Stefanie Cairns
Tech Educator. Tech Learner. Tech Leader.
Resume
Certification
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
K-5 All Subject Areas
Mathematics 6-8 May 2013
TESOL Endorsement May 2013
Google Certified Educator
Educational Technology Certificate
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Mathematics
Minor: Teaching English as
Second Language
Experience
Waterford, MI
Technology Integration Specialist
2015 - Present
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implement technology into the everyday K-12 curriculum
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work with teachers to extend their knowledge of technology tools that can be used in their specific subject matter
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lead students through creative design activities while creating a maker mindset
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organize 1:1 implementation for the 9th grade academy
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coordinate, plan, and host tech conferences for the 28 districts within Oakland County
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create and assist startup clubs such as: coding club, design your own app club, and elementary robotics team
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apply for grants to continue the growth of technology in our district
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plan professional development for 14 schools ranging from K-12
South Lyon, MI
Second Grade Teacher
2013-Present
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taught second grade in a classroom of twenty eight full time students, two of which have Autism Spectrum Disorder
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integrated the use of technology into the curriculum on a daily basis
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collaborated weekly with the second grade team, bringing new ideas to the table, and discussing what we can do better to benefit our students
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led discussions on effective ways to use iPads and chromebooks in the classroom
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developed, facilitated, and assessed thematic units involving Literacy, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies
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differentiated instruction for a class of twenty eight students with diverse learning styles and developmental abilities to make learning accessible to all students
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created positive family-teacher relationships by communicating regularly with parents through, blog posts, emails, conferences, and report cards
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promoted a safe and comfortable learning environment to promote active learning through learning centers, hands on learning, multiple intelligence lessons, and cooperative group work
Technology Proficiencies
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Mac Software
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Windows Software
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iPads and Apps
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ChromeBooks
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Social Media
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Movie Editing Software
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Photo Editing Software
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Animation
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Screencast Software
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Blogging
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Web Design
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Google Apps
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Learning Management Systems
Professional Development
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Mets Tech Rally, Jackson, MI 2016
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Development: 4T Virtual Conference on Digital Writing, 2016
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Camptasia, East Lansing, MI 2016
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MACUL Conference, Grand Rapids, 2016
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Mets Virtual Tech Rally, 2016
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GREAT15 Galway, Ireland, 2015
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Detroit EdCamp, 2015
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MACUL Conference, Detroit, 2015
