My Educational Philosophy
At the heart of my teaching is a profound commitment to equipping every student with the skills essential for their success. In our modern era, it's not just about content, but intertwining skills within that content to ensure our students are adeptly prepared for the evolving challenges of the 21st century. Presented below is the wealth of experience that has shaped and fortified my instructional toolkit.
Work experience
2021- Present
Korea International School
Middle School Design and Science Teacher
2017-2021
The American School of Kinshasa
Middle School Design and Science Teacher
2014-2017
Jay Pritzker Academy- Siem Reap, Cambodia
Lower School STEM Teacher
Other Experience
Satit Kaset- Homeroom Teacher- 1 yr
Mt Evans Outdoor School- Intern- 1.5yr
Montana State University- Bozeman
M.S. Science Education
University of Northern Colorado
B.A. Elementary Education
Qualifications
ISTE Certified Educator
International Baccalaureate Teaching and Learning Certificate MYP, Science
Colorado Teaching Certificate
Elementary Education
Science grades 7-12
Math grades 7-12
Council of International Schools (CIS) Acredditor
Professional Development
Conference and IB Workshop Completion
Microsoft Certified Educator
NWEA Conference in Formative Assessment Practices
Project-Based Learning in MYP Sciences
Assessment: Reaffirming, Reworking, & Rethinking Assessment - Tom Schimmer
IB MYP Graduate Certificate-Focus on Sciences
IB CAT 1 & 2 Design
IB CAT 3 Projects (Personal and Community)
IB CAT 3 IDU
ISS- Standards-Based Grading 2.0- Ken Robinson
Project Based Learning- Jay McTighe
Discovering Positive Education
Global Citizen Certificate- Inspire Citizens
Extra-Curricular Work/Responsibilities
Head of Domain D for CIS authorization
Team Member for External CIS Accreditation
Subject Lead for MYP Authorization
Personal Project Coordinator
Technology Integration Specialist
Coach for MS Cross Country
Coach MS Soccer
Coach for HS & MS VEX Robotics
Coach for FIRST LEGO League