Hello Everyone,
I teach Technology Education at the middle school level in Beaverton, Oregon. I just completed my 6th year teaching basic computer, software and research skills. I also teach graphic design, video production, animation and sound design. I feel so lucky to have such a fun and challenging job that I have been able to build and hone, based on my personal skill set.
For my undergraduate degree, I attended San Francisco State University. At SFSU I studied Film and Animation, and a few years later, Elementary Education. As an animation student, I created an animation workshop for kids, which I taught as an after-school enrichment program for 4 years. I soon realized that teaching and working with children was a prefect fit for me, so I decided to pursue my teaching credential in 2002. After graduation, I moved up to Portland, met my future husband and began my career as a teacher.
My only formal technology education is in video and audio editing, and the experience I had gained as a student. I decided to pursue a degree in educational technology in order to establish a firm background and new skill set in a field that is constantly growing and changing in so many exciting ways. By obtaining a Masters in Educational Technology, I will be able to teach my students more effectively and be able to deliver new, cutting-edge technology curriculum. Looking in to the future, I am interested in teaching online courses though Oregon’s Virtual School District. In order to focus on this set of skills, I plan to complete a certification in online teaching through the MET program.
Until next time,
Cheers!
- Tara
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