EdTech expert developing innovative curricula to advance learning
I am a self-driven, highly motivated professional and lifelong
learner, passionate about transforming educational environments
through emerging technologies.
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06/2023 - PRESENT ELA CURRICULUM CREATOR Everything Just So, Remote, OH
- Developed and designed language arts curriculums and CCSS aligned resources.
- Conducted research on best practices in language arts instruction.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure curriculum mets needs of students.
- Evaluated and revised curriculum materials on an ongoing basis.
- Built internal organizational systems and practices to streamline workload and processes.
07/2001 - PRESENT Certificated Teacher Corona-Norco Unified School District, Corona, CA
- Develop and implemented engaging, effective lessons in all subject areas for both heterogeneous and homogeneous groupings.
- Strategically implemented technology-based lessons into academic curriculum and deliver in both an in-person and an online modality (Zoom, Edgenuity, Google Classroom, and a variety of other software and LMS platforms).
- Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to create a Professional Learning Community to actively identify learning barriers, find solutions, and deliver First Best Instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- District & school-site EDTechnician lead specialist, MTSS committee member, Branding & Marketing committees members.
- Served as a Master Teacher for various universities for incoming new teachers and Spanish translator when needed.
12/2020 - PRESENT Program Director Nontraditional Learner | Reyneke Foundation, Orange County, CA
- Oversaw strategic research, planning, and goal setting.
- Provided leadership and training for implementing strategic initiatives.
- Developed and managed programs and services.
- Coordinated and supervised operations and people management.
- Actively participated in fundraising efforts and special events.
- Offered grant writing support as necessary.
12/2018 - PRESENT Content Strategist Red Stone Studio, Orange County, CA
- Developed and designed content strategy.
- Created, executed, and analyzed all forms of strategic research and grant writing opportunities.
01/2018 - 12/2020 MASTER TEACHER Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA
- Served as Master Teacher for multiple Pre-Service Student Teacher Candidates in both the CNUSD district and at a private K-12 school in Pomona, CA through the Teacher Education Program at Claremont Graduate University.
02/2016 - 12/2018 MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SURFACE TRAINER Corona-Norco Unified School District, Corona, CA
- Trained and supported district personnel, administration, and staff on Microsoft software, Windows 10, and Microsoft Surface devices.
01/2014 - 12/2018 STRATEGIC RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT A-Z Techs, Orange County, CA
- Developed and designed content strategy.
- Created, executed, and analyzed all forms of strategic research and grant writing opportunities.
07/2012 - 06/2015 GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT Pepperdine University, Culver City, CA
- Supported professors in ongoing academic research and data analysis.
- Organized and reviewed course content for master- and doctoral-level coursework across multiple degree programs.
01/2013 - 01/2014 CONSULTANT Delhi Center, Santa Ana, CA
- Advised, educated, and consulted on organizational management and educational technology projects and events.
Education
07/2012 - 07/2020 Doctorate of Education; Learning Technologies Pepperdine University
- As an alum of Pepperdine University, I specialized in Learning Technologies and explored its application within our current educational system, society as a whole, and its potential for future advancements through innovation and creativity.
09/2003 - 05/2005 Master of Arts; Education Curriculum and Instruction University of Phoenix
- As a University of Phoenix alum, I conducted a comprehensive study on the Step up to Writing program; specifically its efficacy in improving writing and language acquisition skills for second-grade learners in an inner-city school in Southern California.
09/1995 - 06/2001 BACHELOR OF ARTS; EDUCATION LIBERAL STUDIES San Diego State University
- As an alum of San Diego State University, I studied both elementary education and special education. I also earned my CLAD credential after attending a rigorous and highly-sought after credential program.
09/1993 - 05/1995 Associate of Arts; Elementary Education Brigham Young University-Idaho
- As an alum of Brigham Young University-Idaho, I studied elementary education. I taught multiple subjects while interning at a local elementary school and Spanish while interning at a local junior high school.
Volunteering
08/2016 - 09/2021 EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBER Corona-Norco Unified School District
- Served as a voice of the elementary teacher population and support provider for elementary schools throughout the district.
- Built positive school and community culture through training of responsible and safe technology usage.
- Informed and provided training and support as necessary to administration, staff, students, parents, and community members/leaders.
07/2015 - 09/2016 BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY-IDAHO DISTANCE EDUCATION MENTOR/ADVISOR The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Motivated and mentored 30+ adult college students in a distance education program.
- Taught courses, advised, and provided edition on class assignments.
02/2010 - 09/2015 REGIONAL COORDINATOR LDS FAMILY SOCIAL SERVICES The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Provided support and mentoring to members of the LDS community who were involved with Social Services.
- Established, managed, and provided training to over 30 groups and 90+ group leaders across Orange, San Diego, and Los Angeles counties in Southern California.
Skills
- eLearning
- Educational Technologies
- Emerging Technologies
- Teaching
- Technology Integration
- Educational Consulting
- Educational Leadership
- Instructional Technology
- Organizational Development
- Program Development
- Teacher Training
- Content Curation & Design
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Technology
- Instructional Design
- Research & Development
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Janel A. Reyneke, Ed.D.
Orange County, CA