Lynda Suzanne Shanks - Licensed Classroom Teacher P.O. Box 8256 - Educational Technology Coach Colorado Springs, CO 80933 USA - Legal and Administrative Support Specialist - Highly Qualified in K-8 Social Studies, Language Arts, Technology www.2020nexus.org Mobile 1.719.896.0421, Voicemail 1.719.357.5837 Teaching & Training Experience Reading and Writing/English Teacher, 8th Grade 2010-Present Jenkins Middle School, Colorado Springs District 11, Colorado, USA - Teach Remedial/RtI Intervention Reading, Pre-Advanced Placement Reading and Writing, and regular Reading And Writing - Incorporate RtI, CQI, ELL, Gifted, Special Ed, Differentiation, Data-Driven, Workshop, High-Engagement and other best practices in instructional strategies to reach all learners - Coach colleagues/offer professional development in-services in use of teacher productivity tools and use of technology to improve instruction/achievement. Digital Technologies Teacher-Trainer, 6th - 8th Grade 2001 -2010    Mann Middle School, Colorado Springs District 11, Colorado, USA - Taught Computer Applications, Internet, and Keyboarding Electives full time, Grades 6-8 (elective courses on various educational and productivity applications, i.e. word processing, desktop publishing, slide presentations, spreadsheets and email. Also web 2.0 tools, internet research, web site evaluation, internet safety and web site design.). - Member, Building Leadership Team & Technology Curriculum Chair.   - Coach colleagues/offer professional development in-services in use of teacher productivity tools and use of technology to improve instruction/achievement. - Mentor several first-year and pre-service teachers. - Sponsor Computer Club, Web Design Club, and Internet Café. - Belong and serve: various professional organizations e.g. BAAC, PTSA, CSEA, ISTE, ICSS, CCE, etc. Summer School Instructor 2001 - 2009    Mann and Russell Middle Schools, Colorado Springs District 11, Colorado, USA - Reading and Writing Interventions/Remediation Facilitator, Trainer, Recruiter 2007 - Present    Oracle Education Foundation, Worldwide-ê Attend and Facilitate International 21st Century Learning Institutes - Teach 21st Century Skills and Project-Based Learning instructional strategies to educators. - Train & recruit for Oracle Education Foundation in schools, at professional conferences and online. - Independent Contractor, Part-Time K-8 Teacher-Leader PositionS - Emphasis on technology integration, diverse learners, and improving student achievement. - Ability to work with at-risk, socio-economically privileged OR challenged, gifted, or special education. - Curriculum Chair, English & Technology Departments, Curriculum Writer, Volunteer Committees, Community Service Team, etc. 2004 – 2001 El Paso County, Colorado - High Plains Elementary (5th Grade – All Subjects) - Emerson Middle School (6th Grade – Science and Social Studies) - Canon Elementary (6th Grade – All Subjects) - Calhan K-12 School (Several K - 8th Grade Subjects) - Rockrimmon Elementary (2nd Grade – All Subjects) Other Areas of Expertise - Imaging Technician 2008 – 2009 (Independent Contractor, Part-Time)    SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation), Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA - Legal Assistant, Freelance Paralegal 1985-1994           Multiple Law Firms in Colorado Springs, Denver, and Aspen, Colorado, USA - Co-Owner, Small Businesses 1984-1992 * Audio Production, Editing, and Duplication, 10 years, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA * Lawn Care and Snow Removal Business, 5 years, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA * Property Management and Remodeling, 10 years, Colorado Springs, Colorado USA Education Master of Arts in Teaching, 1995 (Thesis/Emphasis: Computers in Education) The Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO, USA Bachelor of Arts in Communication, 1992 University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, CO   Continuing Education/Professional Development 1994 – Present  Over 120 graduate and in-service credit hours, predominantly in the areas of computer applications, online adult education, K-12 educational technology and K-12 social studies. Active participant in international online Professional Learning Networks. Foreign Languages 1975 – Present Spanish (minimal classroom use with ELL students/parents), French (semi-fluent), Italian (survival/travel phrases only) Home Economics & Business Undergraduate Coursework 1981 - 1983 University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, USA Pikes Peak Community College, Colorado Springs, CO Recommendations/References Mr. Scott Stanec Principal, Mann Middle School 1001 E. Van Buren Street Colorado Springs, CO 80907 1.719.328.2300 Mr. Jason TerHorst Principal, Jenkins Middle School 6410 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80923 1.719.328.5300 Mrs. Peggy Layh Assistant Principal, Mann Middle School 1001 E. Van Buren Street Colorado Springs, CO 80907 1.719.328.2300 Ms. Denise Hobbs Senior Marketing Manager, Oracle Education Initiatives Albuquerque, NM, 87108, USA 1.505.255.2219 Ms. Staci Smith Gifted and Talented Educator, High Plains Elementary 7820 Brandy Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80920 1.719.548.4915 Ms. Heather Domangue Library Media Technology Specialist, Mann Middle School 1001 E. Van Buren Street Colorado Springs, CO 80907 1.719.328.2300