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Portage Public Schools Employees
Western Michigan University August 2011 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Fundraising, Event Planning, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Public Relations
Education
Western Michigan University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor's of Arts, Public Relations
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2007 — 2009
Master of Science in Education, Athletic Administration
Eureka College July 2015 - Present
Battle Creek Bombers May 2015 - July 2015
Portage Public Schools January 2015 - May 2015
Portage Public Schools November 2014 - March 2015
Kalamazoo College September 2014 - November 2014
Teach for America August 2011 - August 2014
Kansas City Public Schools August 2011 - August 2014
ISAAC June 2010 - August 2010
University of Antonio de Nebrija March 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Time Management, Spanish, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Leadership, PowerPoint, Project Planning, Statistics, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Event Planning, Problem Solving, Planning, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Coaching, Management, Football Coaching, Basketball, Football, Basketball Coaching
Education
Western Michigan University 2015 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Sport Management
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2011 — 2013
Master's Degree, Education
Kalamazoo College 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business
Kalamazoo County Government May 2015 - August 2015
SpringHill Camps May 2014 - August 2014
Little Caesars Pizza May 2013 - August 2013
Portage Public Schools September 2011 - May 2012
Skills
People-oriented, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Follow Directions, Customer Service
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2016
Hospitality and Tourism Management, Junior
Portage Public Schools September 2015 - Present
PESG April 2013 - September 2015
Christina's Home Child Care August 2002 - September 2012
Skills
Teaching, Lesson Planning, Tutoring, Classroom, Classroom Management, Elementary Education, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Special Education, Early Childhood..., Educational Leadership, Childcare, Child Development
Education
Concordia University-Portland 2015 — 2016
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Curriculum and Instruction
The Robert B Miller College 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Kellogg Community College 2008 — 2011
Associate's degree, Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety September 2014 - Present
SAFARI Montage December 2012 - August 2014
Portage Public Schools September 2009 - December 2012
Michigan Technological University September 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Computer Hardware, Computer Repair, Ghost Imaging, Customer Support, Active Directory, Microsoft Office, Windows 7, Hands-on Training, Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Network Administration, Technical Writing, Cisco IOS, Cisco Technologies, OS X, Windows, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Linux
Education
Michigan Technological University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Social Sciences Secondary Education, Computer Science
Berrien County Mathematics and Science Center 2000 — 2004
Edwardsburg High School 2000 — 2004
Emory University July 2013 - Present
American Psychological Association June 2013 - Present
International Medical Corps October 2012 - June 2013
City of Portage September 2012 - June 2013
Borgess Health October 2012 - December 2012
Portage Public Schools September 2012 - December 2012
City of Portage May 2011 - September 2012
Familienwohngruppe ”Groß Werden” gGmbH, October 2011 - April 2012
Albion College January 2010 - May 2011
Albion College September 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Psychology, Research, Research Design, SPSS, Statistics, Editing, Grant Writing, Teaching, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Data Analysis, Phone Screening, RSA, Data Management, Microsoft Access, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, IRB Applications, EEG, Website Creation, PowerPoint, Student Affairs, Student Development, Event Planning, Website Updating, Website Development
Education
Albion College 2007 — 2011
BA, Psychology, Philosophy, 4.0
Western Michigan University
Graduate Course: Developmental Psychopathology, Clinical Psychology
Stevens Point Area School District August 2008 - Present
Poynette School District February 2003 - June 2006
Portage Public Schools August 1996 - January 2003
Oregon School District August 1993 - July 1996
Frederic School District July 1992 - July 1993
Skills
Curriculum Development, PowerPoint, Teaching, Microsoft Word, E-Learning, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Staff Development
Education
Marian University 1997 — 2000
Master of Arts (MA), Educational Leadership and Administration, General, 4.0
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education - Mathematics, 3.4
Michigan Connections Academy August 2015 - Present
Michigan Interscholastic Forensics Association February 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Christian high school February 2013 - Present
Spartan Stores 2011 - Present
PESG September 2014 - June 2015
Portage Public Schools January 2013 - April 2013
Safeway 2008 - 2011
Skills
English Teaching, Teaching Writing, Teaching, Writing, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Fresh Ideas, Social Networking, Employee Training, Critical Thinking, Process Scheduler, Microsoft Office, Classroom Management, Creative Writing, Coaching, Lesson Planning, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Merchandising, Sales, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Reading Comprehension, Team Management, Editing, Research, Social Media, Tutoring
Education
Western Michigan University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2005 — 2011
Associate's Degree, English Language and Literature, General
Portage Public Schools May 2010 - Present
Produce Pro December 2008 - May 2010
Silicon Dairy, LLC. November 2001 - March 2009
800 Response March 2007 - December 2008
National Mobile Communications July 2001 - November 2002
InterVision, Ltd. June 2000 - July 2001
Level 9 November 1999 - June 2000
Together Networks January 1996 - March 1999
Skills
Windows Server, VMware, Network Administration, Linux, Disaster Recovery, IT Management, Virtualization, Cisco Technologies, Network Security, MySQL, Perl, Databases, Shell Scripting, Data Center, VMware ESX, Troubleshooting, Security, Project Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Solaris, DNS, Java, PHP, Bash, Windows, Software Development, Programming, Telecommunications, Network Engineering, Cluster, C#, SQL, Cloud Computing, VoIP, Switches, Firewalls, Network Design, Microsoft Exchange, Software Project..., Visio, Computer Hardware, Managed Services, Active Directory, Management, PostgreSQL, Python, Oracle, Android, Google Apps
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1991 — 1993
BA, Engineering
Thornwood High School 1987 — 1991
Graduate, Communications
Butler County Educational Service Center August 2013 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 2012 - August 2013
Portage Public Schools September 2010 - August 2012
Portage Public Schools September 2009 - August 2012
Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools September 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Reader's and Writer's..., Everyday Math, DRA and Dibels, Lucy Calkins, SRA-Direct Instruction, Differentiated..., Data Analysis, Professional Learning..., START/SMART Coach (ASD..., Smartboard, Educational Technology, Smart Character Choices..., Brain Gym, Sensory Integration, Response to Intervention, Guided Reading, CHAMPS, CPI trained, Coaching Classroom..., Love and Logic Training, Abuse and Neglect..., Six Traits of Writing, John Collins, Michigan Literacy..., Handwriting Without..., First Aid, Cpr Certified
Education
Oakland University 2010 — 2014
Michigan Autism Collaborative Endorsement, Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism
Oakland University 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (MA), Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Eastern Michigan University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Special Education and Teaching
Defender Direct October 2011 - Present
Internal Revenue Service October 2008 - October 2009
The Choir Academy of Chicago August 2005 - June 2006
Broward County Schools November 2004 - July 2005
Detroit Public Schools August 2002 - June 2003
Portage Public Schools January 2000 - August 2002
Skills
Creative Writing, Oral & Written..., Sales Process, Teaching Writing, Teaching, Team Leadership, Written & Oral..., English language skills, Sales, Call Centers, In-home Sales, Team Management, Client Rapport, Security System Design, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Western Michigan University 2001 — 2012
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing Fiction
Morehouse College 1991 — 1997
Bachelors of Arts, English
Allegan Area Educational Service Agency (AAESA) January 2014 - Present
St. Joseph County ISD July 2011 - December 2013
Portage Public Schools August 2010 - June 2011
Lakeview School District August 2002 - August 2010
Skills
PMP, Software Project..., Strategic Planning, Team Building, Collaborative Problem..., Process Improvement, Manage client..., Leadership, Cognitive Coaching, Software Documentation, Training, K-12, Technology Integration, Teaching, Instructional Technology, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Staff Development, E-Learning, Educational Leadership
Education
Michigan State University 1998 — 2000
Master of Arts (M.A.), Educational Technology and Instructionl Design
California State University-Fresno
Completed courses for teacher certification, English
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English, Marketing and French
Glen Oaks Community College August 2014 - Present
Desert Streams Christian Counseling November 2012 - Present
Top Hat, Inc September 2010 - October 2012
Portage Public Schools August 1980 - June 2004
Skills
Customer Service, Team Leadership, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavior..., Counseling Psychology, Anger Management, Assertiveness Training, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Merchandising, Social Media, Photoshop, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Western Michigan University 1973 — 1979
Master of Arts, School Psychology
Western Michigan University 1973 — 1977
B. S. Summa Cum Laude, Psychology, Philosophy
Grand Valley State University 1986 — 1991
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Portage Public Schools March 2013 - May 2013
SunnyBoy Entertainment June 2013 - 2013
ImageStream Creative Communications September 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Cinematography, Editing, Post Production, Video Production, Video, Film, Photoshop
Education
Western Michigan University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Film/Cinema/Video Studies
Charles University in Prague 2013 — 2013
Czech cinema, literature and photography
One Coin Publishing, LLC 2009 - Present
Portage Public Schools 1988 - 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Editing, Event Management, Marketing, Budget, PowerPoint, Sales Management
Education
Western Michigan University 1977 — 1983
MA, Curriculum Development
Central Michigan University 1975 — 1977
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Portage Public Schools September 1996 - Present
Van Buren ISD September 1995 - September 1997
Grand Rapids Location December 1994 - August 1995
Skills
Fluency diagnosis and..., Autism Spectrum...
