My Vision Statement

My Vision

I will be consulting and designing technology plans and in- services for school districts throughout California.

• Complete my masters in educational technology by 2016.
• Complete an administrative credential by 2017.
• I will re-establish my consulting position with Pearson Publishing.  However, I would be working within the technology division.
• Become a Google certified teacher.
• Network by joining educational technology associations and presenting at educational technology conferences.
• Hold an administrative position within a school district.

In order to ascertain my goal in five years or sooner I will make a commitment to complete the above mentioned steps.  A master’s degree will legitimize myself as a specialist which will assist me in my efforts in becoming an independent consultant.  To sharpen my presentation skills and in-service planning I will re-establish my consulting position with Pearson Educational Publishing.  However, I would be working within the technology division to gain insight of upcoming curriculum products poised for adoption.  As more and more school districts implement 1:1 digital programs there will be a tremendous need for consultant trainers who are proficient with Google products to serve their staffs.  Therefore I need to become a certified Google teacher to meet this demand.  Lastly, creating networks by joining technological associations and presenting regularly at technology conferences will get my “foot in the door” with some districts.   Establishing relationships will be critical to my pursuit of assisting school sites with meaningful integration of  technology. 

What does it take to be an EdTech leader?

To begin with, think back to one of most famous movies from the eighties, Top Gun.  Remember Tom Cruise's character Maverick. Well, find your inner Maverick.  Become that person who is willing to take risks without fear.  Look at every obstacle as a challenge that can be conquered.  Be ready to question authority and advocate for what is best for student learning.  Do not fear failure. Instead embrace every failure as an opportunity to learn and improve.  Accept that you may have to win over one educator at time but never give up.  Everyone loves a positive attitude so coach yourself daily to never complain.  Constantly seek out opportunities to showcase how technology can enhance student learning and streamline a teacher's workload. Most importantly, it is not just about the cool apps or hardware that hooks them, most of the time it is really about creating trusting relationships with your colleagues that gets them to implement technology. Once you have channeled your inner Maverick then begin your adventure as an Ed Tech leader.