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Joel Solomon
Email: info@joelsolomon.com


OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a technology leader/teacher in the Denver metro area.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

On going

Instructor for Cherry Creek Schools Curriculum Integration Series (CIS) classes to support technology integration.
Session Titles: Advanced PowerPoint | Asking Good Questions | Introduction to Dreamweaver

June 2004-o5

Presenter at the 2004 & 2005 T.I.E. (Technology in Education) Conference at Copper Mtn.
Topic: "Power Point-More Than Just Slide Shows"

May 2005

Recipient of Cherry Creek Foundation Grant to purchase CO:Writer SOLO for Sagebrush Elementary
Grant Title: "CO:Writer SOLO - Building Better Writers"

May 2004

Recipient of Cherry Creek Foundation Grant to purchase CPS (Classroom Performance System) for Sagebrush Elementary
Grant Title: R.E.A.C.T. - "Reaching Educational Achievement through Computer Technology"

2003-2004

Instructor of a Professional Study Team with Sagebrush Teachers. Sixteen participants earned one CDE credit through 30 hours of course study.
Course Title: "Technology Integration Workshop for Teachers"

2003-2005

Leader of Sagebrush Elementary Technology Committee, as well as being responsible for developing school Technology Plan and Budget

2002-present

Designer of educational websites to enhance learning for both teachers and students
Websites: "In a Poetic State" for Students and "Asking Good Questions" for Teachers


SUMMARY

• Skilled in providing clear, creative explanations of technical information for non-technical people.

• History of success designing and delivering programs that generate children's interest and improved abilities.

• Relied upon as a resource to provide technical assistance and support in the use of technology in education.

• Offers a unique combination of traditional and progressive use of technology based on education training techniques.

• Experience developing and implementing educational technology projects that assist educators to achieve state standards.


EDUCATION

Spring 2002-Fall 2004

University of Colorado at Denver
ILT (Information and Learning Technology), School of Education
Masters of Arts
K-12 Teaching

1993-1994 University of Denver
Teacher Certification Program
K-6 Teaching License
1983-1987 Temple University
Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude
Communications Major/Marketing Minor
Recipient of Alumni Exceptional Student Award

EXPERIENCE

2005-present

Instructional Technology Coach
Cherry Creek Schools

• Provide school-based professional development that addresses school improvement plans

• Facilitate Professional Learning Communities and provide instructional leadership for schools

• Communicate district vision for technology integration based on research and best practice

2002-2005

Technology Specialist
Student Achievement Specialist

Sagebrush Elementary, CCSD

• Develop and implement site-based staff development opportunities to integrate educational technology into curriculum, teaching and learning utilizing individual mentor/coaching and peer team approaches

• Attend district training sessions in the use of new technology being implemented in Cherry Creek Schools.

• Collaborate with school media specialist to develop and implement lessons for students in grades K-5

1999-2001

 Technology Trainer/Facilitator
APS Quest Academy/Arkansas Elementary

Made recommendations to administrators as to how to best utilize technology budget money.

• Presented new technology to staff and administrators to show how these products can be integrated into the classroom.

• Provided ongoing technical support to staff and administrators.

1994-2001

 Classroom Teacher
Aurora Public Schools
Side Creek Elem., Arkansas Elem., APS Quest Academy

• Ability to assess students and implement appropriate curriculum in order to meet the needs of the learner.

• Designed lessons and assessments that align with state/district standards and proficiencies.

• Developed thematic units of study in ALL subject areas and presented dynamic lessons to generate student interest.

• Served as "Mentor Teacher" to student teachers entering the teaching profession.


SKILLS

Experience working with gifted and talented students, as well as students of all learning abilities

Extensive knowledge of Macintosh Operating Systems (OS8.6-OSX), Microsoft Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), and others (PhotoShop, AppleWorks, FileMaker Pro)

Designed websites for educational and business purposes using Dreamweaver, Fireworks, PhotoShop, Graphic Converter:
JoelSolomon.com
Sagebrush Elementary
Colorado GT Academy
Distinctive Wall Werx


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