Resume
Ervin Colston
technologycoach1@gmail.com
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
State Board of Education PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATE # IF0000000160872 (K-8 All Subjects)
Passed Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (Business Education)
Blackboard Certified (www.blackboard.com)
Proficient with Camtasia Studio, Learning Village, Dibels, Burst, Renaisance Learning, and Destinations Learning
Completed Ameritech/MicroAge Internet System Administrator Course (1996).
Proficient in Windows 7,, XP, Vista, 2000, Mac OS X verv10.5, 10.6, 10.7
Skilled operator of audio visual equipment (LCD Projectors, Smart Board, etc)
Efficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Front Page).
Experienced with problem determination using error recovery procedures.
Effective communicator with different organizations and firms.
Ability to coordinate and complete tasks on time and within budget limitations.
American Red Cross Certified: Adult CPR / AED Essentials
Team Player, Flexible
Passed Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (Business Education)
Blackboard Certified (www.blackboard.com)
Proficient with Camtasia Studio, Learning Village, Dibels, Burst, Renaisance Learning, and Destinations Learning
Completed Ameritech/MicroAge Internet System Administrator Course (1996).
Proficient in Windows 7,, XP, Vista, 2000, Mac OS X verv10.5, 10.6, 10.7
Skilled operator of audio visual equipment (LCD Projectors, Smart Board, etc)
Efficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Front Page).
Experienced with problem determination using error recovery procedures.
Effective communicator with different organizations and firms.
Ability to coordinate and complete tasks on time and within budget limitations.
American Red Cross Certified: Adult CPR / AED Essentials
Team Player, Flexible
Education
2013 – Certificate in Educational Technology
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
2011 Education Specialist Certificate, Special Education
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
1999 B.B.A., Computer Information Systems
Davenport University previously Detroit College of Business, Dearborn, Michigan
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
2011 Education Specialist Certificate, Special Education
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
1999 B.B.A., Computer Information Systems
Davenport University previously Detroit College of Business, Dearborn, Michigan
Employment History
2001-Present Highly Qualified Teacher / Technology Coach-Trainer/Detroit Public School District, Detroit, Michigan
Responsibilities:
Provide assistance in technology to all teachers
Provide online instruction to students and staff
Infuse technology into daily lessons to improve student achievement
Resolve minor technical issues at building level i.e. password resets
Troubleshoot technical issues and open help desk tickets
Teach middle school mathematics
Teach elementary homeroom.
Apply knowledge of human growth, development, and learning theory.
Plan instruction to accommodate various backgrounds of students.
1993-2001 Educational Technician (10 months), Detroit Public School District, Detroit, Michigan
Responsibilities:
Train and keep staff updated on the latest technology trends
Operating and maintaining an IBM compatible LAN in a 50 terminal computer lab.
Materials and operations management.
Teaching reading, science, math and word processing skills in grades K thru 5.
Issuing user ids and passwords, and performing network diagnostics.
Establishing and maintaining Internet acceptable use policies.
Perform daily Administrative Assistance.
Developed inventory system to keep accurate records of school computers, peripherals, and software.
Other related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
References available upon request
Responsibilities:
Provide assistance in technology to all teachers
Provide online instruction to students and staff
Infuse technology into daily lessons to improve student achievement
Resolve minor technical issues at building level i.e. password resets
Troubleshoot technical issues and open help desk tickets
Teach middle school mathematics
Teach elementary homeroom.
Apply knowledge of human growth, development, and learning theory.
Plan instruction to accommodate various backgrounds of students.
1993-2001 Educational Technician (10 months), Detroit Public School District, Detroit, Michigan
Responsibilities:
Train and keep staff updated on the latest technology trends
Operating and maintaining an IBM compatible LAN in a 50 terminal computer lab.
Materials and operations management.
Teaching reading, science, math and word processing skills in grades K thru 5.
Issuing user ids and passwords, and performing network diagnostics.
Establishing and maintaining Internet acceptable use policies.
Perform daily Administrative Assistance.
Developed inventory system to keep accurate records of school computers, peripherals, and software.
Other related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
References available upon request