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Faculty Profile

Greetings, and welcome to my staff page! My official title within Alcoa City Schools is Technology Integration Facilitator, a role that I find both challenging and deeply rewarding. In essence, my primary responsibility revolves around empowering our dedicated educators by providing comprehensive support in the seamless integration of technology into their instructional practices. This encompasses a broad spectrum of assistance, from the initial setup and troubleshooting of classroom technological tools to the effective implementation of diverse educational software platforms. My aim is to ensure that our teachers feel confident and proficient in leveraging technology to enhance the learning experience for all students.
 
My contributions extend beyond these core duties. In today's dynamic educational landscape, technology plays an ever-evolving role, and therefore, my responsibilities are multifaceted and adaptable. I am also involved in:
 
  • Level II Zendesk Helpdesk Support
  • ACS District Level Website Management 
  • ACS System-Wide Website Support
  • ACS Social Media Management
  • ACS Technology Inventory Management
  • ACS Technology Configuration & Distribution
  • ACS System-Wide Technology Training & Coordination
  • District Digital Resource Design Support & Assistance
  • District Level Technology Purchasing
  • Technology Director Support & Assistance
 

Education

  • B.S. Communications - Liberty University, 1995
  • B.S. Bible & Elementary Education, Johnson University, 1999
  • M.S. Holistic Education, Johnson University, 2001
  • Ed.S. Educational Technology, Johnson University, 2019
 

Experience

  • 2001-2012 | Carpenters Middle School (Computer Technology Teacher)
  • 2012-2015 | Blount County Schools (District Technology Trainer)
  • 2015-2020 | Alcoa High School (Technology Coordinator)
  • 2020-Present | Alcoa City Schools (Technology Integration Specialist)
 

Other

  • YouTube Content Creator
  • Certified Google Trainer
  • Adjunct Professor, Johnson University

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