Education
Cleveland State University 1990 — 1994
MA in Speech Pathology, Speech Language Pathology
Michigan State University 1985 — 1989
Communication Arts, Public Relations/Image Management
Portage Public Schools January 2013 - Present
Portage Public Schools October 2012 - January 2013
Genesis Networks Solutions March 2008 - January 2012
CamTran February 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Administrative..., Executive Secretary, Payroll Assistant, HR Assistant, Microsoft Excel, Payroll, Human Resources, HRIS, Management, Office Administration, Outlook, Accounts Payable, Employee Relations, Data Entry, Event Planning
Education
Columbia Southern University 2005 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS) (in progress), Business Administration
El Camino College 1989 — 1999
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Management
Middleton Cross Plains School District 2002 - Present
Portage Public Schools 1993 - 2002
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Staff Development, Research, Public Speaking, Tutoring, Classroom, Teacher Training, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Instructional Design, Elementary Education, Literacy, Educational Technology, K-12, Differentiated..., Special Education, Language Arts, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Instructional Technology, Teacher Mentoring, Program Development
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2015 — 2015
Teachers College Reading and Writing Project
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1994 — 1999
Master's Degree, Curriculum and Instruction
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1988 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
Portage Public Schools March 1995 - Present
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Development, Community Outreach, Curriculum Design, Social Services, Special Education, Lesson Planning, Program Development, Staff Development
Education
Michigan State University 1989 — 1995
Master's degree, Social Work
Western Michigan University
School Counseling Certification, Counseling Psychology
Battle Creek Public Schools March 2014 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 2013 - December 2013
Richmond County School System December 2012 - May 2013
WMU Library July 2011 - June 2012
Professional Education Services Group October 2011 - May 2012
Woodland Elementary School, Portage Public Schools August 2011 - December 2011
WMU Bookstore August 2007 - August 2011
The Learning Village May 2011 - June 2011
Nature’s Way Preschool February 2010 - May 2010
Roger's Hobby Center May 2008 - August 2008
Education
Western Michigan University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Saginaw Valley State University 2006 — 2007
Portage Public Schools August 2011 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2005 - August 2011
Skills
Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Literacy, Lesson Planning, Special Education, Differentiated..., Elementary Education, Professional Learning..., Leadership, Classroom, Community Outreach, Cross-functional Team..., K-12, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Public Speaking, RTI, Strategic Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2008
Masters of Education, Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Secondary Education
Texas A&M University 1999 - 2012
Palo Duro High School in Amarillo, TX 1996 - 1999
Merced Physical Therapy January 1996 - May 1996
Merced Community College District August 1995 - May 1996
Portage Public Schools August 1994 - August 1995
Skills
Athletics, Exercise Physiology, Athletic Training, Sports, Research, Higher Education, Rehabilitation, Prevention, Student Affairs, Cpr Certified, Statistics, Teaching, Strength Training, Fitness, Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, Injury Prevention, Nutrition, Rehabilitation..., Kinesiology, Injury, Wellness, First Aid, Biomechanics, Sports Nutrition, Health Education, AED, Student Development, Health Promotion, PowerPoint, Nutrition Education, Microsoft Office, Sports Injuries, College Teaching, Healthcare, Strength, Public Speaking, CPR Certified
Education
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1995
MA, Athletic Training
George Mason University 1989 — 1995
BS, Physical Education/Health K-12
Kalamazoo College March 2014 - Present
Versapp, LLC January 2014 - October 2014
Eaton Corporation May 2013 - April 2014
Portage Public Schools November 2012 - March 2013
Skills
Programming, Java, Python, iOS, Android Development, Git
Education
Kalamazoo College 2012 — 2016
Kalamazoo Area Mathematics and Science Center
Portage Public Schools August 2012 - Present
CLS March 2006 - August 2012
Consumers Credit Union August 2005 - March 2006
Qdoba Business Office June 2003 - April 2005
Skills
Management, Organization, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Recruiting, Event Planning, Training, Human Resources, Teamwork, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Sales, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Fundraising, Marketing
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2013 — 2018
Secondary Education, Special Education and Teaching
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Elementary Education and Teaching
RecruIT Services July 2015 - Present
Rockford High School June 2015 - Present
Legends Performing Arts Association April 2014 - Present
Bronson Methodist Hospital April 2012 - June 2015
Portage Public Schools April 2011 - March 2015
Parchment High School April 2012 - March 2014
Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. November 2009 - June 2012
Celebration! Cinema April 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Technical Recruiting, Communication, Epic Systems, IT Project Lifecycle, Call Centers, Imprivata Badge Services, Device Mapping, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Event Planning, Leadership, Data Entry, Critical Thinking, Teaching, Time Management, Music, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Social Media, Fundraising
Education
Western Michigan University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Organizational Communication, Business
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2010 — 2012
Associates of Arts and Sciences, Business Administration
Portage Northern High School 2006 — 2010
Diploma, Graduated
Portage Public Schools January 2015 - Present
Creekside Business & Conference Center August 2014 - December 2014
West Side Beer Distributing January 2008 - August 2014
Dr. Pepper Snapple Group July 2006 - January 2008
CUMC Mortgage Company 2002 - 2004
Skills
Accounts Payable, Microsoft Word, Inventory Management, Accounts Receivable, SAP, Outlook, Invoicing, QuickBooks, 10 Key, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Account Reconciliation, Office Management, Event Planning, Travel Planning, Phone Etiquette, Customer Service, Dedication to..., Petty Cash, Daily Deposits, Inventory Accuracy, Digital Photography, Supply Ordering, Proofreading, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2011 — 2011
N/A, Business/General Marketing
Allegan High School 1997 — 2000
HS Diploma, General
Portage Public Schools August 2000 - Present
Lake Orion Public Schools August 1999 - June 2000
Skills
Communication, Geography, Curriculum, Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Classroom, Lesson Planning, Elementary Education, Differentiated..., Classroom Management, Professional Learning..., RTI, K-12, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, Staff Development, Teaching, Literacy, Teaching Reading, Guided Reading, Language Arts, Coaching, DIBELS, Mathematics Education, Microsoft Office, Behavior Management, Common Core State..., Reading Intervention, Data Driven Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Early Childhood..., Parent-Teacher..., Special Education
Education
Michigan State University 2002 — 2003
Master of Arts (M.A.), Curriculum and Instruction
Michigan State University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Kalamazoo RESA January 2012 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2009 - February 2012
Alcoa February 2008 - August 2009
GHSP 2006 - 2008
DENSO 2000 - 2006
Sparton Engineered Products 1990 - 1995
Skills
Performance Management, Recruiting, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Labor Relations, Training, SPHR, Employee Relations, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Onboarding, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Deferred Compensation, Organizational..., HRIS, HR Policies, Change Management, Manufacturing, Compensation & Benefit, Strategic Human..., Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, FMLA, Hiring, New Hire Orientations, Compensation & Benefits
Education
Michigan State University 1982 — 1986
BA, Employment Relations
Stowe Enterprises September 1990 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 1958 - June 1992
Division one, US Army June 1953 - September 1954
Skills
Chemistry instructor, Tennis Coach, AV specialst
Education
Western Michigan University 1958 — 1960
MA, Teaching of Science
Kalamazoo College 1950 — 1956
AB, Chemistry
Eye Physicians & Surgeons August 2014 - Present
family eye care January 2014 - August 2014
AmeriSource Bergen October 2013 - January 2014
Kalamazoo Community Chiropractor April 2013 - September 2013
Portage Public Schools May 2012 - April 2013
Pride Care Ambulance January 2011 - February 2012
Accretive Health August 2010 - January 2011
Portage Public Schools April 2009 - June 2010
Ferrellgas September 2007 - October 2008
Wackenhut, Inc June 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Data Entry, CAD system, Microsoft Word..., Management, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Human Resources, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Payroll, Social Media, Teaching, Employee Benefits, Public Speaking, Outlook, Strategic Planning
Education
National Academies of Emergency Dispatch 2011 — 2011
Certified, Emergency Medical Dispatch
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1999 — 1999
business management
