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1/19/19: Spotlight on...Ashley Tomchick
This week's instructor spotlight features Eduspire's outstanding Ashley Tomchick. Read Ashley's brief interview below to learn more about this talented member of the Eduspire team.
"1 year. I got connected with Eduspire through a coworker."
"I teach Adaptive Technology for Students."
"I graduated from York College of PA with a dual certification in elementary/special education K-12 and obtained a master’s degree in Early Childhood Literature from Wilkes College. I have a Supervisor of Special Education certificate from Penn State University. I currently teach learning support in York, PA and work as an elementary special education department chair at Central York School District. I have a love for learning and teaching!"
"The flexibility."
"Reflex."
"Mint Chocolate Chip."
12/8/18: Spotlight on...Katie Wagaman
This week's instructor spotlight features Eduspire's outstanding Katie Wagaman. Read Katie's brief interview below to learn more about this talented member of the Eduspire team.
"1 year. I was connected with Eduspire because my friend and colleague had designed and started a course for Eduspire and I was very interested in doing the same."
"I teach Technology and Students with Autism."
"I graduated from Kutztown University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, emphasis in speech-language impaired. I obtained a Master of Education degree from Bloomsburg University, emphasis in speech-language impaired as well. I also earned my K-12 prinicipal certification from Point Park University. Currently, I'm enrolled in an educational leadership doctoral program through Concordia University. I currently work with students who have speech-language needs. I have a wide range of diverse experiences with students with disabilities and levels including, but not limited to, intellectual disabilities, Autism, specific learning disabilities, English as a Second Language, and speech or language impairment. I believe that all students can learn when given a positive learning atmosphere that welcomes exploration and enhances confidence. I am enthusiastic and prepared to contribute my knowledge in order to help maximize student learning experiences. It is my educational philosophy that learning should be enjoyable and exciting; then learners will want to learn and will look forward to learning."
"I enjoy helping others develop their skill sets and encourage them to vary their thinking in the area of Autism and how to best meet those students' needs."
"My favorite app is ed-puzzle. It has so many options and opportunities to assist in learning for students."
"Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough."
11/3/18: Spotlight on...Jordan Cotten
This week's instructor spotlight features Eduspire's outstanding Jordan Cotten. Read Jordan's brief interview below to learn more about this talented member of the Eduspire team.
"This is my first year! I got connected with Eduspire through another Eduspire instructor with whom I work."
"I have 10 years of experience teaching Social Studies to students in grades 6-12 in North Carolina. Then, I spent two years as a professional development facilitator in a middle school where I was responsible for all PD for staff. I have since moved to Pennsylvania where I work as Instructional Technology Integrator for North Allegheny School District. This is my fourth year with the district and I work with all district staff but I am based in a high school. I have my Bachelor's in Business and History, a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, K-12 Principal Certification, and I am currently in the dissertation process for my doctoral degree in Instructional Design and Leadership."
"Since I'm new to Eduspire this year, I'm looking forward to working with eager adults who are excited to learn."
"I love anything Google! They offer so much and so many tools and apps integrate with Google."
"Mint Chocolate Chip."
10/5/18: Spotlight on...Teresa Finegan
This week's instructor spotlight features Eduspire's outstanding Teresa Finegan. Read Teresa's brief interview below to learn more about this talented member of the Eduspire team.
"Well I’ve been connected with Eduspire for a few years but started officially teaching last year in 2017. I met Tony (Brubaker) at an EdCamp years ago when I presented an iPad session. He was sitting in the session and afterwards told me all about Eduspire, and here I am today!"
"I currently serves as a librarian and technology liaison in West Chester Area School District. I'm a district leader in iPad professional development, makerspace and STEM and am the lead organizer for my school's annual Technology Night. I am a 2015 Keystone Technology Integrator and was a 2016 lead learner for STEM Camp Edu. I hold a degree in Elementary Education from St. Joseph's University as well as a Masters in Library and Information Technology from Arcadia University."
"The feedback I receive from the participants about how the course will enhance their teaching. It is very rewarding and I love sharing my passion and enthusiasm for technology and STEAM."
"iPad for sure: in particular, the My Story app and the Do Ink app."
"Chocolate."