona - May 1995