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center 1988 — 1988
Certificate, Federal Law
Forbes Road Vocational Tech 1981 — 1983
certificate, cook/chef
Holy Family Catholic Church September 2013 - Present
Williamson County Schools September 2013 - December 2014
Christ the King Catholic Church February 2008 - March 2013
Portage Public Schools October 2005 - March 2007
Saint Joseph Catholic Church and School February 2005 - April 2005
DAVIE COUNTY SCHOOLS August 1999 - June 2004
Diocese of Scranton September 1995 - June 1999
Diocese of Detroit August 1987 - April 1994
Holy Rosary School June 1985 - June 1986
St. Mary's County Public Schools October 1984 - June 1985
Skills
Reading Intervention, Smartboard, Early Childhood Literacy, Teaching Reading, Elementary Education, Teacher Mentoring, Language Arts, Differentiated..., Gifted Education, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Inquiry-based Learning, Social Studies, Literacy, Cooperative Learning, Balanced Literacy, Common Core State..., Integrating Technology..., Kindergarten, Guided Reading, Parent Communication, Promethean Board, Small Group Instruction, Preschool, Special Education, Teaching, Education, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Tutoring
Education
Penn State University 1974 — 1978
Bachelor's degree, Early Childhood Education and Teaching
The Pennsylvania State University 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Portage Public Schools March 2013 - Present
South Haven Health System May 2007 - January 2013
Hospice of Holland Org 2002 - 2006
Holland Hospital 1998 - 2002
United States Air Force March 1996 - May 1998
Skills
Management, Education, Training, Team Leadership, Leadership, Motivation, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Project Coordination, Coordinating Events, Program Coordination, Health Insurance, Billing Systems, Medical Billing, Account Management, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Information Management, Health Information..., Information System Audit, Quality Auditing, Financial Audits, Customer Liason, Collections, Financial Reporting, Payroll, ADP Payroll, Process Improvement, Schedules, Contract Negotiation
Education
Siena Heights University 2010 — 2013
Current Senior Bachelor Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Lake Michigan College 2006 — 2009
Transfer program, Business Administration and Management, General
Portage Public Schools January 2013 - Present
Tech of All Trades December 2009 - Present
World of CD-ROM April 2011 - January 2013
Battle Creek Symphony 2008 - May 2011
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra 2007 - 2009
Skills
Mac, Computer Hardware, Computer Repair, Computer Maintenance, Computer Service, Computer Hardware..., Computer Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Software Installation, Consumer Electronics, Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2010 — 2012
AAS, Computer Technologies, 3.55
Arizona State University 2001 — 2005
BSID, Industrial Design, 3.94
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START (Statewide Autism Resources and Training) 2006 - Present
National Conference July 2011 - July 2011
Western Michigan University January 2011 - April 2011
Portage Public Schools August 1994 - June 2010
CHADD (Children and Adults with AD/HD Attention-Deficit/ Hyper-Activity Disorder) October 2009 - October 2009
Portage Public Schools August 1987 - June 1994
Algonac August 1980 - June 1983
Cass City Community Schools August 1978 - June 1980
Skills
Special Education, E-Learning, Teaching, Elementary Education, Classroom, Child Development, Public Speaking
Education
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI 2006 — 2006
Autism
University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ 2003 — 2005
Masters, Early Childhood Education
Nazareth College Kalamazoo MI 1987 — 1992
Learning Disabilities Endorsement
Central Michigan University 1974 — 1978
Bachelors - Education, Elementary Education/Special Education
Kalamazoo Public Schools/Woodward El. November 2014 - Present
Portage Public Schools February 2009 - June 2014
Kalamazoo Valley Community College August 2006 - April 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Teaching, Fundraising, Event Planning, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Sports Management, Program Development, Social Networking, Coaching, Staff Development, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Social Media, Sports, Research, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Educational Leadership, Career Counseling, Community Development, Leadership Development, Management, Marketing, Student Affairs, Tutoring, Grant Writing, Curriculum Development
Education
Western Michigan University 2004 — 2011
Ph.D., Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1996
MA, Sports Administration
Eastern Michigan University 1987 — 1992
BA, Psychology and Criminal Justice
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative Entertainment January 2012 - Present
Walt Disney World March 2007 - January 2012
Portage Public Schools November 2002 - March 2007
Skills
Stage Lighting, Theatre, Lighting Design, Stage Management, Sound, Entertainment, Pro Tools, Set Design, Audio Engineering, Lighting, AV, Audio Editing, Video Editing, Sound Design, Theatrical Production, Rigging, Production Managment, Recording, Live Events, Stage
Education
Full Sail University 2001 — 2002
Show Production and Touring
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo March 2012 - February 2014
JTW March 2011 - December 2011
Portage Public Schools December 2008 - June 2010
Kalamazoo County Transportation Authority 2008 - 2008
Eaton Truck Components 1984 - 2008
Skills
Mergers, Strategic Planning, Budget, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Contract Negotiation, Management, Forecasting, Budgets, Strategy, Sales Management, Manufacturing, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Team Building, Leadership, Pricing, Marketing Communications, Program Management, Sales, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Marketing, Account Management, Product Management, Sales Operations, CRM, Operations Management, Change Management, Training, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Planning, Marketing Strategy, Team Leadership, Product Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Automotive, Business Development, Six Sigma, B2B, Project Planning, Business Strategy, Start-ups, Coaching
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1974 — 1978
MBA, Marketing, Finance
Denison University 1968 — 1972
BA, Political, Public Speaking
Okemos Public Schools August 2015 - Present
Okemos Public Schools September 2014 - Present
Music, Show Design, Adjudicator, Judge, Official, Referee, Consultant, Clinician, Landscape design June 1982 - Present
Apple June 2014 - September 2014
Lowe's Home Improvement April 2013 - July 2013
Chicago Public Schools September 2000 - October 2012
Central Michigan University June 1987 - June 2000
Portage Public Schools 1992 - 1995
12th Command Drum and Bugle Corps January 1992 - August 1994
Mt. Pleasant Public Schools January 1989 - June 1992
Skills
Orchestral Music, Music, Choral, Elementary Education, Music Education, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Music Theory, Curriculum Development, Classroom, Ensemble, Musical Theatre, Classroom Management, Teacher Training, Educational Leadership, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Special Education, Educational Technology, Adolescents, Higher Education, Composition, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Fundraising, K-12, Lesson Planning, Performing Arts, Social Media, Program Development, Research, Differentiated..., Theatre, Arts Administration, Event Management, Volunteer Management, Secondary Education, Public Relations, Recording, Tutoring, Jazz, Classical, Band, Literacy, Technology Integration, Brass, Marching, Music History
Education
Central Michigan University 1982 — 1989
BME, Music Teacher Education
University of Michigan
Conducting
Cape Coral Charter Schools August 2015 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 2003 - July 2015
Lakeland School Corporation August 2000 - August 2003
Skills
Curriculum Development, Teaching, Classroom Management, Differentiated..., Lesson Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 2005 — 2008
Master of Science, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Albion College 1979 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History/ English
Portage Public Schools August 2010 - Present
SheJumps June 2013 - Present
Pretty Lake Adventure Center June 2012 - Present
Denver Public Schools January 2010 - March 2010
Pierce's Inn September 2007 - December 2009
Mass Premier Soccer/Global Premier Soccer May 2009 - August 2009
Dartmouth College Office of Residential Life January 2006 - June 2009
Dartmouth College Education Department September 2007 - December 2007
Dartmouth College Education Department December 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Curriculum Development, Teaching, Special Education, Team Building, Learning Disabilities, IEP, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Research, Classroom, Educational Technology, Lesson Planning, Editing, Program Development, Fundraising
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2013
Master of Education, Special Education - Learning Diasabled
Dartmouth College 2005 — 2009
BA, English, Women and Gender Studies, Education
Portage Public Schools August 1979 - June 2010
Skills
Teaching, Literacy, K-12, Classroom
Education
U.W. Madison 1984 — 1989
Master's degree, Secondary School Counseling
Luther College 1967 — 1971
Bachelor's degree, Social Studies Teacher Education
Portage Public Schools September 1992 - Present
Skills
Elementary Education, DIBELS, Differentiated..., Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Professional Learning..., Teaching Reading, Curriculum Development
Education
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1997
Masters, Educational Leadership
Alma College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor Degree, Elementary Education
Portage Public Schools August 2012 - Present
