I'm an Educational Technology Specialist at Union School District in Rimersburg, Pennsylvania. My primary function is to provide a direction for the use of technology in the classrooms.

Providing our students with tools to become 21st century learners needs to be at the forefront of everything we do in education. Supporting our teachers with the tools and understanding to successfully integrate a 21st century learning environment is where it all starts. Working closely with the education department, I offer technical insight and resources for effective online learning as well as integration. I use the "velvet hammer" approach, thoroughly demonstrating the benefits of a new technology to provide educators motivation to buy into the newest technology. In order to job ready students for todays careers, they need to be exposed to STEM based resources such as; Drones, 3D printers, virtural reality, CNC routers, laser cutters, CAD platforms, graphical design, and other cutting edge tools.

With additional services ranging from data center implementation to end-user support, I take a great deal of pride in offering people solutions or skills which enable them to become more effective at their job.

In addition to my work life, I deeply enjoy wood working and web design. I have worked with a variety of businesses to establish for them a web presence, improving their image, marketing their assets, and telling thier story. I encourage you to visit the "Woodworking" section of my site to see a few of the other interests I have.

• Played a big part in developing and deploying STEM based initiatives such as a Fabrication Lab and a multi-media program for students to be hands-on learners. 
• Organized and rebuilt network infrastructure for a faster, more secure, reliable and scalable network.
• Improved productivity by training staff and implementing new ideas.
• Introduced server virtualization and in-house solutions resulting in substantial savings.
• Trained over 120 neighboring districts' teachers on how to use educational based technology for the RIU6 based initiative called eAcademy.

• Educational Leadership Conference @ CUP - 2018
• Pennsylvania Education Technology Expo & Conference (Pete&C ) - 2018
• Pennsylvania Education Technology Expo & Conference (Pete&C ) - 2016
• Educational Leadership Conference @ CUP - 2016
• Pennsylvania Education Technology Expo & Conference (Pete&C ) - 2014
• SAS Institute - 2013
• Pennsylvania Education Technology Expo & Conference (Pete&C ) - 2011
• eAcademy Instructor Course @ IU7 - 2011
• VMware Securities @ Pittsburgh - 2010
• TEDx @ PSU - 2010
• Educational Leadership Conference @ CUP - 2010
• Moodle 1.9.3 @ IU11- 2010
• Microsoft Server 2008 @ IU6 (Learning Tree) - 2009
• CMP @ San Diego - 2008
• CMP @ San Francisco - 2007
• eBay Live @ Las Vegas - 2006

Educational Technology Specialist

2013–Present                      Union School District                                            Rimersburg, PA 

• Manage all aspects of district networks including specialized applications
• Budget, plan, install, document, and coordinate all aspects of technology used in the district
• Support staff with the tools and knowledge to enable the 21st century learner
• Train educators on the use of technology in their classrooms
• Analyze and coordinate with the Administration to accomplish technology related goals
• Professional Development

Information Technology Specialist

2008–2013                      Riverview Intermediate Unit #6                                            Clarion, PA

• Fulfill RIU6 contract obligations to districts within the RIU6 region
• Analyze and coordinate with District Administrations to accomplish technology related goals
• Manage and develop Network Architecture, Data Centers, Virtual Servers and Desktops
• Support and instruct district staff in all technology related matters
• Manage all aspects of district networks including specialized applications
• Coordinate and manage an online learning environment encompassing 7 districts
• Train educators on the use of technology in their classrooms and online

Information Systems Specialist/Technology Coordinator

2006–2008                           Jefferson-Clarion Head Start, Inc.                                    Brookville, PA

• In charge of all technology related purchasing and decision making
• Responsible for all computer software programming and hardware related issues, including connectivity, network printing and server related matters
• Responsible for staff computer training for improved efficiency
• Manage user/administrative rights, network storage and server backups
• Member of the JCHS Staff Training and Development Committee
• Developed an interactive and content-rich website for parents, teachers and community

Computer/Network Technician

2001–2003                           Rice Information Services                                                      Clarion, PA

• College intern position led to full time employment
• Built, repaired, and upgraded computer systems for home and business users
• Conducted software and hardware troubleshooting
• Performed system security and malicious software / virus removal

2000–2002                           Butler County Community College                                         Butler, PA

• Associate in Applied Science Degree - Special Emphasis on Computer Networking/PC Specialist