My Resumé
| 2023 Resume´ |
| 2023 Curriculum Vitae.pdf |
Accomplished career demonstrating consistent success as an educator at the secondary and higher education levels. Outstanding track record in assuring student success. Experience in conceiving and building programs from the ground up through proven competencies in education, project and program management, staff development and staff empowerment. Effective communicator with excellent planning and organizational skills as well as the ability to lead, develop relationships, nurture students’ strengths and inspire high levels of excellence.
Degrees and Certifications
Ed.D, Educational Leadership, Summa Cum Laude, December 2020
Ed.S, Superintendent (K-12) & Secondary Administration (Grades 7-12), Summa Cum Laude, August 2018
M.A. Leadership, Organization (Business) Management, Summa Cum Laude, May 2017
B.S. Secondary Education, Summa Cum Laude, May1998
B.A. English Literature and Language, minor Theater Arts, Summa Cum Laude, May 1995
Graduate Coursework in Adolescent Development and Counseling, 2008-2010
Certifications
Certified in Secondary Administration, 7-12
Certified in Secondary English, 9-12
Certified in Secondary Journalism, 9-12
Skills
2018-2022
Journalism Instructor and Publications Adviser
Winnetonka High School, Kansas City, MO
Administration Internship
Winnetonka High School, Kansas City, MO
2016-2018
Marketing and Communication Director
Northland Christian Schools, Kansas City, Missouri
2017-2018
Administration Team
Northland Christian Schools, Kansas City, MO
Executive Director and Founder
ACT One, The Academy of Christian Theatre, Kansas City, MO
2013-2016
Academy Director
Academy of Christian Theater Homeschool Academy, Kansas City, MO
2005 -2006 and 2016-2018
Teacher
Northland Christian Schools, Kansas City, MO
Family and Children's Ministry Director
Harmony Vineyard Church, Kansas City, MO
2005-2007
Adjunct Instructor
Park University, Parkville, MO
Dissertation
A Phenomenological Study of Transformative Technology Integration at the Secondary Level and the Impact of Remote Learning During the CoVid-19 Quarantine
Awards and Honors
Other Professional Experience
Artistic Director and PR/Marketing Manager, Christian Youth Theater, Kansas City, 2000-2005
Instructor, Northland Academy, 2000-2004
English Teacher, Oak Park High School 1998-2000
Professional Affiliations
Academic Presentations through Coursework
William Woods University
Degrees and Certifications
Ed.D, Educational Leadership, Summa Cum Laude, December 2020
Ed.S, Superintendent (K-12) & Secondary Administration (Grades 7-12), Summa Cum Laude, August 2018
M.A. Leadership, Organization (Business) Management, Summa Cum Laude, May 2017
B.S. Secondary Education, Summa Cum Laude, May1998
B.A. English Literature and Language, minor Theater Arts, Summa Cum Laude, May 1995
Graduate Coursework in Adolescent Development and Counseling, 2008-2010
Certifications
Certified in Secondary Administration, 7-12
Certified in Secondary English, 9-12
Certified in Secondary Journalism, 9-12
Skills
- Journalistic Writing and Photograph
- Graphic Design
- Publication Layout and Desigin
- Adobe Suite
- Wordpress
- Canvas Learning Management System
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Social Networking
- Strategic Communication
- Innovative Teaching Strategies
- Program Development and Management
- Staff Development
- School Administration
- Leadership Development
- Curriculum Design
- Strong Classroom Management
- Writing and Research
2018-2022
Journalism Instructor and Publications Adviser
Winnetonka High School, Kansas City, MO
- Award-winning journalism program at the local, state, and national level.
- Direct the business of the yearbook and newsmagazine including budgeting, ad sales, marketing strategies, networking with local businesses, and negotiating contracts with publishers.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district and school requirements.
- Employ a variety of instructional technique, integrate technology and media consistent with needs and capabilities of students.
- Develop and implement lesson plans to fulfill requirements of district curriculum program and reflect accommodations and modifications for individual student needs.
Administration Internship
Winnetonka High School, Kansas City, MO
- Assisted the principal and assistant principals with discipline, projects, parent communication, and other duties as assigned.
- Established positive working relationships with colleagues, principals, parents, and students through regular communication and effective anticipation of needs.
2016-2018
Marketing and Communication Director
Northland Christian Schools, Kansas City, Missouri
- Raised over $300,000 in funds during the 2016-2017 school year for education resources and equipment.
- Attended events and Northland chamber meetings to develop professional network of education partners.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Devised and deployed online marketing plans with effective SEO, social media and viral video campaign strategies.
- Performed design, layout, and typesetting of publications, office forms and various other projects to optimize designs and production strategies.
2017-2018
Administration Team
Northland Christian Schools, Kansas City, MO
- Established and led a community parenting group with strategies for student support at home. Taught classes and workshops for parents.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in education.
Executive Director and Founder
ACT One, The Academy of Christian Theatre, Kansas City, MO
- Oversaw entire operations for 300 student performing arts school, including budget, marketing and curriculum development.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency and high-quality standards across academy operations
- Established and administered annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Maintained program files, records, databases and websites to gather research and prepare and submit board of directors’ reports.
- Artistic Director for productions, classes, workshops, and camps.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Managed all details regarding student discipline.
2013-2016
Academy Director
Academy of Christian Theater Homeschool Academy, Kansas City, MO
- Administered all facets of personnel policies and procedures, including conception, modification and approval of professional staff additions.
- Created annual budget and developed comprehensive plan to accomplish academy objectives while staying within budget.