Discovery Elementary August 2011 - September 2012
Skills
Tutoring, Teaching, Special Education, Educational Technology, Public Speaking, Educational Leadership, Staff Development, Classroom Management, Elementary Education, PowerPoint
Education
Michigan State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's, Special Education, 3.9
Kalamazoo Public Schools August 2014 - November 2014
Portage Public Schools 2013 - 2014
Trillium Charter School 2013 - 2013
West Sylvan Middle School - via Lewis and Clark August 2011 - June 2012
Southridge High School - via Lewis and Clark 2011 - 2011
PREM Group 2010 - 2011
Vosges Haut-Chocolat February 2007 - October 2008
Emerald City Theatre 2006 - 2007
Skills
Teaching, Classroom, Public Speaking, Sales, Fundraising, Customer Service, Research, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Curriculum Design, LGBTQ Friendly, Community Outreach, Theatre, Editing, Nonprofits
Education
Lewis and Clark College 2011 — 2012
M.A.T., Secondary Education: Social Sciences, 3.88
Portland Community College 2009 — 2011
pre-requisites
Western Michigan University 2000 — 2005
B.A., Theatre Performance
Portage Northern High School 1996 — 2000
Portage Public Schools June 2013 - Present
Kalamazoo RESA August 2011 - June 2013
Sturgis Public Schools August 2006 - August 2011
Niles Community schools August 1994 - August 2006
Skills
Teacher of Emotionally..., Co-Teaching, Classroom Management, Classroom, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Elementary Education, Differentiated..., K-12, Literacy, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership, Tutoring, RTI, Special Education, Teacher Training
Education
Hope College 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Soutwestern Michigan College 1988 — 1991
Associate's degree, cumulative
American Cancer Society February 2014 - Present
American Cancer Society December 2008 - February 2014
Enterprise Rent-A-Car March 2008 - November 2008
Life Time Fitness May 2005 - September 2006
Portage Public Schools January 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Event Planning, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Non-profits, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Management, Program Development, Community Development, Public Relations
Education
Lawrence Technological University 2010 — 2014
MBA, Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Western Michigan University 2004 — 2006
Bachelors, Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2002 — 2004
Education
Bronco Apartments L.L.C. January 2006 - August 2008
Hoffmans Corner Store April 2000 - September 2006
Portage Public Schools August 2003 - May 2005
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2001 — 2007
Associates of Science, Science, Math, Some Business
Our Savior Lutheran Church and School July 2014 - Present
First Lutheran Preschool and Daycare June 2013 - July 2014
Portage Public Schools August 2012 - June 2013
SWAT Fitness Club March 2010 - April 2013
Portage Public Schools January 2012 - August 2012
Charlotte Aquatic Center January 2005 - December 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Teaching, English, Teamwork, Social Media, Classroom, Team Leadership
Education
Western Michigan University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Lansing Community College 2007 — 2009
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP August 2010 - Present
N/A August 2005 - Present
White & Case June 2008 - August 2010
WilmerHale September 2006 - June 2008
The Virtucom Group October 2005 - July 2006
Time Warner Book Group (now Hachette Book Group) August 2002 - August 2005
Portage Public Schools September 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Business Development, Event Planning, Blogging, Proposal Writing, Marketing, Research, Contract Negotiation, Web Content, Management, Interviews, Sales, New Business Development, Chewing Gum, Online Marketing
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2007 — 2009
MBA, Business Administration
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2002 — 2002
N/A, Columbia Publishing Course
Ohio Wesleyan University 1997 — 2001
BA, English, History, Economics
Portage Northern High School 1993 — 1997
Public Media Network May 2015 - Present
Portage Public Schools May 2013 - May 2013
Portage Central High School June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video, Videography, After Effects, Premiere, Film, Sound, Editing, Photoshop, Advertising, Video Production, Video Editing, Documentaries
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Film/Cinema/Video Studies, 3.4
It Works! Global November 2014 - Present
Gull Lake Community Schools August 2014 - Present
Portage Public Schools October 2013 - Present
Cookies Couture Richland June 2013 - Present
School District of Hillsborough County July 2005 - June 2013
Skills
Classroom Management, Elementary Education, Classroom, Lesson Planning, Literacy, Differentiated..., K-12, Educational Technology, Language Arts, Special Education, Early Childhood..., Educational Leadership, Guided Reading, Instructional Technology, Smartboard, Social Studies, Tutoring, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Technology Integration, ESL, RTI, Teaching Reading, Behavior Management, Curriculum Mapping, Mathematics Education, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Fundraising, Instructional Design
Education
Central Michigan University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Elementary Education and Teaching
The Coca-Cola Company October 2013 - Present
Staffing Technologies February 2013 - October 2013
City of Hope April 2011 - January 2013
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center May 2009 - April 2011
Excelsior Software July 2008 - May 2009
Portage Public Schools 2001 - 2008
Skills
SharePoint, SQL Server, Crystal Reports, SSRS, SSAS, CRM software, Queries, Report Writing, Data Warehousing, Blackbaud CRM, Blackbaud Raiser's Edge, T-SQL, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Fundraisers, CRM, Access, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Lync, Live Meeting, OneNote, SharePoint Designer, Analysis Services, Business Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, Raiser's Edge, Healthcare Information..., Process Improvement, Visio, Program Management, Databases, Business Process, SQL, Training, Analysis, Software Documentation, Leadership, Fundraising
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2005 — 2007
AA, Business Administration
Borgess Health September 2014 - Present
August Optical September 2008 - Present
Kalamazoo Advantage Academy October 2007 - June 2008
Portage Public Schools September 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Teaching, Teaching Writing, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Lesson Planning, Editing, Blogging
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts, English
Community Support Services August 2011 - Present
Freelance Music Teacher January 2005 - Present
Giant Steps March 2015 - June 2015
Northbrook School District 28 August 2008 - June 2011
Niles Summer Parks Program May 2007 - August 2008
Brandywine Public Scools February 2008 - June 2008
Portage Public Schools August 2007 - December 2007
Mt. Pleasant Public Scools January 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Violin, Education, Developmental..., Music Education, Orchestral Music, Music, Music Therapy, Teaching, Staff Development, Music Theory, Ensemble, Classical, Chamber Music
Education
Alverno College 2011 — 2016
Music Therapy Equivalency, Music Therapy
DePaul University 2010 — 2011
Music Education
Central Michigan University 2002 — 2007
BME, Music Education, violin
Van Buren Intermediate School District November 2010 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 1988 - January 2011
Kienbaum Photographic Studio 1988 - 2002
Richard Allen 1988 - 1990
Tom Brayne, Steve Tyler 1985 - 1990
Skills
Staff Member Training, Instructional..., Training Programs &..., Web-Based Training, Software Introductions, Adult Educational..., Interactive Education..., Technology Enhancement, Workshop & Seminar..., Strategic Planning and..., Curriculum Updates, Educational Resource..., Instructional Multimedia, Training Needs..., Operations / General..., Fiscal Management /..., Project / Program..., Community Outreach, Leadership / Staff..., Video Streaming, Two Way Interactive..., Technology Enhancements, Project Management, Training, Curriculum Development, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Curriculum Design, Classroom, Program Management, Technology Integration, Program Development, Educational Technology, Teaching, E-Learning, Public Speaking, Presentations, Streaming Media, Distance Learning, Educational Leadership, Staff Development, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Problem Solving, Digital Photography, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Western Michigan University 2004 — 2007
Masters, Master of Arts in Educational Technology
Michigan State University 1983 — 1985
Bachelor, Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art
Portage Northern
Kellogg Company September 2015 - Present
Portage Public Schools July 2012 - September 2015
Michigan Skyward User Group October 2014 - July 2015
Kalamazoo RESA - Vision Committees July 2012 - June 2014
Bronson Methodist Hospital May 2011 - July 2012
Accretive Health January 2009 - May 2011
National City Bank - PNC 2003 - 2007
Skills
Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Project Management, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Program Management, Call Center, Team Leadership, Software Documentation, Management, Healthcare, Time Management, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, Social Networking, Social Skills, Microsoft SQL Server, Coaching, Budgets, Problem Solving, Business Analytics, Change Management, Negotiation, Workshop Facilitation, Call Centers, Predictive Dialers, Proofreading, Customer Relations, Online Research, Curriculum Systems, Innovation, SQL Server, Gmail, Data Integration, Large Group Facilitation, Internet Research, Connecting, Investigation, Lean Thinking, Leadership, Analysis, Training, Databases
