Professional Portfolio of Carol Shaffer

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a technology related position with a focus on helping others utilize technology in their own environments.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Teacher in Kansas and Missouri
4 years experience teaching Advanced Placement Computer Science at the high school level
Colorado Instructional Technology Specialist Endorsement
Experience teaching Java programming, including Alice and Greenfoot
Advanced knowledge of graphic editing software including Photoshop, Fireworks, Flash, and Dreamweaver
Fluent in SQL and Access database use
Advanced knowledge of PC and Mac Operating Systems

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Computer Science Teacher
Blue Valley West High School, Overland Park, KS
2014-Present

Instructed students in the Computer Science College Now program at Johnson County Community College, based on the Java programming language
Taught students in computer programming based course utilizing Alice and Greenfoot

Computer Teacher
Wydown Middle School, Clayton, MO
2010-2013

Instructed students in Web Technology course focusing on HTML and Dreamweaver instruction and web site creation.
Taught Computer Explorations course to provide a basic understanding of computers, digital citizenship, and an introduction to programming using Scratch.
Instructed students in Video Lab courses with a focus on tools and strategies to effectively communicate messages in a video format.
Collaborated with colleagues in Art, Theater, and Music departments to incorporate different digital technologies as part of Integrated Arts course.

Computer Science Teacher
Davidson High School, Hilliard, OH
2006-2010

Instructed students in Advanced Placement Computer Science curriculum based on the Java programming language
Taught students in computer graphics based course utilizing Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Fireworks, and Macromedia Flash
Provided training to students in HTML and web design using Macromedia Dreamweaver
Served as School Webmaster

Computer Teacher
Falcon Creek Middle School, Centennial, CO
2003-2006

Instructed sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students in computer foundations curriculum, including word processing, Internet searching, keyboarding, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
Provided professional development experiences to colleagues.
Sponsored Computer Club as an extracurricular activity for students who are interested in learning more about computers.

Science Teacher
Falcon Creek Middle School, Centennial, CO
2001-2004

Instructed students in eighth grade science curriculum with a concentration in Physics, Chemistry, and the Human Body
Instructed students in seventh grade science curriculum with a concentration in Earth Sciences and Biology
Student Council Sponsor
Track and Field Coach

Life Science Teacher
Central Junior High School, Lawrence, KS
2000-2001

Paraprofessional
Unified School District 497, Lawrence, KS
2000

Worked individually with thirteen-year-old student with autism in an inclusive setting and assisted severely handicapped students with daily school needs

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Apple Computers, Denver, CO
Mac Specialist
2005-2006

EDUCATION

University of Colorado at Denver, Denver, CO
Masters of Arts in Education, 2004
Information and Learning Technologies Program

University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
Bachelor of Science in Education,
Concentration in Middle/Secondary Level General Science
1999

Teacher Certification Program
- Participated in Experimental 5th Year Certification Program conducted in Professional Development Schools aimed at recognizing the extent of diversity in schools and developing strategies for teaching and evaluating diverse groups of students by having year-long involvement at internship site.

PUBLICATIONS

Montessori Life, June 2006
"The Impact of Montessori on One Teacher's Use of Technology"