- Assisted with creation of marketing strategy and advertising initiatives used to promote company to community members.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Managed all details regarding student discipline.
2005 -2006 and 2016-2018
Teacher
Northland Christian Schools, Kansas City, MO
- Taught middle school English for 6th and 7th and the Pre-AP English class for 8th grade.
- Taught middle school Music Appreciation for 6th-8th.
- Taught middle school Speech and Communications for 6th-8th.
- Taught high school English, Drama, Speech and Debate, and Journalism (yearbook).
- Established and developed a student leadership program for middle school students.
- Sponsor for drama productions, speech and debate, and yearbook.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
Family and Children's Ministry Director
Harmony Vineyard Church, Kansas City, MO
- Key member of the leadership/pastoral team.
- Led community events and camps with over 400 children.
- Successfully managed a team of 9 directors, 2 administrative assistants, and 150 volunteers.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
2005-2007
Adjunct Instructor
Park University, Parkville, MO
- Managed development of teacher education program and for use in expansion of curriculum delivery options for entry-level students.
- Worked closely with the theater and education departments to develop and implement "Creative Drama for the Classroom Teacher" curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Supervised education students and provided feedback for live lessons with elementary-aged students.
- Engaged college students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Dissertation
A Phenomenological Study of Transformative Technology Integration at the Secondary Level and the Impact of Remote Learning During the CoVid-19 Quarantine
Awards and Honors
- Presidential Award recipient, $8000, UMKC
- Hometown Hero Award for Community Service
- Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, Vice President, UMKC
- Excellence in English Literature Award, Park University
- Student Teacher of the Year Award, Park University
- Dean’s List all semesters of college and graduate schoo
Other Professional Experience
Artistic Director and PR/Marketing Manager, Christian Youth Theater, Kansas City, 2000-2005
Instructor, Northland Academy, 2000-2004
English Teacher, Oak Park High School 1998-2000
Professional Affiliations
- Kansas City Professional Development of Schools, Advisory Board Member (previous)
- Alpha Chi Honor Society, Member
- National Education Association, Member
- Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals, Member
- Journalism Educators of America, Member
- National Scholastic Press Association, Member
- Missouri Interscholastic Press Association, Member
- Journalism Educators of Metropolitan Kansas City, Member
- “Growth Mindset and the Classroom Teacher, based on the work of Dr. Carol Dweck” Northland Christian School, Kansas City, MO, (2018)
- “eWalk Through Professional Training Program for Teacher Evaluation” Northland Christian School and William Woods University, Kansas City, MO, (2016)
- “Social Media and the School Teacher” Northland Christian School, Kansas City, MO, (2016)
- “Using Meyers-Briggs and DISC personality assessments as a Classroom Teacher” Northland Christian School, (2016)
- “Communications Internship Course and Experience” Completed a new course curriculum including progressions for standard-based assessments and complete Canvas modules. This course will be offered in the College and Career Pathways program at the four high schools. North Kansas City School District, (2021)
- “Technology for the Classroom Teacher.” Summer course written to better equip and encourage staff to utilize technology in transformative ways in the classroom. North Kansas City School District, (2020)
- “Equity and Inclusion at Winnetonka High School” This two-week unit included group conversations surrounding racial tension, microaggressions, and code-switching. We are a diverse school with a student body interested in addressing and finding commonalities to combat racism and promote unity. North Kansas City School District-Winnetonka High School, (2019)
- High School Journalism curriculum writing. The journalism teachers have collaborated to write and establish standards (the state of Missouri does not have journalism standards). We have written units for Law and Ethics, Photography, Design, Writing, and Multi-Media. North Kansas City School District, (2018-2021)
Academic Presentations through Coursework
William Woods University
- “High Reliability School District Examination” (2019)
- “School Fundraising in the Private and Public School” (2018)
- “Teacher Performance Evaluations at the Secondary Level” (2018)
- “Utilizing Data: Standard Error of Measurement in Quantitative Analysis” (2017)
- “Program Evaluation and Strategic Planning Norms based on Marzano’s Levels of High Reliability Schools” (2018)
- “Five Critical Commitments: Raymore Peculiar School District & North Kansas City School District.” (2018)
- “Student Absence and Attendance Procedures at the Secondary Level” (2018)
- “Flexible, Personalized Learning: An Overview of the LEAD Innovation Studio, Park Hill School District” (2017)
- “Advanced School Law: Lemon v. Kurtzman” (2017)
- “School Finance: Missouri State and Local Budgeting” (2016)
- “Organizational Legal Issues: Student Privacy and Identity Theft” (2016)
- “The Five Dimensions of EQ” (2016)
- “Organizational Development and Emotional Intelligence” 2016
- “Equity and Inclusion at the Secondary Level” Winnetonka High School, (2018-Present)
- “Restorative Practices at the Secondary Level” Winnetonka High School, (2019 and 2020)
- Canvas Learning Management System Training, North Kansas City School District, (2019)
- Leadership Training for Ministry Staff working with K-8th grade, Orange Conference, Atlanta, GA, (2019)
- Trauma Training for Leading Children and Teens, RFKC, Portland, OR, (2008)
- “Lesson Planning with Learning Styles,” Presented by Howard Gardner, Overland Park, Kansas, (2007)
- Mission Trip leader, New York City, 2011, 2012, and 2016
- Royal Family Kids Camp, Board Member and Consultant
- Secondary level IMPACT Counselor, Oak Park High School 1998-2001
- GED and literacy program lead, Park Hill High School
- City Union Mission, Volunteer
- Harvesters, Volunteer
- KCWRM, Volunteer
