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MARGARET (MEGAN) BLACK

magsblackdetroit@gmail.com

http://about.me/magsblack

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June 4, 2007 Michigan Professional Education Certificate

Elementary K-5 All Subjects K-8 Self Contained Classroom

English as a Second Language (NS) K-12

Educational Technology (NP) 5-12

EDUCATION

2010- 2011 Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI GPA 4.0

2004-2006 Walden University, Minneapolis, MN, Master of Science,

Education, Integrating Technology into the Curriculum GPA 4.0

2001 – 2002 Cal State TEACH, Teacher Certification Program GPA 4.0

1997 – 1999 Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, California GPA 4.0

1984-1988 DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois, Bachelor of Fine Arts

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

August 2012-Present The Grosse Pointe Academy, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

Technology and Learning Specialist

• Assist teachers in the integration of technology into their classrooms as well as the use of basic communication and productivity programs including the smooth transition from a PC to MAC
• Coordinate and strengthen Personal Learning Networks
• Develop and implement lessons that integrate the acquisition of technology skills within the language arts, math, science, social studies, and health curriculum for K-8 students
• Conduct professional development seminars on educational technology best practices and resources
• Plan, communicate, and create policy for a successful school wide 1:1 iPad program
• Manage Google Apps for Education for school site
• Research, collect quotes, and recommend technology purchases, iPad Apps, and assistive technologies for the school.
• Schedule and assist in the maintenance, use, and upkeep of all school servers, computers, printers, media, and technology equipment
• Instruct parents and other community members in digital citizenship, digital literacy, parenting in the digital age, productivity applications, creative programs, website construction, and web 2.0 tools.

August 2007-Present Dr. Joseph F. Pollack Academic Center of Excellence, PACE Academy, Southfield, MI Formerly, Edison Oakland Public School Academy

Technology Instructor/Technology Coordinator

• Develop and implement lessons that integrate the acquisition of technology skills within the language arts, math, science, social studies, and health curriculum for K-8 students
• Instruct lessons daily in blended learning environment for K-8 in ISTE Standards
• Assist and support teachers in the integration of technology into their classrooms as well as the use of basic communication and productivity programs
• Conduct professional development seminars on educational technology best practices and resources
• Manage Google Apps for Education for school site
• Develop and maintain school website, resource website, social networks, text blasting communication network, and School Improvement Team Wiki
• Develop and maintain online learning (Moodle) classes for middle school technology classes as well as Gifted and Talented program
• Research, collect quotes, and recommend technology purchases and assistive technologies for the school.
• Schedule and assist in the maintenance, use, and upkeep of all school servers, computers, printers, media, and technology equipment
• Instruct parents and other community members in digital citizenship, digital literacy, parenting in the digital age, productivity applications, creative programs, website construction, and web 2.0 tools.

2nd Grade General Education Teacher

• Enhanced student learning through cooperative groups, project based learning, teaching to multiple intelligences, use of Thinking Maps and the Habits of Mind for 24-27 students.
• Collaborated and developed lesson plans and intervention strategies for special education students with Resource Specialist Teacher
• Created and Maintained Classroom Website
• Administered monthly benchmark assessments, analyzed results, created and implemented lesson plans and remediation techniques based on results
• Assisted in Quarterly Honor Committee awards and presentation ceremony.

July 2002-July 2007 Allesandro Cooperative Learning Magnet, Los Angeles Unified School District

4th Grade General Education Teacher, ELD Levels 2-5

• Enhanced student learning through cooperative groups, project based learning, teaching to multiple intelligences, use of Thinking Maps and the Habits of Mind for 30-35 students.
• Collaborated and developed lesson plans and intervention strategies for special education students with Resource Specialist Teacher
• Coordinated the Gifted and Talented in Education Program as well as developed and implemented lessons
• Mentored new and student teachers
• Created and maintained school website and classroom website
• Lead Science Teacher, conducted professional development seminars and mentored fellow teachers in inquiry based science instruction
• Lead Technology Teacher, conducted professional development seminars and mentored fellow teachers in integrating technology into the curriculum
• Board Member, Allesandro CEJ (Coalition for Educational Justice) Student, Parent, and Teacher collaborative to promote school and community improvement
• Launched and coordinated Spoken Word, Art Cafe, Talent Night as well as Cultural Arts Night.
• Nutrition Network Lead Teacher, applied for, secured, and oversaw implementation of a grant for nutritional education.
• Established and led morning physical education program

August 1999-June 2002 Saint Teresa of Avila Elementary School, Los Angeles, California

3rd Grade General Education Teacher, ELD Levels 1-4

• Enhanced student learning through cooperative groups, project based learning, teaching to multiple intelligences for 30-36 students.
• Established and managed after school tutor program in computer lab
• Created and coordinated Spoken Word, Art Gallery, Talent Night.
• Demonstrated and mentored fellow teachers in Canter Reading Program.
• Assisted in research and writing of WASC evaluation for accreditation.
• Organized, planted, and maintained a community garden

STUDENT TEACHING

July – August 2001 Magnolia Avenue Elementary School, Los Angeles Unified School District,

Grades 1 – 3, Multi-level classroom

RELATED EXPERIENCE

1998 – 1999 The K & M Center, Inc.

• Administered the Homework Room Tutoring Learning Disabled students in Grades 1 –12.
• Edited reports and created graphs for educational testing results
• Supervised students performing Scientific Learning's Fast Forward auditory processing program
• Ordered Special Education Resources, inventoried and stocked all supplies

HONORS

2001 Target Teacher Scholarship

1985 – 88 Freeman Talent Scholarship, De Paul University