Education
Catalyst University 2014 — 2015
Leadership
Western Michigan University 2002 — 2004
BA- 2004, Political Science
Auburn University 1999 — 2000
Gull Lake High School 1995 — 1999
Radiant Church August 2005 - Present
Bissetron August 1992 - January 1995
Portage Public Schools August 1990 - May 1992
Skills
Video Editing, Photography, Mac, Media Production, Photoshop, Storytelling, Entertainment, Producing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Video Production, Videography, Final Cut Studio, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Facebook
Education
Park Place School of Electrology 1992 — 2008
Board Certification Registered Electrologist, Para Medical Field
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1995 — 1996
West Michigan Glass Art Center January 2009 - August 2015
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan January 2002 - January 2010
Portage Public Schools January 2008 - January 2009
Lintas Campbell-Ewald Advertising Agency September 1993 - September 1996
Skills
Community Education, Teaching, Art, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Research, Public Speaking, Nonprofits
Education
Hope College 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications, English
Portage Public Schools August 2012 - Present
Montello Public Schools August 2011 - June 2012
St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 August 2009 - June 2011
Skills
Classroom Management, Special Education, Lesson Planning, Differentiated..., Elementary Education, Literacy, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Classroom, Curriculum Design, K-12, Tutoring, Educational Technology, Teacher Training, Staff Development, Teaching
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor's degree, Biology
Michigan State University
Master's Degree in Special Education, Special Education and Teaching
Portage Public Schools July 2012 - Present
Kalamazoo public schools 2009 - 2012
Bangor Public Schools July 2004 - September 2006
Schoolcraft Community Schools/Schoolcraft Middle School July 1996 - August 2004
Skills
Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Educational Leadership, Classroom Management, Elementary Education, Educational Technology, Differentiated..., Lesson Planning, K-12, Literacy, Classroom, Staff Development, Special Education, Teaching, Tutoring, Teacher Training, Early Childhood..., Curriculum Mapping, Secondary Education, Technology Integration, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits
Education
Western Michigan University 2000 — 2002
Master's degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Western Michigan University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Secondary Education and Teaching
Ohio University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government
Portage Public Schools June 2012 - Present
Henderson Castle Kalamazoo July 2015 - Present
Wenke Greenhouses March 2015 - May 2015
The Bridge Church May 2014 - September 2014
SpringHill Camps June 2013 - July 2013
Skills
Video Editing, Photoshop, Photography, Mission Work, Digital Photography, Team Leadership, Final Cut Pro, Camp Counselor, Student Ministry, Youth Ministry, Video, Videography, Sound Design, Creative Writing, Advertising, Public Relations, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Social Media, Writing
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2015 — 2016
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Graphic Design
YWAM Denver 2014 — 2015
Discipleship Training
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Advertising, Public Relations, Minor in Writing, 3.6
Portage Central High School 2009 — 2012
City of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan September 2015 - Present
Clare-Gladwin RESD November 2011 - Present
Clare-Gladwin RESD October 2013 - September 2015
Portage Public Schools September 2011 - November 2011
Portage Public Schools July 2010 - August 2011
Humanergy, Inc January 2010 - May 2010
Albion College Euphonics August 2009 - May 2010
Harrington Elementary School September 2007 - May 2010
Alpha Xi Delta Sorority, Albion College February 2007 - May 2010
Dori Wilson Public Relations June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Facebook, Editing, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Internal & External..., Website Development
Education
Albion College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Communication Studies; Management (Carl A. Gerstacker Institute for Professional Management
Portage Public Schools August 2000 - Present
Morley Stanwood Public Schools August 1998 - June 2000
Skills
Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, Elementary Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Design, Staff Development, Educational Technology, K-12, Lesson Planning, Classroom, Coaching, Event Planning, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Special Education, Teacher Training, Teaching
Education
Western Michigan University 1995 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, Education
Ferris State University 1993 — 1995
Associate's degree, Art/Art Studies, General
Kalamazoo RESA September 2013 - Present
Kalamazoo RESA January 2011 - August 2013
Kalamazoo RESA January 2007 - December 2010
Portage Public Schools August 1999 - December 2006
Skills
Educational Leadership, Special Education, Staff Development, Classroom Instruction, Transition Planning, Teacher Training, Secondary Education, IEP Development
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2015
Special Education Administration
Western Michigan University 2001 — 2005
Master's Degree, Career and Technical Education
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, Special Education
Millennium Restaurant Group August 2009 - Present
Main St. Pub December 2007 - April 2010
Portage Public Schools September 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Social Media, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Mac OS, Positive Can-do Attitude, TAM Certified, Organizational..., Catering, Food, Hospitality, Training, Corporate Events, Hospitality Management, Parties, Teamwork, Telephone Skills, Event Management, Time Management, PowerPoint, Food, Food & Beverage
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2007 — 2010
Degree in Progress, Political Science and Government
Delta College 2008 — 2009
Political Science and Government
Portage Central High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma, 3.4 G.P.A.
Ludington Area School District September 2000 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 1997 - June 1998
Vicksburg High School September 1990 - June 1996
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Editing
Education
Michigan State University 1996 — 1998
Master of Education (MEd), Curriculum Development
Université Sorbonne, Paris 1991 — 1991
Certificate d'étude, la langue française
Western Michigan University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Education (BEd), French / English
Farmers Insurance September 2013 - Present
The Judson Group May 2012 - September 2013
Portage Public Schools April 2011 - February 2012
Hope College August 2009 - December 2011
Shannondale Mahogany Swim Club June 2011 - September 2011
Shannondale Swim Club March 2006 - September 2011
Hope College August 2009 - May 2011
Hope College August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Marketing, Psychology, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Research, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Teaching, Recruiting, Facebook, Sales, Social Networking, Team Leadership
Education
Hope College 2008 — 2012
B.A, Psychology and Communications
Austro-American Institute of Education
Vienna, Austria
Portage Northern High School 2004 — 2008
Portage Public Schools June 2015 - Present
Lake Center Elementary, Portage Public Schools August 2006 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Staff Development, DIBELS, Curriculum Development, Tutoring, Nonprofits, Team Building, Event Planning
Education
Cornerstone University 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education
Hope College 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education
East China School District August 2012 - Present
University of Michigan Wolverine Technique Football Camp June 2001 - June 2014
Clintondale Community Schools August 1999 - August 2012
Paw Paw Public Schools August 1998 - July 1999
Portage Public Schools August 1995 - November 1998
Skills
Tutoring, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Classroom Instruction, Curriculum Development, Certified School..., Test Proctoring, Crisis Management, Public Speaking, Department Head, Educational Leadership, Differentiated..., K-12, Educational Technology, Coaching, Curriculum Design, ESL, Classroom, Grant Writing, Instructional Design, Literacy, Classroom Management, Special Education, Teacher Training, Learning Disabilities, Lesson Planning, Secondary Education, High School Football, Athletics, College Applications, College Education..., College Recruiting, Scheduling, Core Curriculum, Michigan Merit..., Student Counseling, Constituent..., Voice Broadcasting, Public Address, Process Scheduler, Elementary Education, Middle School, Athletic Administration, Social Studies, Physical Education, Student Development, Curriculum Mapping, Staff Development, Basketball Coaching, Instructional Technology
Education
Central Michigan University 2006 — 2009
School Counseling Endorsement, School Counseling
Saginaw Valley State University 2004 — 2006
Master's Degree, Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University 1992 — 1998
Bachelor of Secondary Education, Geography
Golden Living Center April 2013 - Present
St. Francis University February 2013 - Present
Flood City Brass Band February 2001 - Present
Jennifer Shuty--saxophone teacher May 1999 - Present
Portage Public Schools 2006 - 2012
Berlin Brothersvalley School District August 2003 - August 2006
Skills
Music, Saxophone, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Music Education, Lesson Planning, Educational Technology, Teaching, Tutoring, Differentiated...
