Allison Keskimaki
I am both an educator and a student. Currently, I work with the Lansing School District as an Instructional Technology Specialist. Prior to that, I worked as a middle school social studies and English teacher. I have a true passion for teaching, learning, and harnessing the power of technology to engage students in meaningful and relevant learning opportunities.
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Fostered professional relationships with students to create effective classroom management strategies
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Piloted one-to-one laptop program designed to enrich student understanding and to embrace the advantages afforded by such technology
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Piloted digital portfolios for 8th grade English classes using Blogger and Weebly
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Enriched instructional approaches through Reading Apprenticeship training
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Created interactive lessons intended to craft abstract concepts into more concrete experiences
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Used Michigan's Grade Level Content Expectations and Common Core standards to design lessons and units
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Utilized technologies to enhance learning and assessment including screencasting, podcasts, website design, videos, and online assessments
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Integrated technology into the classroom through various mediums such as SmartBoard lessons, document cameras, videos, MacBook laptops, web 2.0 tools, and photographs
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Designed assessments to maximize student choice, creativity and achievement
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Utilized data systems at schoo level to inform instruction
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Engaged in Project Based Learning scenarios within departments and across grade levels
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Attended parent meetings to implement positive behavior plans for students who needed extra assistance in achieving success
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Engaged in extensive Professional Development training with Apple to enhance the learning and technology environment for students
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Attended professional conferences that increased professional and educational awareness of needs, trends, and resources
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Assumed leadership position as Social Studies Department Chair
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Participated in School Climate Committe and School Improvement Committee
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Used DataDirector to drive formative and summative assessment
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Presented new technologies to staff members at staff meetings and professional development days
Teacher - Pathfinder School
8th Grade U.S. History & English Language Arts
​2010 - 2013
Education
MA, Educational Technology - Michigan State University, 2012
BA, History - Michigan State University, 2005
2010 - present
2010 - present
Presenter, Magnet Schools of America National Conference
Cracking the Code: A Beginner's Guide to Coding
Presenter, MSU Educational Technology Conference
Creating Digital Portfolios
2013
RESUME
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Contact Allison
References
Rick Todd - Superintendent
Pinckney Community Schools
Joan Sawyer - Director of Technology
Lansing School District
Marybeth Miller - Teacher
Pinckey Community Schools
Heidi Gascon - Technology Consultant,
Ingham ISD
Contact information available upon request

Professional
Memberships
Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning
Member
2010-Present
Project Based Learning Training, Apple, Inc.
2011-2012
Magnet Schools of America
2014-present
ISTE Member
2014-present

Teacher - Marshall Middle School
7th and 8th Grade History & Creative Writing
2013-2014
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Utilized Positive Behavor Implementation System to create and maintain professional relationships with students
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Designed authentic assessments to evaluate student knowledge
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Analyzed student data to create individualized and targted learning outcomes
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Used GLCEs, NETS, and CCSS to create units, lessons, and assessments
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Participated in Professional Learning Communities
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Evaluated and altered units using Backward Design principles
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Encouraged technology integration among staff through informal training sessions
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Coordinated Chromebook laptop cart program at Middle School
Curriculum Administrator - Michigan Virtual University
2014
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Evaluate curriculum resources and texts for rigor, interoperability, and pedagogy
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Review and modify courses in Blackboard and Brain Honey LMS
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Coordinate and oversee course review process for Statewide Catalog review
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Create online training sessions to coach educators in using Blackboard
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Faciliate online student teaching programs with University of Detroit Mercy, Saginaw Valley, and Ferris State University
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Coordnate meetings with faculty to discuss concerns, assign responsibilities, and faciliate ongoing education
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Collaborate with team members to provide support and ideas for instructor professional development
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Evaluate courses from instructional design and curriculum standpoint
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Develop and organize Professional Development conference for local educators
Professional Development Leader, Lansing School District
Google Drive, Google Classroom, Gaming Tools, Digital Storytelling, Digital Citizenship
Instructional Technology Specialist - Lansing School District
2014-present
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Model technology-rich lessons for students
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Evaluate technology resources such as software, applications, website programs, and online tools for rigor, pedagogy, and relevance
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Co-teach and plan with classroom teachers to create standards-based lessons utilizing technology resources
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Provide professional development opportunities on a formal and informal settings
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Participate in and facilitate building level technology discussions
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Contribute to technology goal setting for teachers and buildings
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Consult with building principals to support best-practice with technology use
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Attend and participate in various professional conferences including MACUL, MSA, and ISTE
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Advise and suggest teachers with building PBL units and lessons during PLC meetings
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Co-host an after-school coding club with K-3 building
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Showcase student projects and building initiatives
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Evaluate and recommend digital and online learning tools