Teacher Certification: South Carolina (2025 – 2029) with a Read to Succeed Endorsement.
Work Experience
July 2023 – Present
Self -Employed Design Consultation
Provided expert troubleshooting and support, assisting designers and program owners in optimizing PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Sway, and Articulate Storyline for instructional content development.
Collaborated on instructional design projects, offering strategic guidance to enhance course materials, interactive elements, and user engagement.
Developed tailored solutions, resolving technical challenges and ensuring seamless functionality across learning platforms.
July 2023 – Present
Self -Employed Handyman
Executed diverse repair and maintenance projects, including plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and general home improvements, ensuring high-quality workmanship.
Provided comprehensive client consultation, assessing needs, recommending solutions, and delivering accurate cost estimates for transparent service.
Managed all aspects of project execution, from sourcing materials to overseeing timelines, ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.
Maintained strong client relationships, offering regular updates, troubleshooting issues, and guaranteeing satisfaction through responsive communication.
August 2018 – June 2023
Bamberg County School District
Instructional Technology Coach
Led district-wide technology integration, training over 150 teachers, administrators, and staff on digital tools, including Student Information Systems, Learning Management Systems, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, GoGuardian, Clever, and more.
Executed large-scale instructional technology projects, supporting 2,282 users by spearheading tech adoption, from conception to rollout, while helping to secure over one million dollars in grants over 4 years to fund innovative initiatives.
Developed and delivered engaging professional development workshops, creating tutorials, guides, and online training modules to enhance digital literacy and ensure smooth technology adoption.
Managed district web presence, overseeing website development, online content, and student monitoring/filtering programs to support accessibility and engagement.
Built strategic vendor partnerships to streamline technology consolidation following the merger of two school districts, ensuring seamless integration of online services and digital tools.
Collaborated with leadership to assess emerging technologies and implement data-driven solutions that enhance district-wide instructional effectiveness with resources such as robotics, virtual reality, and drones.
2017 – 2018
Dallas Independent School District/ Seagoville High School
Teacher
Designed and delivered dynamic lessons aligned with Texas educational standards for United States History, AP Psychology, Sociology, Government, and Economics, fostering critical thinking and student engagement.
Assessed and evaluated learning objectives, adapting instruction to meet diverse student needs and maximize comprehension.
Created a positive, inclusive classroom environment, implementing strategies to enhance participation and support student success.
Communicated academic progress effectively with students and parents, providing constructive feedback and individualized support.
Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to ensure equitable access to learning for all students.
Maintained meticulous grade records, ensuring accuracy in assessments and reporting.
2017 – 2018
Dallas Independent School District/ A. Maceo Smith New Tech HS
Teacher
Designed and implemented dynamic, project-based curriculum, integrating AVID strategies and fostering critical thinking in Psychology, Sociology, World Geography, and World History.
Led student showcases viewed by the public 3 times yearly, demonstrating applied skills and real-world learning outcomes.
Played a key role in the AVID National Demonstration Site confirmation process, collaborating with educators to refine instructional strategies and ensure program excellence.
Provided professional development, training faculty on Project-Based Instruction, student management systems, and assessment tools to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Directed school-wide testing operations, managing over 1,200 county/state exams annually, ensuring compliance, analyzing data trends, and reporting insights to stakeholders.
Served as sponsor of the yearbook club, overseeing publication planning, student engagement, and creative design.
2010 – 2014
Bamberg County School District One
Instructional Technology Coach
Facilitated the increase of technology in the delivery of instructional content developed and maintained system for professional development.
Provided formative coaching for improvement.
Assessed teacher’ and students’ knowledge of technology through the South Carolina e-Portfolio system.
Coordinated Radio Town Radio Station at Richard Carroll Elementary School.
Facilitated the development and maintenance of each school website.
Consulted with administration on the creation, refinement, and implementation for Computer Science curriculum for grades K-12 and Adult Education.
2008 – 2010
Bamberg County School District One
Teacher
Created and taught lessons according to South Carolina’s educational standards for United States History.
Evaluated expected objectives.
Created a positive learning environment and conducted a variety of non-instructional tasks.
Communicated academic progress to students and parent.
Maintained accurate records of grades.
Supervised students during various assigned duties.
Served as the sponsor for the National Beta Club.
2007 – 2008
LBC Middle School
Trainable Mentally Disabled Student Aide
Primary Aide for an autistic student.
Assisted with other TMD students.
Designed interactive, standards-based activities for interactive white boards for students with special needs.
2007 – 2008
Going for Groceries
Owner/Operator
Established and operated “Going for Groceries,” a local grocery delivery service.
Designed and maintained a user-friendly website.
Implemented effective marketing strategies to boost brand visibility and acquire customers.
Maintained accurate financial records.
Addressed customer inquiries and orders promptly.
Processed over 500 orders in the first year.
2005 – 2007
Leavelle McCampbell Middle School
Teacher
Created and taught lessons according to South Carolina’s educational standards for Early Cultures to 1600 (6th Grade) and South Carolina History (8th Grade).
Evaluated expected objectives.
Created a positive learning environment and conducted a variety of instructional tasks.
Communicated academic progress to students and parents.
Maintained accurate records of grades.
Supervised students during various assigned duties.
Sponsored the Academic Team and was Assistant Coach for Basketball.
University of South Carolina Aiken
Graduated 2005
BA in Secondary Education and Teaching
Developed expertise in pedagogy, curriculum design, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies, laying a foundation for impactful teaching.
Gained hands-on experience in instructional technology, classroom management, and student engagement techniques.
Strengthened ability to design innovative learning experiences that support diverse learners and foster academic growth.