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 2004 — 2009
Master of Arts (MA), Saxophone performance
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1999 — 2003
Bachelor ofScience in Education, Music Education
Portage Public Schools August 2005 - Present
Portage Public Schools 2009 - 2014
Portage Public Schools 2005 - 2014
Portage Public Schools 2011 - 2012
Skills
Educational Leadership, Differentiated..., Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Curriculum Design, Literacy, Staff Development, Teaching, Professional Learning..., Teaching Writing, DIBELS, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Curriculum Mapping, Teacher Evaluation, Teacher Mentoring, Higher Education, RTI
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2010
Educational Specialist (Ed. S), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2008
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Western Michigan University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Secondary Education and Teaching
Save the Water™ (STW™) October 2015 - Present
VML January 2014 - Present
SGK May 2012 - January 2014
Portage Public Schools December 2011 - May 2012
Reedy Corporation April 2010 - December 2011
WZUU-FM 2009 - 2010
World Tea Exposition 2006 - 2009
Clear Channel Radio 2004 - 2008
Complete Music, Inc 2002 - 2004
Cumulus Broadcasting, WRKR-WKMI January 1998 - January 2002
Skills
Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Event Management, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Editing, Facebook, Account Management, Brand Development, Public Speaking, Hospitality, Advertising, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Promotions, Customer Relations, Team Leadership, Campaign Management, Writing, Community Relations, Corporate Communications, SEO, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Budgeting, Word, Problem Solving, Research, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, Outlook, Market Planning, Blogging, Special Events, Direct Marketing, Negotiation, Corporate Branding, Brand Awareness, Sales Management, Digital Marketing, CPG Industry, Client Relations, Strategic Communications, C Suite
Education
Arizona State University 2004 — 2007
Public Relations/Communications, Public Relations/Business/Journalism
Mesa Community College 2003 — 2005
AA, General Business
High school
Diploma, General Studies
Kalamazoo Community Mental Health July 2011 - Present
MediFit Corporate Services 2013 - 2014
Portage Public Schools November 1982 - June 2011
Bristol Leisenring & Co. April 1975 - November 1982
Skills
Certified Public..., Due Diligence, Government Accounting, CPA, QuickBooks, Accounting System, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Microsoft Excel, Auditing, Budgets, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Financial Analysis, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Fundraising
Education
Western Michigan University 1975 — 1977
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting and Finance
Kellogg Community College 1973 — 1975
Climax-Scotts Jr./Sr. High School August 2011 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2007 - August 2011
Portage Public Schools August 2005 - August 2007
Grand Ledge Public Schools August 2002 - August 2005
Mount Clemens Community Schools August 2000 - August 2002
William T. Dwyer High School 1991 - 1999
Skills
Educational Leadership, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, Research, Classroom Management, Curriculum Design, Lesson Planning, Staff Development, Education Reform, Professional Learning..., K-12, Differentiated..., RTI, Teacher Evaluation, Teacher Training, Educational Technology, Leadership
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2010
Ed.S., Educational Leadership
Michigan State University 1999 — 2000
M.A., Educational Administration
Central Michigan University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor's Degree, Education, K-12
WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine July 2015 - September 2015
Bronson Healthcare May 2015 - July 2015
Bronson Methodist Hospital November 2013 - May 2015
Bronson Healthcare May 2013 - November 2013
Bronson Methodist Hospital December 2011 - May 2013
2009 Bronson Methodist Hospital April 2007 - July 2009
Portage Public Schools November 2003 - March 2009
Bronson Methodist Hospital September 2005 - April 2007
Manpower @ Pfizer September 2004 - August 2005
Prima @ Pharmacia September 2001 - October 2003
Skills
Epic Systems, Teaching, Customer Service, Hospitals, Public Speaking, HIPAA, Healthcare, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Event Planning, Training, Curriculum Design, Ambulatory, Healthcare Information..., Process Improvement, Coaching, Program Management, Human Resources, Project Management, CPOE, Interviews, EHR, Management, Physicians, Inpatient, Ambulatory Care, Health Information..., Meditech
Education
Spring Arbor University 2009 — 2012
Bachelors, Business Management & Organizational Development, 3.5
Spring Arbor University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1999 — 2000
Associate of Science, Special Education
Lake Michigan College 1998 — 1999
None, Special Education
Portage Public Schools August 2013 - Present
Indiana State Council - SHRM January 2013 - Present
Stone Belt Arc, Inc. May 2003 - May 2013
Indiana State Council - SHRM January 2010 - January 2013
Indiana State Council - SHRM January 2006 - December 2009
Queen City Reprographics, Inc. April 2000 - May 2003
Newport Aquarium 1998 - 1999
International Theme Park Services 1995 - 1998
Kings Island 1989 - 1995
Skills
Employee Relations, Organizational..., Social Media, Facility Operations, Employee Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, EEO, Change Leadership, Presenter, Safety, HIPAA, Technology Integration, Change Management, Facilities Operations, Executive Coaching, HR Consulting, Dynamic Speaker, Connector of People, Leadership, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Employee Engagement, Training, Interviews, Recruiting, Onboarding, Talent Management, HRIS, Program Management, Employee Training, Benefits Administration, New Hire Orientations, Nonprofits, Performance Management, FMLA, HR Policies, Deferred Compensation, Employee Handbooks, Performance Appraisal, Labor Relations, Staff Development
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1992 — 1995
BA/BA
St. Joseph's College 2010 — 2013
MBA
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1991 — 1992
Portage Public Schools August 2009 - Present
The Boomerang Project February 2006 - June 2008
Incarnate Word High School August 2007 - May 2008
Lawrence Public Schools USD 497 August 2002 - May 2007
Piper USD 203 August 2000 - May 2002
Manteca Unified School District August 1998 - May 2000
Skills
Classroom Management, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Lesson Planning, Science, Tutoring
Education
Coe College 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Chemistry
Perspective Travel, an Independently Owned &Operated Affiliate of Avoya Travel April 2014 - Present
SeaLandAir Travel, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Portage Public Schools October 2010 - June 2011
Certified Home Stager & Owner: Divine Dips & Seasonings September 2009 - October 2010
WWMT-TV 3 1991 - February 2010
WWMT - Channel 3 April 1991 - December 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Advertising, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Blogging, Copywriting, Marketing, Creative Writing, Editing, Broadcast, Sales, Customer Service, Event Management
Education
Michigan State University 1985 — 1989
BA, Communications & Advertising
Godwin Heights Public Schools May 2015 - Present
Captain Morgan's Flight School March 2008 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2014 - May 2015
Bangor Public Schools August 2013 - August 2014
Portage Public Schools August 2010 - June 2013
Vision 7 Transport, LLC March 2004 - November 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Preaching, Non-profits, Theology, Pastoral Care, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Social Media, Discipleship, Biblical Studies, Nonprofits, long jump, sprint relays (400RLY), Spanish
Education
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), Secondary Education and Teaching
Cornerstone University 2007 — 2010
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Pastoral Studies/Counseling
United States Naval Academy 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), American Politics and Law
Portage Northern High School 1996 — 2000
High School
Harvard University
IB Schools of Michigan June 2003 - Present
Portage Public Schools April 1997 - Present
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1999 — 2007
doctorate, Politics in Education
Portage Public Schools June 2002 - Present
Skills
Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, Teaching, Educational Leadership, Educational Technology, Classroom, Public Speaking, K-12, Teacher Training, Special Education, Staff Development, Microsoft Office
Education
Western Michigan University 1995 — 1998
Master's Degree, Educational Leadership
Northwestern University 1989 — 1992
BS, Journalism
Kalamazoo College
Teaching certificate, History and English
KC Ready 4s 2011 - Present
Portage Public Schools July 2001 - June 2009
Skills
Grant Writing, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Social Media, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Program Development, Event Planning, Leadership, Community Development, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Teaching
Education
Ohio Wesleyan University 1975 — 1979
BA, Mathematics and Econmics
Portage Public Schools August 2005 - Present
Constantine Public Schools July 1999 - July 2005
Escanaba Area High School 1997 - 1999
Skills
RtI Specialist, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Classroom Management, Staff Development, Lesson Planning, Differentiated..., Teaching, Literacy, K-12, Special Education, Classroom, Higher Education, Education Reform, Teacher Evaluation, Teacher Training, Public Speaking, Professional Learning..., Education Policy, Community Outreach, Technology Integration, Tutoring, RTI, Secondary Education, Curriculum Mapping, Instructional Technology, Educational Consulting, Data Driven Instruction, Elementary Education, Curriculum Assessment, Alternative Education, Smartboard, Language Arts, Science Education, Behavior Management, Student Counseling, Educational Research, Instructional Design
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2010
Education Specialists Degree, Educational Leadership
Western Michigan University 1992 — 1996
Master of Arts (MA), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Albion College 1986 — 1990
Mathematics, Education, mathematics
Jenison Public Schools September 1986 - Present
Portage Public Schools 1983 - 1986
Benton Harbor Area Schools 1977 - 1982
Skills
Music Education, Choral, Piano, Vocal, Singing, Classical, Musical Theatre, Teaching, Music, Ensemble, Choral Conducting, Vocal Coaching, Music Theory, Chamber Music
Education
Western Michigan University 1982 — 1984
MA, Choral Conducting
Olivet College 1973 — 1977
BA, Music Education
Portage Public Schools August 2000 - Present
Kallewaard Photography January 1985 - June 1998
Skills
Marketing, Curriculum Development, Teachers, Lesson Planning, Elementary Education, Smartboard, Differentiated..., Science Education, Educational Technology, Curriculum Design, Literacy, Educational Leadership, Community Outreach, Teaching, Special Education
Education
Marygrove College 2001 — 2002
MA, Education
Western Michigan University 1998 — 2000
BS, Elementary Education
California State University-East Bay 1997 — 1998
Education
City College of San Francisco 1982 — 1984
AA, Commerical Photography
Portage Public Schools November 2011 - Present
Wolverine Fireworks Display, Inc July 2003 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2000 - November 2011
Midwest Concepts Corporation June 2006 - August 2011
OfficeMax September 1999 - April 2007
Western Michigan University October 1999 - August 2000
Western Michigan University August 1999 - August 2000
Lake Superior State University September 1994 - May 1999
Skills
