Experience Summary
Initially endorsed for Art (#042), a dual endorsement for Technology (#098) was
added in September 2014 and I transitioned from the art department to the business/
technology department. Classes focus on graphic design, web design, motion graphics,
digital photography and video production. Classes include fundamental skills as well as
advanced techniques. Students learn concepts in composition, typography, marketing
from a designer’s point of view, color theory, and software skills.
Throughout my public school career I have accomplished a great deal of personal
learning. I have an exceptional understanding of several Adobe software products
including: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, Muse, Edge Reflow,
Edge Animate, Fireworks, Bridge, After Effects and Captivate. I have developed an
understanding for several web and programming languages including HTML, CSS, SQL,
PHP, ColdFusion and Javascript.
I present a great deal of information on a daily bases on five fundamentally different topics
as I never teach two sections of the same subject. I develop new material on a regular
bases. I adjust my curriculum to reflect new technologies, techniques and trends. I manage
records, assessments, data and workflow for up to 150 students on any given day.
I also run a freelance business in my own time. I have created a number of graphic materials such as presentations, advertisements and marketing materials. I have worked for companies such as EMC, Juniper and Cisco.
Teaching Style
I am a very laid-back person. I like to teach what students want to learn. I try to being as much practical experience into my teaching as possible.