Technology Trainer
Job Description:
The Technology Trainer at NUES provides valuable and customized professional development to districts, schools and classrooms based on specific needs. Training is provided on State-approved technology tools with follow-up and long-term training to ensure educators are able to use tools effectively and efficiently. Regular school visits provide teacher training and support in efforts to integrate technology into teaching practices. Additionally, hands-on learning opportunities for students is provided through the availability of robots and Vernier probes that can be checked out with training included.
Jason is a highly skilled educator with 26 years of experience. He develops and customizes professional development, and personalizes delivery of content to specific audiences. He helps implement Utah State approved technology tools such as Canvas, Scrible, Nearpod, InfiniD, as well as Google and Microsoft tools in ways that help teachers increase student success and learning.
- Google, Microsoft tools PD
- Canvas Training, Beginning and Homeroom
- Technology and Instructional Coaching State Endorsements
- Nearpod, Scribe and Infini-D Training
- UEN courses delivered to Canvas Instance
- Robots and Vernier Probes
Educational Background:
- M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction: Technology – Grand Canyon University – Phoenix, AZ
- BS Geography and Anthropology – University of Utah – Salt Lake City, Utah
- HS Agoura High School, Agoura, CA
Teaching Endorsements
- Instructional Coaching
- English as a Second Language
- Educational Technology
- Gifted and Talented
- Integrated Science
- Earth Science I & II
- Physical Science
- Chemistry I
- Physics I
- Geography
- Anthropology
Occupational/Industry Experience:
- Northeastern Utah Educational Services – Technology Trainer, 2018-present
- Southern Utah University – Adjuct Instructor, 2020-present
- University of Utah Continuing Education- Associate Adjuct Instructor, 2000-2018
- Bryant Middle School – SLC, Utah – Science Teacher, 2013-2018
- Northwest Middle School – SLC, Utah – Science Teacher, 2000-2013
- Granite Peaks Adult Education – Adult ESL Instructor 1999-2003
- Eisenhower Junior High- Taylorsville, Utah – ESL, Social Studies, Science Teacher 1997-2000
Publications:
- Co-Author: Multi-Level Learners Lifesaver Handbook, Secondary and Elementary Level, Granite School District (1999)
Hobbies and Interests:
Avid skier in the winter, camper in the summer. Jason moved from the beach to the mountains. He is the proud grandfather of four of the cutest kids alive.
- Riding Motorcycles and old Jeeps
- Chicken Farming
- Cooking
- Fishing
- Restoring old Airstreams