Teaching, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Troubleshooting, Editing, Social Media, Network Administration, Higher Education, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Educational Technology, Customer Service, Active Directory, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Cisco IOS, Windows, DNS, Microsoft Exchange, Networking, Research, Computer Hardware
Education
Lake Superior State University 1994 — 1999
B.S., Psychology
Pittsford Area Schools 1981 — 1994
High School Graduate, 3.0
Portage Public Schools August 2008 - Present
Lapeer Community Schools August 2004 - August 2008
Skills
Curriculum Development, Teaching, Art, Elementary Education, Lesson Planning
Education
Western Michigan University 2006 — 2010
M.A., Art Education
Michigan State University 1999 — 2002
B.F.A, Art Education
Home in Alton, Illinois August 2012 - Present
Loch Sloy Woodworking July 2002 - July 2007
Portage Public Schools July 2002 - June 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Higher Education, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Social Media, Teaching, Public Speaking, Curriculum Design
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1969 — 1982
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership/curriculum design and development, superlative
University of Notre Dame 1965 — 1969
Bachelor's degree in Pre-professional Studies/Science major
Portage Public Schools August 2009 - Present
Fennville Public Schools August 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Classroom Management, Differentiated..., Lesson Planning, Leadership
Education
Western Michigan University 2007 — 2012
Master's degree, Evaluation, Measurement and Research
Central Michigan University 2001 — 2006
B.S. in Secondary Education, Mathematics and Health
Portage Public Schools 2012 - Present
Schoolcraft Community Schools January 2005 - March 2012
Schoolcraft Community Schools September 1999 - January 2005
Avis Rent a Car May 1977 - November 1982
Skills
Team Building, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Transportation, Customer Service, Management, Public Speaking, Leadership, Teaching, Logistics, Training, Staff Development, Microsoft Word
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Oakland Christian School July 2011 - Present
PESG September 2009 - June 2011
The Salvation Army Royal Oak January 2010 - September 2010
The Salvation Army of Royal Oak and Kalamazoo September 2004 - December 2009
Portage Public Schools September 2008 - June 2009
Gap Inc October 2008 - May 2009
Washington Writers' Academy January 2008 - May 2008
Kalamazoo Public Schools September 2007 - April 2008
Washington Writers' Academy September 2007 - December 2007
Mattawan Later Elementary January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Organizing, Communications, Flexibility, Social Services, Special Education, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Elementary Education, Staff Development, Tutoring, Educational Leadership
Education
Oakland University 2010 — 2010
additional certification - Mathematics Grades 6-8
Western Michigan University 2003 — 2008
BS, Elementary Education
Portage Central High School 1999 — 2003
High School Diploma, IB Certificate in English and History
Cove Cay Marina and R3 Holdings June 2013 - Present
International Baccalaureate Schools of Michigan January 2006 - Present
Portage Public Schools July 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Educational Leadership, Curriculum Development, Staff Development, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, Leadership, Leadership Development, Teaching, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Higher Education, Program Development, Teacher Training, Educational Technology, Team Building, Training
Education
Eastern Michigan University 2000 — 2008
doctorate, Educational Leadership /Politics
Bronson Athletic Club April 2014 - August 2014
Abbott February 2014 - March 2014
United Vaccines, Inc. July 2013 - November 2013
Abraxas LLC July 2010 - April 2013
Portage Public Schools 2006 - March 2013
Prima Communications Inc. January 2000 - April 2010
Western Michigan University 1998 - 2000
Human Kinetics 1995 - 1997
Calvin College 1983 - 1991
Skills
Validation, Technical Writing, FDA, GMP, Sop, Document Management, Editing, Software Documentation, Pharmaceutical Industry, Training, Microsoft Office, 21 CFR Part 11, SharePoint, Teaching, SnagIt, Proofreading, Outlook, Coaching, SOP
Education
Calvin College 1973 — 1977
B.A., English
Michigan State University
MA, Kinesiology
PharmOptima March 2012 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 2010 - June 2012
PharmOptima January 2007 - March 2010
Pfizer 1990 - 2003
Pharmacia 1990 - 2003
Skills
Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Drug Discovery, Data Analysis, GLP, High Throughput..., Drug Development, Research, Cell
Education
Aquinas College 1981 — 1985
B.S., Biology, Chemistry
Grand Rapids Union High School 1978 — 1981
Portage Public Schools August 1997 - Present
Lafayette School Corp. in Lafayette, IN January 1975 - January 1981
Skills
Elementary Education, Lesson Planning, Educational Leadership, Teachers, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Editing, Fundraising, Research, Coaching, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Classroom Management, Staff Development, Differentiated...
Education
Purdue University 1970 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Master of Science, Elementary Education and Teaching
University of Madrid, Spain 1972 — 1973
Portage Public Schools August 2010 - Present
Covert High School August 2007 - June 2010
Fitzgerald Public Schools August 2001 - June 2007
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Tutoring, Educational Technology, Classroom, Educational Leadership, Lesson Planning, Staff Development, Teacher Training, Research, Public Speaking, Instructional Design, Classroom Management
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2013 — 2017
Kalamazoo College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics, Mathematics, Education
Portage Public Schools January 2009 - Present
Special Education Learning Facility April 2011 - June 2011
Portage Resale Shop Board May 2009 - June 2010
Evangelical Covenant Church 2003 - 2008
Skills
Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Teaching, Event Planning, Program Development, Youth Ministry, Curriculum Development, Theology, Staff Development, Conflict Resolution, Preaching, Biblical Studies, Pastoral Care, Discipleship, Higher Education, Microsoft Office
Education
Indiana University-Northwest 2011 — 2012
Masters, Special Education - Mild Intervention
North Park University 2007 — 2009
BA, Church Ministry Magement, Nonprofit
THOREK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL December 2014 - Present
Chicago Public Schools August 2014 - Present
Genesis HealthCare May 2012 - August 2014
Tricare Rehabilitation Services, Inc. May 2011 - May 2012
RehabCare December 2009 - December 2011
Portage Public Schools August 2009 - July 2010
Kindred Hospital Indianapolis South May 2009 - July 2009
Robert L. Milisen Speech and Hearing Clinic August 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Aphasia, Articulation, Dysphagia, Speech, Speech Therapy, Treatment, Voice Disorders, Therapists, Language Disorders
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts, Speech-Language Pathology
Grand Valley State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, biology
Vicksburg High School June 2010 - Present
Vicksburg Community Schools August 2001 - June 2010
Portage Public Schools August 1994 - June 2001
Skills
Teaching, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Team Leadership, K-12, Editing, Cross-functional Team..., Educational Consulting, Teacher Training, Budgets, Gifted Education, Change Management, Curriculum Design, Special Education, Lesson Planning, Educational Technology, Education Reform, Classroom Management, Classroom, Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Development
Education
Grand Valley State University 1996 — 2000
Master of Education, Educational Leadership
Central Michigan University 1989 — 1994
BS in Education, Biology / Chemistry
Edwards Garment June 2014 - Present
Dimplex Thermal Solutions December 2012 - May 2014
Dimplex Thermal Solutions March 2011 - December 2012
Business Intelligence Associates, Inc. (BIA) August 2009 - March 2011
Portage Public Schools September 2006 - August 2009
Borgess Health June 2003 - June 2006
Cooker Bar and Grille June 1999 - December 2001
Skills
Networking, SharePoint, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Exchange, Hardware, Customer Service, Servers, Management, Help Desk Support, Process Improvement, System Administration, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Windows, Social Media, Research, Outlook, PowerPoint, Sales, Network Administration, Windows Server, Database Administration, VMware, Windows 7, Software Documentation, Server 2008 R2, Windows 8, Traverse, EMC Storage, AVAYA IP Office, McAfee Antivirus, Mcafee EPO, Symantec Endpoint..., JitBit, Symantec Backup Exec, iOS, Mobile Devices, Mobile Technology, Windows Phone 8, VSphere, Active Directory..., Group Policy, Vendor Management, Asset Management, Server 2003, Windows XP Pro, WSUS, Server 2012
Education
Western Michigan University 1996 — 1999
Kalamazoo Central
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Portage Public Schools September 2011 - Present
Skills
Tutoring, Teaching, Lesson Planning
Education
University of Michigan 2009 — 2011
DePaul University 2006 — 2009
BA, Digital Cinema
Coldwater Community Schools August 2015 - Present
Coldwater Community Schools August 2012 - Present
Coldwater Community Schools August 2006 - June 2012
Portage Public Schools 2005 - 2005
Skills
Educational Technology, Teaching, Library, Curriculum Design, Technology Integration, Elementary Education, Instructional Technology, Staff Development, Information Literacy, Library Instruction, Literacy, Library Science
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2005
Master's of Education, Library and Technology
Western Michigan University 1993 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Education
Borgess Health May 2008 - Present
Borgess Research Institute 2014 - 2014
Borgess Research Institute 2014 - 2014
Portage Public Schools May 2006 - August 2009
Skills
GCP, Endocrinology, Neurology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Cardiology
Education
Kalamazoo College 2003 — 2005
BA, Biochemisty and English
Ohio Wesleyan University 2001 — 2003
BA, Biology
Lutheran Westland
Bellevue High School September 2008 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 2007 - June 2008
Climax-Scotts High School August 2004 - June 2007
Skills
Teaching, Coaching, Staff Development, Elementary Education, Lesson Planning, Educational Leadership, Teachers, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Classroom Management, Differentiated..., Literacy, Teacher Training, K-12, Tutoring
Education
Marygrove College 2003 — 2008
Masters, Education
Michigan State University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, History
Portage Public Schools September 1972 - June 2005
Education
Hope College 1968 — 1972
B.A., Mathematics, Education
Kalamazoo Association of Retired School Personnel May 2012 - Present
Portage Public Schools September 1995 - June 2010
Portage Public Schools August 1986 - June 2010
Hartford Public Schools October 1982 - July 1986
Skills
Newsletters, Leadership, Teaching, Instructional Design, Research, Curriculum Development, K-12, Management, Access, Editing, Blogging, Higher Education, Curriculum Design, Nonprofits, Public Speaking
Education
Western Michigan University 1975 — 1976
MA, Instructional Media
Western Michigan University 1970 — 1972
BS, Biology, History, Secondary Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1968 — 1970
Education
Forensic Science Educational Consulting January 2008 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 1997 - Present
Portage Public Schools 1998 - 2012
Skills
Curriculum Development, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Lesson Planning, Educational Technology, Teacher Training, Staff Development, Science Education, Science, Tutoring, K-12, Classroom, Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Classroom Management, Public Speaking
Education
Miami University
B.S., Comprehensive Science Ed.
