Educational Philosophy
I have committed myself to a lifelong process of growing. Teaching is a process of learning from your students, colleagues, parents, and the community. I continue to learn new strategies, new ideas, and new philosophies. Over time, my educational philosophy may change, and that's okay. That just means that I have grown and learned new things.
Not only teachers, but all adults must work together to ensure we support the diverse needs of all students. Our aim is to provide a supportive culture to improve literacy, numeracy, equity, and completion.
Core Competencies:
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Leadership and Team Building
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Teacher Mentoring & Development
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Support of Mission Statements & School Vision
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Website Development and Maintenance
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Curriculum Development
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Occupational Health and Safety Representative
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Curriculum Leader Responsibilities
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Effective Teaching in the Classroom
Leadership Involvement:
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Digital Literacy Mentor & Presenter
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LAC/ID Committee Member
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Parent Council
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District Inservice Presenter
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Professional Development for Staff
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Admin Council/Curriculum Leader
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Administration Coverage/Relief
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Collaborating and Leading School Assemblies
Achievements
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2018/18 - Excellence in Teacher Nomination
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Masters in Education - Honors w/ Distinction
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Bachelor of Education - Honors w/ Distinction
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Bachelor of Psychology - Honors w/ Distinction
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PanAm Teaching in Excellence Award
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College Baseball - Athlete of the Year Award
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College Baseball - Most Valuable Player Award
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University Baseball- Academic Athlete Award
Work Experience
Hunting Hills High School
2016 - Present
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Administration Coverage
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CTS Curriculum Leader
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Teacher - Digital Arts, Robotics, Construction and Fabrication
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Extra-Curricular - Parent Council, Esports, Badminton, Skills
Eastview Middle School
2010 - 2016
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Responsible for administration coverage
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Option Team Leader
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CTS Teacher
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Technology Committee Leader
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Extra-Curricular - Badminton, Busing, Lego Club
Australia Exchange - Beaudesert High School
2009 - 2010
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1 Year Teacher Exchange to Australia
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Teacher - Agricultural Science, Science, Social Studies, Construction, Fabrication,
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Extra-Curricular - Volleyball, Golf, Rugby
Eastview Middle School - Technology Co-ordinator
2006-2008
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Grassroots Technology Project coordinator
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Technology Committee Leader
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Monthy Software training services for staff members
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Software and Hardware maintenance
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Provided support for integrating technology in the classroom
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Eastview Middle School - Science, L.A., and Outdoor Ed. Teacher
1999 - 2005
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Grade 7 Team Leader
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Pan-Am Teacher in Excellence Award - 2001
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Florida Space Science Center Field Trip assistant
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Running Club, Ski Club, Volleyball, Basketball, and Badminton coach
Central Middle School - L.A., S.S. and P.E. Teacher/Counsellor
1996 - 1998
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Grade 6 Counsellor
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Leadership Advisor and Intramural Co-ordinator
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Volleyball, Basketball and Badminton coach
2010 - present
2010 - present
Education
Boise State University - Boise, Idaho
2014 - Present
Achievements
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Currently completing Masters in Educational Technology
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Technical Integration Specialist Certification
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Honors with Distinction
The University of Western Ontario - London, Ontario
1994 - 1995
Achievements
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Bachelor of Education Degree: Primary/Junior Specialist
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Honors with Distinction
Gonzaga University - Spokane, Washington
1990 - 1993
Achievements
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology
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Cum Laude (Honors with Distinction)
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Athletic Academic Award
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Full Athletic Scholarship - Baseball
Treasure Valley Community College - Ontario, Oregon
1987 - 1989
Achievements
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Associate of Arts Degree
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Outstanding Male Athlete Award
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Best Pitcher Award