Skill Set
I believe I bring a unique and diverse set of skills that adds value to a school in many ways that extend beyond the walls of my classroom or office.
Technology Integration
I consider myself an international leader in the area of technology integration.
From the first day of my teaching career, and in every school I have worked, I have held a technology leadership position. In the Durham District School Board, one of the largest and most progressive school districts in Canada, I was recognized as part of a core group of classroom teachers demonstrating leadership in technology, and preparing technology presentations and training for teachers district-wide was an important part of my professional life. In 1998, I was nominated for the National Technology Innovation Awards for the development of an exceptional school community website.
Based my experience in Canada, I was hired as a full-time Technology Integration Specialist at the American School of Guatemala, where I have spent three years completely focused on helping teachers successfully implement technology-driven instruction.
I am also an Editor and writer for Technology Integration in Education, a prominent international Professional Learning Community with well over 5000 members.
Click here for more technology integration info, including samples of my writing and other work.
Training and Staff Development
I take a lot of pride in being a top-notch presenter, and I have a long and diverse track record in this area. I have taught technology classes for teachers at the Durham District School Board, served as a Mentor and Host teacher for the York University teacher education program, and have prepared many presentations, workshops and lectures covering a diverse range of topics.
Web, Multimedia & Graphic Design
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I often lend my graphic design skills to colleagues, school groups or for special events. I've designed and produced club and event logos, websites, stickers, t-shirts, business cards and lots of other things.
Audio Visual, DJing and VJing
Video prepared for HS principal to communicate our academic philosophy to the school community.
2000 Tons of Soul (Sixties and Seventies Funk and Soul Rarities) DJ MIX
In my spare time, I like to DJ (I collect rare funk and soul), work with video, and play music. I enjoy contributing entertainment, whether at official school events, or staff parties on the weekend. My experience in this area inevitably leads to providing lots of tech support, whether officially or unofficially, for assemblies, talent shows, school plays and other events.
Public Speaking, Debate and Model United Nations
I have participated in various levels and types of public speaking and debate competitions, as a competitor national, North American and World Championships in my university days, and in career as a club supervisor and coach. For the last two years I have supervised and coached Model United Nations teams competing in international events, including the largest Central American event in Panama City, as well as at Harvard University.
Robotics
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I have helped to assist in the implementation of robotics programs for elementary students in both Canada and Guatemala. In Canada, my club participated in the international FIRST Lego League robotics competition.