West Branch High School
Western Michigan University
Master of Science, Science Education
Portage Public Schools August 2012 - Present
Newell Elementary August 2011 - August 2012
Saint Monica School -- Kalamazoo, MI August 2010 - July 2011
Saint Monica School August 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Elementary Education, Elementary, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Classroom Instruction, Differentiated..., Early Childhood..., Early Childhood, Smartboard, Guided Reading, Professional Learning..., RTI, Teaching Reading, DIBELS, Tutoring, Language Arts, Social Studies, Teaching Writing, Data Driven Instruction, Common Core State..., Teaching, Integrating Technology..., English Language..., Mathematics Education, Literacy, Educational Technology
Education
Saint Mary's College 2006 — 2010
B.A., Elementary Education (Early Childhood)
Msgr. John R. Hackett Catholic Central 2002 — 2006
St. Monica Catholic School 1993 — 2002
Portage Public Schools
Skills
K-12, Educational Leadership, Professional Learning..., Classroom Management, Differentiated..., Education Reform, Teacher Evaluation, Lesson Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University
Administrative Certification
Western Michigan University
Masters, Mathematics Teacher Education
Portage Public Schools October 2011 - Present
Skills
Teaching
Education
Hope College 2007 — 2011
B.A., Spanish, Latin
Portage Public Schools October 1995 - Present
Skills
Fundraising, Curriculum Development, Editing, Event Planning, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Literacy, Teaching, Microsoft Word, Community Outreach, Differentiated..., Educational Leadership, Teaching Writing, Training
Education
American Beauty College
Licensed Cosmetologist, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
General Studies
Alaska State Court System December 2012 - Present
Alaska Court System July 2008 - December 2012
Kalamazoo RESA July 2005 - July 2008
Kalamazoo RESA September 2000 - July 2005
Kalamazoo RESA September 1997 - September 2000
Portage Public Schools October 1984 - September 1997
Skills
Technical Support, Software Documentation, Analysis, Troubleshooting, Training, Microsoft Excel, Account Reconciliation, Outlook, Data Entry, Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Access, Help Desk Support, Customer Support, Accounting, Invoicing, QuickBooks
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1990 — 1992
Associates Degree, Computer Information Science
Alma College 1971 — 1974
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, Mathematics
p.e.s.g December 2008 - Present
loy norrix high school August 2006 - November 2006
Vicksburg Public Schools April 2006 - June 2006
portage public schools July 1993 - November 2005
Skills
Teaching, Educational Leadership, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Development, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Strength & Conditioning, Sports Psychology, Higher Education, Coaching, Differentiated..., Sports, Fitness
Education
Western Michigan University 2001 — 2007
bachelors of science, physical education and health
Kellogg Community College 2001 — 2001
general education, general education
Portage Central High School 1989 — 1993
h.s. diploma
Portage Public Schools August 2015 - Present
Hackett Catholic Central August 2011 - June 2015
Chicago Public Schools 2010 - 2011
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2007 — 2011
Secondary Education, English, Spanish
Portage Public Schools December 2011 - Present
Transamerica/TIG Insurance Company August 1986 - January 1998
Independent Bank of West Michigan August 1981 - August 1986
Skills
Insurance, Banking, Elementary Ed.-Guided..., Legal Assistant, Staff Development, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Public Speaking, Instruction, Curriculum Design, Non-profits, Fundraising, Tutoring, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Research
Education
Grand Valley State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science, Legal Administration/Criminal Justice
Ferris State University 1982 — 1983
n/a- attended 1 year-transfer to GVSU, Legal Studies
Gower School District 62 August 1992 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 1975 - June 1978
Western Springs Distric101 August 1972 - June 1975
Skills
Reading Specialist, Teacher Training, Professional Development, Curriculum Design, Educational Leadership
Education
Northern Illinois University 1968 — 1972
BS, MS, Elementary Education and Teaching
Ludington Area School District September 2000 - Present
Portage Public Schools 1996 - 1998
Vicksburg High School 1990 - 1996
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking
Education
Michigan State University 1996 — 1998
Master of Arts (M.A.), Curriculum and Instruction
Western Michigan University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), French/English Secondary Education
Portage Public Schools August 1989 - Present
Arkay Painting April 1984 - August 1988
Lakeside Children's Home January 1975 - June 1979
Skills
Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Teaching, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Editing, Non-profits, Fundraising, Creative Writing, Research, Event Planning, Coaching, Teachers, PowerPoint, Conflict Resolution, Curriculum Design, Blogging, Leadership Development, Lesson Planning, Kalamazoo Amateur...
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1978 — 1980
Portage Township Schools: Portage, IN April 2012 - Present
Crown Point Community Schools October 2011 - Present
Portage Public Schools 2011 - 2012
Crown Point Schools August 2011 - October 2011
Have House Shelter August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Word, PowerSchool, GradeQuick, DIBELS, ISTEP, Benchmark Testing, Microsoft Excel, NWEA
Education
Calumet College of Saint Joseph 2007 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
Grace College and Seminary 2006 — 2007
Portage Public Schools October 2006 - Present
Keystone Systems LLC 1993 - 2001
Manatron 1988 - 1993
Skills
Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Differentiated..., Curriculum Development, Literacy, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Classroom, Tutoring, Teaching
Education
Cornerstone University 2008 — 2010
Master's degree, Education
Western Michigan University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology
Portage Public Schools August 2005 - Present
Education
Cedarville University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Dixon Public August 2008 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 1996 - June 2005
Skills
Childcare
Education
Western Michigan University 1988 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
Colorado State University
Portage Public Schools Child Accounting SecretaryKalamazoo Public Schools2009 - 2009
Education
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies
First Congregational Church UCC of Kalamazoo January 2013 - Present
Portage Public Schools October 2002 - Present
Portage Public Schools October 2002 - Present
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Staff Development, Tutoring, Lesson Planning, Childcare, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Editing, Volunteer Management, Event Planning
Education
McCormick Theological Seminary 1998 — 2002
Masters of Divinity
Alma College 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Portage Public Schools July 1999 - Present
Thresholds July 1997 - April 1999
Brockton Multi-Service Center July 1993 - May 1997
Skills
Individual Counselling, At-risk Populations, Supervisory Experience, Psychosocial..., Mental Illness
Education
Millikin University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Simmons College School of Social Work
Masters in Social Work, Social Work
Portage Public Schools September 2010 - Present
Forest Hills Public Schools August 2009 - September 2010
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System August 2004 - July 2009
Department of National Defence October 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Staff Development, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Educational Leadership, Community Outreach, Educational Technology, K-12, Classroom Management, Curriculum Design
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 2001 — 2003
Master's Degree, Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Michigan State University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology
Western Michigan University 1992 — 1993
Vicksburg Community Schools September 1999 - Present
Family Dentistry 1986 - Present
Portage Public Schools January 2013 - June 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Management, Leadership, Training
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Associate's degree, Business/Commerce, General
Mattawan Consolidated School District July 2014 - Present
Green Meadows Golf Course May 2006 - Present
Portage Public Schools January 2014 - April 2014
Mattawan Consolidated School District August 2013 - December 2013
Kalamazoo Public Schools January 2013 - April 2013
Parchment School District September 2012 - December 2012
Comstock Public Schools January 2012 - April 2012
Gull Lake Community Schools October 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Cognitive Impairments..., Mathematics, Social Studies, Classroom, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Teaching, Literacy, Special Education, Tutoring, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Educational Technology
Education
Western Michigan University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Special Education and Teaching
Monroe County Community College 2007 — 2009
Otsego Middle School July 2003 - Present
Portage Public Schools August 1986 - July 2003
Portage Centarl High School August 1981 - November 2002
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Editing
Education
Western Michigan University 1982 — 1984
Master's degree, Educational Leadership and Administration
Evangel University 1975 — 1978
Education
Paw Paw Middle School January 2011 - Present
Western Middle School July 2008 - December 2011
Portage Public Schools August 1997 - July 2008
Education
Western Michigan University 1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Grand Valley State University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
WMU Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine April 2014 - Present
Bronson HealthCare Midwest July 2012 - April 2014
Portage Public Schools August 2010 - July 2012
Skills
PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Customer Service, Teaching, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Research, Project Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Fundraising, Social Media, Negotiation, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management
Education
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2011 — 2015
Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Portage Public Schools driving instructorsears driving schoolMay 2003 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Curriculum Development, Classroom, Staff Development
Education
Western Michigan University
Master's degree (plus 30), career and technical education (secondary education)
Principia College 1973 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education