Laurel Martin
@laurelmartin
Experienced educational technology specialist and K–8 teacher focused on instructional design and student success.
What I'm looking for
I am an educational technology specialist and experienced K–8 teacher with a strong background in instructional design, curriculum development, and classroom technology management. I have led professional development for teachers and converted instructional programs to online platforms.
Over my career I have managed large-scale school technology assets and taught technology classes including Internet safety, multimedia, coding, and digital storytelling to middle school students. I also designed technology-infused lessons and coordinated ed-tech teams for multi-school systems.
I have significant experience tutoring and teaching diverse learners, including English language learners, suspended students, and those needing alternative pathways to meet graduation requirements. I have been recognized for effective relationships with students, parents, and colleagues and for measurable student improvement.
I am committed to service, continuous learning, and using evidence-based instructional practices to improve learning outcomes and teacher capacity. I seek roles where I can blend classroom instruction, technology leadership, and professional development to positively impact student achievement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Library Technology Specialist
National Heritage Academies
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 8 months)
Managed over 600 student computers and classroom AV equipment while teaching middle school technology courses including Internet Safety, Multimedia, Coding, and Digital Storytelling.
Owner/Teacher
Learners for Life
Jan 2009 - Dec 2019 (10 years 11 months)
Taught adult English language learners and developed study skills and personalized career/education plans for K–12 and high school students, improving literacy and academic outcomes.
Taught educational technology courses to pre-service teachers based on ISTE standards and designed graduate software courses, contributing to the development of an early online graduate program.
Educational Technology Coordinator
National Heritage Academies
Jan 2000 - Dec 2002 (2 years 11 months)
Designed a technology professional development system for 1,700+ K–8 teachers, coordinated on-site ed-tech specialists, and created technology-infused lessons and documentation to secure statewide grants.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Western Michigan University
Master of Arts, Educational Technology
Completed a Master of Arts in Educational Technology with teacher certification emphasis in Curriculum Development.
Unknown
Bachelor of Science, Family Studies
1995 - 1995
Awarded a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies.
Michigan State University
English
Pursued an English endorsement program (postgraduate coursework).
Western Michigan University
Family Consumer Science
Completed additional graduate coursework with emphasis in Family Consumer Science.
University of Arizona
Human Development
Completed additional graduate work with emphasis in Human Development.
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Software and tools used professionally
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