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LORI H. MILLER
Waycross GA 31503
lorimiller@ureach.com
OBJECTIVE: Technology Education consultant (through writing,
research, creating curriculum, and speaking at conferences)
EDUCATION:
Walden University, Minneapolis MN
Master’s Degree in Integrating Technology in the Classroom
Currently enrolled in program
Valdosta State University, Valdosta GA
Bachelor of Science in Education, December 2000
Area of Specialization: Early Childhood
Abraham Baldwin College, Tifton GA
Associate of Arts in Education, August 2000
Area of Specialization: Elementary Education
CERTIFICATION: State of Georgia T-4 certification grades
Pre-K through 5
TEACHING:
Technology Instructor, Wacona Elementary School, 8/01-present
- Design and implement technology curriculum for all students in
grades K-5, based on draft of Georgia technology standards.
- Provide staff development training and assistance with
technology integration.
- Manage computer lab (regular technology lessons and extension
activity scheduling for other teachers)
- Head of Technology Committee. Plan activities, assist with
acquiring hardware and software.
- Technology Mentor representative for school at the system
level.
- Sponsor for several technology clubs, including: GenYes,
PROMOTE, SWAT teams, morning news show, the JASON Project, video editors.
- Organize and oversee Tech-Share during faculty meetings.
- Create and maintain school Web site.
- Head of School Improvement Committee.
- Plan, organize and oversee the school's Techstravaganza.
- Assist with Academic Quiz Bowl.
- Basic troubleshooting and maintenance of computers.
- After school tutoring (a technology based program).
- Sysadmin for various computer programs.
- Plan, organize, and oversee the school's Fall Festival.
Student Teacher, Second Grade, Lake Park Elementary School, 8/00-12/00
- Prepared and implemented educational objectives/lesson plans.
- Implemented positive classroom management strategies.
- Utilized various styles of teaching including cooperative
groups, peer tutoring, and the use of technology.
- Created interactive bulletin boards and learning centers.
- Participated in parent meetings and faculty meetings.
- Designed/implemented an integrated resource unit on
Thanksgiving.
- Prepared supplemental lessons for special needs and at-risk
students; gave additional instruction to students as needed.
- Implemented CCC computer program (pilot program).
Hahira Elementary School, Practicum Experience, Fifth Grade, 1/00-5/00
- Prepared and implemented educational objectives and lesson plans.
- Designed and implemented a thematic unit on the Westward
Expansion.
- Created a website showcasing student work.
W.G. Nunn Elementary School, Practicum Experience, Kindergarten,
9/99-12/99
- Prepared and implemented educational objectives and lesson plans.
- Designed and implemented an integrated unit based on teddy bears.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE: Tutoring reading and math, tutoring in
VSU Reading Lab, assisting with VSU Reading Conference for Children, judging
students' writings for RESA competitions, assisting and observing in various
classrooms, including a special ed. self-contained classroom.
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Secretary/Bookkeeper, Echols County Board of Education
- Requisitioned and applied Federal and state funds.
- Maintained employees’ personnel records.
- Payroll, accounts payable and receivable.
- Administered insurance, workers’ compensation, retirement plans.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS: ISTE, PAGE, International Reading
Association
COMPUTER SKILLS:
- Create and maintain school Web site using FrontPage and Netscape
Composer.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect,
FrontPage, Netscape Composer, FTP programs, Student Writing Center,
Kidspiration, Inspiration, KidPix, Adobe Photoshop Elements, PaintShop Pro,
Adobe GoLive, Adobe, Type to Learn 3, Hot Potatoes.
- Moderate HTML knowledge.
- Proficient in various education software programs, including Lexia
(computerized BLT), Successmaker (formerly CCC).
- Use of Georgia Online Assessment System (online CRCT practice system).
- Limited experience with Accelerated Reader, STAR Reading and Math,
Accelerated Math.
- Basic computer hardware/software maintenance.
TECHNOLOGY HONORS: Coached elementary, middle school, and high school
students who won at the District and State levels in the
PROMOTE Georgia project. Featured in
Education
World.
Tech Learning's School Site of the Week. Invited to the first
Capitol Tech in Atlanta,
Georgia. Numerous presentations at Valdosta
ETTC's Showcase. Presentations at Georgia's
EdTech Conference.
ACADEMIC HONORS: Phi Theta Kappa Academic Honor Society, Academy
of American Poets Award
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