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Professional Profile
Eager to
bring mathematics students into the twenty-first century using
technology.
Experienced in use of the
Internet and Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the
Promethean Interactive Whiteboard.
Versatile in creative ways
of engaging students through video podcasting.
Willing to offer
professional development to peers in technology.
Experienced in HTML
programming and web design.
Enthusiastic about bringing
mathematics into the everyday lives of students of any age.
Education
M.S.
Mathematics Education (pending)
University of
Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS. 2008
Bachelor of
Science in Mathematics Education
University of
Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS. 1999
Key Qualifications
Certified in
Secondary Mathematics and General Science Education.
Plan
real-world applications of mathematics using technology.
Implement
constructivist and metacognative approaches to mathematics.
Employment and
Education Experience
Oak Grove Middle School
2001 to present
Pearl River Community College
2006 - present
Developmental Math Instructor,
Adjunct Faculty
**Not currently teaching this
semester due to small course enrollment
University of Southern Mississippi
Summers of 2005 – 2007
Graduate Assistant to USM’s
Summer Mathematics Institute under
Dr. Sherry Herron and Dr.
Myron Henry
Nominated for Outstanding
Graduate Student from the College of
Science and
Technology (2008)
Lumberton High School
1999 – 2001
Pre-Algebra,
Geometry and Algebra II Teacher
Mu
Alpha Theta Sponsor
Junior
High Cheerleader Sponsor
Math
and Science Team Co-sponsor
Department
chair (2000 – 2001)
2001
Teacher of the Year
University of Southern Mississippi
1998 – 1999
College Algebra and Calculus Lab
Tutor
College Algebra and College Trigonometry Teaching
Experience
(for L. McDowell and M. Peters)
Experienced Presenter in Mathematics and
Technology
Designed and
conducted various school and district workshops for training in
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ActivStudio Software. Instructed
small groups of teachers in the use of SAMS and SPMS software for
student management.
Conference Presentation Experience
National
Council for Teachers of Mathematics National Conference
– Atlanta, Georgia 2007
Co-presenter for
“Projecting Fun into Your Curriculum with
Marshmallows”
Mississippi
Association for Middle Level Education Conference –
Hattiesburg, MS 2006
Co-presenter for “Mission Possible:
Multi-cultural Activities Across
Disciplines”
Vicksburg, MS 2005
Co-presenter for “MS-IT”
Co-presenter for “Projecting Fun into Your Curriculum
with
Marshmallows”
Mississippi
Professional Development Association –
Jackson, MS
2005
Presenter for “Balancing Excitement
and Expectation in Mathematics”
Mississippi
Science Teachers Association Conference –
Jackson,
MS 2004
Co-presenter for “MS-IT”
Co-presenter for “Marshmallow Olympics”
Mississippi
Council for Teachers of Mathematics –
Biloxi, MS 2002
Co-presenter for “Linear
Properties of Slinkies, Suds and Waves”
Continuing
Education and Professional Development
Project
Zero Classroom, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
2007
T
+ L National Conference, Dallas, TX
2006
Certification
in Basic and Advanced Blackboard,
2005
Research and Curriculum Unit, Mississippi State
University
Certification
in Basic Microsoft Access,
2005
Research and Curriculum Unit, Mississippi
State University
NCTM
Regional Conference, New Orleans, LA
2004
Grants
Received
Professional Affiliations
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