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Summary

Avid geek and lifelong learner with superhero aspirations, striving to improve education through technology and to improve technology education.

Education

The George Washington University

Washington, DC, United States
2003 - 2007
BA, International Affairs, Chinese Language & Literature
  • Cum Laude
  • Semester Abroad, IES Beijing - Intensive Chinese Language and Chinese culture
  • Dean's Honor List

 

Work History

Orono Public Schools

Long Lake, MN, United States
Aug 2009 - Present
Technology Integration Specialist 
  • Provide leadership and coordination in the integration of technology into curriculum and instruction.
  • Research and implement emerging technologies that support the District's mission and strategic plan.
  • Provide on-going technology training for district staff.

 

Orono Community Education

Long Lake, MN, United States
Jan 2008 - Present
Instructor 
  • Educate students (grades 3-10) in technology summer camps, including: photography, web design, Scratch Programming, and digital storytelling.
  • Teach adult classes in the areas of digital photography, photo editing, web design, social networking, and basic computer skills.
  • Provide online support for students enrolled in the E2020 online learning.
  • Tutor individual students in test prep and core curriculum subject areas.

Peregrine Imaging

Plymouth, MN, United States
Sep 2006 - Present
Owner 
  • Produce high quality digital images using DSLRs and Adobe Creative Suite 4, specializing in portraiture and stock photography.
  • Provide post-production (e.g. retouching & RAW processing) services.
  • Design standard-compliant websites with XHTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
  • Manage all finances and client relations, including scheduling and billing.


Orono Public Schools

Long Lake, MN, United States
Aug 2007 - Aug 2009
Technology Support Clerk 
  • Developed a wiki (http://omstech.pbworks.com) with tutorials, screencasts, informational pages, and resource collections related to technology.
  • Collaborated with media specialist to institute "Tech & Treats" program to present new technologies to staff.
  • Digitized equipment checkout log using Google forms and spreadsheets.
  • Troubleshot electronic equipment, including: laptops, desktop computers, LCD projectors, Smart Boards, cameras, camcorders, and printers.
  • Conducted daily setup and maintenance of mobile computer lab.
  • Collaborated with district technology team to implement district technology initiative; assist technology coordinator.


The Jacob Burns Law Library

Washington, DC, United States
Oct 2003 - May 2005
Computer Classroom Assistant 
  • Staffed the computer help desk, assisting students with laptop problems, e.g. wireless connectivity, virus removal, software troubleshooting and installation, etc.
  • Performed regular maintenance and supervision of computer labs and individual computer stations.     

 

Speeches & Presentations

Presenter, "Social Media in Education," TIES Education Technology Conference, TIES Education Technology Collaborative; Minneapolis, MN (December 2010).

 

Presenter, "Annotate the Web with Diigo," TIES Education Technology Conference, TIES Education Technology Collaborative; Minneapolis, MN (December 2010).

 

Lead Trainer, Minnesota CTSO Officer Training; Brooklyn Park, MN (December 2010).

 

Presenter, "Digital Toolbox," SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, SkillsUSA; Kansas City, MO (June 2010).

 

Presenter, "Twitter for Professionals," SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, SkillsUSA; Kansas City, MO (June 2010).

 

Presenter, "Twitter for Professionals," TIES Education Technology Conference, TIES Education Technology Collaborative; Minneapolis, MN (December 2009).

 

Presenter, "Teaching & Collaborating with Wikis," TIES Education Technology Conference, TIES Education Technology Collaborative; Minneapolis, MN (December 2009).

 

Lead Trainer, SkillsUSA Minnesota Officer Training, SkillsUSA Minnesota; Bloomington, MN (December 2009).

 

Speaker, "Who Have You Helped Today," SkillsUSA Minnesota Delegate Conference, SkillsUSA Minnesota; Duluth, MN (November 2008).

 

Speaker, "If at First You Don't Succeed, Redefine Success," SkillsUSA Minnesota Leadership Conference, SkillsUSA Minnesota; St. Cloud, MN (October 2007).

 

Awards

Dean's Honor List, Elliott School of International Affairs

SkillsUSA Leadership Award

Friend of SkillsUSA Award

Presidential Service Award

7th Place Advertising Design, SkillsUSA National

1st Place Advertising Design, SkillsUSA Minnesota 

1st Place Extemporaneous Speaking, SkillsUSA Minnesota

1st Place Opening &Closing Ceremonies, SkillsUSA Minnesota

2nd Place Prepared Speech, SkillsUSA Minnesota

2nd Place Promotional Bulletin Award, SkillsUSA Minnesota

3rd Place Graphic Communications, SkillsUSA Minnesota

 

Activities

March 2010-present       Board Member                                 Hennepin County Library

May 2003-present           Volunteer/Delegate Advisor           SkillsUSA

Feb 2007-May 2009       Coach                                                 Orono Girls Rugby

Oct 2008-May 2009        Volunteer                                           Orono Homework Help

Fall 2006                          Staff Photographer                          GW Hatchet

2004-2005                       Photo/Layout Editor                         Voice Magazine

2003-2005                       Member                                             GW International Affairs Society

2003-2004                       Volunteer                                           GW Votes