Academic Degrees
Ed.D. - Leadership and Innovation
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ.
Dissertation - Simplify 3D: Investigating Learning Context Factors and Behavioral Beliefs Mediating the Transfer of Three-Dimensional Science Assessment Knowledge from the Collective to Enacted Pedagogical Content Knowledge Realms
M.Ed. - Cross Cultural Education
National University, San Diego, CA.
Dissertation - Collaborative Elements in Workshop Design for Creating a Culturally Inclusive Experience for K-12 Science Students.
B.S. - Major Microbiology, Minor Chemistry
Montana State University, Bozeman, MT.
Research - Immunology and treatment of infectious lung disease with monoclonal antibodies. Recipient of the Senior Award in Microbiology
Professional Certificates
Certification in Instructional Design
Association of Talent Development
Adult instructional design 30-hour course on assessing organizational needs; understanding and designing for knowledge, skill, and attitudinal gaps; developing instructional materials; and evaluating effectiveness.
Project Management Certificate
Google Certificate earned through Coursera
Professional certificate with 100 hours of project management instruction and practice using Agile project management.
Teaching Credential
California teacher credential for 6th-12th grade life and physical sciences, including all levels of biology, physics, and chemistry. Additional credential for English Learner instruction.