Special Education Instructional Technology

Dr. Amy J. Garton

**** **** ********; Springfield, MO 65804 417-***-**** *********@*********.***

Objective

To leverage extensive experience in educational leadership, instructional technology, and student-focused teaching to provide high-quality instruction and foster students. Share passion for contributing to diverse learning environments and supporting students across various formats, including online, face-to-face, and blended modalities.

Education

DOCTORATE DECEMBER 2022 UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - COLUMBIA

· Major: Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis EDUCATIONAL SPECIALIST AUGUST 2024 UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - COLUMBIA

· Major: Educational Administration

MASTER OF ARTS MAY 2018 MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

· Major: Teaching and Learning

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE AUGUST 2001 MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

· Major: Instructional Technology Specialist

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DECEMBER 1997 MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY

· Major: Mathematics Education

· Cum Laude Honors

Skills and Abilities

COMMUNICATION AND MANAGEMENT

· Application of problem-solving techniques to a variety of situations

· Creation and achievement of personal and professional goals while meeting established deadlines with efficiency and attention to detail

· Experience in presenting research-based topics at both national and regional educational conferences

· Establishes positive relationships with coworkers, students, parents, and all stakeholders in the education community

· Proficient in Learning Management Systems: Blackboard, Canvas, and Moodle CERTIFICATIONS

Special Education (Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical) K-12 Mathematics 5-12

Family and Consumer Science K-12

Computer Science K-12

Business K-12

Library Media Specialist K-12

Building Level Administrator K-12

LEADERSHIP

· National Board-Certified Teacher, Late Childhood and Early Adolescence Mathematics

· Mathematics Department Chair, Study Alternative Center

· Summer School Building Liaison, Study Alternative Center

· Food Pantry Coordinator, Study Alternative Center

· Teacher Student Team Coordinator, Study Alternative Center

· GO CAPS Extern, Springfield Chamber of Commerce

Experience

ADJUNCT FACULTY LINCOLN UNIVERSITY-MISSOURI AUGUST 2023 - CURRENT

· Per Course Online Asynchronous Instruction

· Introduction to the Exceptional Child and Post-Secondary Transition for Special Education Students SPECIAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS AUGUST 2020 - CURRENT

· Study Alternative Center: 6th – 12th grade Specially Designed Instruction and Transition

· Holland Elementary: K-5 Cross Categorical Services MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTOR SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS AUGUST 2004 – CURRENT

· Study Alternative Center: Academic Intervention Middle School

· Parkview High School: Taught 9th grade to 12th grade level mathematics courses

· Launch online courses: Algebra, Geometry, Middle School Math, Professional Math MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTOR NIANGUA PUBLIC SCHOOLS AUGUST 2003 – MAY 2004

· Instruction of all high school math classes, including Dual Credit College Algebra INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY AUGUST 2000 – MAY 2003

· Training of teachers in seven rural Missouri school districts in the use of distance learning and technology applications for education as part of the Ozarks Partnership for Teacher Enhancement Initiative

· Instruction of online math courses to rural school districts in Missouri, including Dual Credit College Algebra and Calculus

PER COURSE INSTRUCTOR MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY AUGUST 2000 – MAY 2003 · Computer Science 101

WORKSHOP INSTRUCTOR REGIONAL CONSORTIUM FOR EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AUGUST 2002 – MAY 2009

· Non-credit Computer Courses: Microsoft Office Suite, Web Design, and Basic Computer Navigation WORKSHOP INSTRUCTOR OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE AUGUST 1998 – MAY 2002

Non-credit Computer Courses: Microsoft Office Suite, Web Design, and Basic Computer Navigation MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTOR OZARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS DECEMBER 1997 – MAY 2000

· Instruction of Algebra and Geometry while assisting in the development of the Applied Math course as an electronic based curriculum

Professional References

Dr. Cynthia MacGregor Professor of Educational Studies, Evangel University 417-***-**** Ms. Denise Smith Process Coordinator, Springfield Public Schools 417-***-**** Ms. Casey Chew Missouri Options Teacher, Springfield Schools 417-***-****

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