Education:

The University of Alabama (2017-2018) Tuscaloosa, AL

•  M.A., Secondary Education / Physics 

• GPA:  4.0/4.0

The Pennsylvania State University (1992-1996) State College, PA

• Graduate studies in Educational Psychology & Science Education

• GPA:  3.94 / 4.0

The University of Alabama (1986-1990) Tuscaloosa, AL

• B.S., Secondary Education / Comprehensive Science

• GPA:  3.2 / 4.0

Certifications:

• Alabama Class A Secondary:  Physics & General Science

• Georgia Level T-5:  Physics & Science (6-12)

Teaching Experience:

Warner Robins High School (2021-Present) Warner Robins Georgia

Hewitt-Trussville High School (2015-2021) Trussville, AL

Shades Valley High School (2005-2015) Irondale, AL

Minor High School (1996-2005) Adamsville, AL

Science Courses:

AP Physics C, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, Advanced & General Physics

• Incorporated inquiry-based labs and technology in the classroom via Science In Motion

• Utilized performance-based challenges to assess student understanding

Pre-AP Biology

• Incorporated labs and higher-order thinking activities to challenged students to apply biological concepts

• Completed three years of Laying The Foundation Training

Physical Science

• Instructed students in the application of problem solving strategies to understand complex scientific concepts

Introduction to Biotechnology:  Forensic Science                 

• Instructed students in crime scene investigations, evidence collection and analysis

Marine Biology

• Challenged students to apply knowledge through oceanographic maps, food webs, and 3-D habitats

Chemistry

• Incorporated technology in the classroom via Science In Motion labs

Pre-Engineering Courses:

Introduction to Engineering Design

• Instructed students in problem solving methods and Autodesk Inventor (3-D CAD software) to improve existing products and invent new ones

Principles of Engineering

• Incorporated projects and activities to illustrate how engineers use math, science, and technology in an engineering problem-solving process to benefit society

Engineering Design & Development

• In this capstone course, teams of students spend the year designing solutions to a given problem

Digital Electronics

• Instructed students how to apply logic that encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices

Computer Integrated Manufacturing

• Instructed students how three-dimensional models can be mass-produced using automation, control systems, sensing devices, computer programming, and robotics

Extra-Curricular Activities:

WRHS Stone Wall Club Sponsor (2022-Present)

WRHS Junior Class Sponsor (2022-2023)

Heritage Panel Sponsor (2019-2021)

Science Olympiad Co Sponsor (2017-Present)

B.E.S.T. (Boosting Engineering, Science & Technology) Program (2001-2015)

• Supervised students in the design and creation of a robot

• Supervised students in the creation of a technical notebook, power point presentation, and educational display

Physics Team

• 3^rd Place at the 2012 University of Alabama Physics Competition:  Large School Division

Presentations:

Alabama Section of American Association of Physics Teachers

• Electronic Data Notebooks (2019)

Alabama Science Teachers Association

• Truth, Lies & Scientific Literacy Break Out (2018)

• Kick It Up (Co Presenter 2017)

• B.E.S.T. Robotics (2008)

Alabama National Board Certified Teacher Conference

• Challenge Based Labs (2017)

UAB Regional Inservice Summer Workshop

• Incorporating Engineering Design Challenges into the Science Classroom (2016)

Professional Development:

Southern Research Summer Internship Program for STEM Educators (2019)

APEX:  Alliance for Physics Excellence (Cohort 2)

NASA ALSDE Science Institute 9-12 (2016)

AP Physics 1:  Summer Training Institute (2014)

AP Physics B:  Summer Training Institute (2010- 2012)

Literacy Design Collaborative (2013- Present)

Laying the Foundation Training:  Pre-AP Biology (2008-2010)

Project Lead The Way:

• Digital Electronics (2010)

• Computer Integrated Manufacturing (2008)

• Engineering Design & Development (2007)

• Introduction to Engineering Design (2006)

• Principles of Engineering (2005)

Science In Motion:

• Physics (1996-Present)

• Chemistry (1996-1998)

University of Alabama Mechanical Engineering Day (2003)

UAB Biomechanical Engineering Workshop (2002)

BioTeach (1998)

Leadership Skills:  

WRHS Science Department Chair (2022-Present)

HTHS Teacher Advisory Council (2018-2021)

Vice-President Alabama Section of American Association of Physics Teachers (2019-2020)

A+ College Ready AP Physics  Master Teacher (2013-Present)

Technology Centers That Work / High Schools That Work Leadership Team (2012 – Present)

Building Leadership Team (2012-Present)

Problem Solving Team (2011-Present)

Literacy Leadership Team (2011-Present)

AP Physics B Mentor for Jefferson County Schools (2011-2012)

Jefferson State STEM Camp:  Lego Mindstorm Instructor (2009-2011)

Presenter at UAB BEST Teacher/Mentor Workshop (2009, 2010, 2014)

Presenter at Alabama BEST Teacher/Mentor Workshop (2008)

Awards:

WRHS Star Teacher (2022-2023)

WRHS Teacher of the Month (October 2021 & January 2022)

ETS Recognition of Excellence Award:  Physics Praxis Score (180/200)

 Blazer BEST Teacher Leadership Award Recipient (2010)

Second Mile Teacher, Shades Valley Technical Academy (2009-2010)

Briggs & Stratton Teacher Leadership Award Recipient (2007)

Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society (1996)