Ms. Dunn and her husband during their Grand Canyon rafting trip.
Teaching Experience
8/07 to present Science Teacher
Wasson High School, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Taught CP chemistry, biology; and Introduction to Physical, Earth, and Space Science
· Participated in the creation of common assessments, evaluation of data, and weekly professional learning community meetings
· Communicated with parents and staff in support of student success
· Sponsored a Strive to Thrive! club to allow students to explore environmental health issues
8/05 to 5/06 Science Teacher
Palmer High School, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Taught biology; IB/MYP biology; and Introduction to Physical, Earth, and Space Science to freshman and sophomore students
· Guided students in research and preparation for participation in the Pikes Peak Regional Science Fair
8/04 to 5/05 Student Teacher/Intern
Pine Creek High School, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Taught biology and honors biology to freshman and sophomore students
· Utilized computer technology through class activities, homework website, and incorporation of computer literacy in student assignments
· Integrated differentiation for learning styles and abilities into daily lessons and activities
· Assisted with the horizontal articulation and curriculum improvement of science courses
1/99 to 5/03 Adjunct Instructor
Pikes Peak Community College, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Taught business and computer courses to students with varied abilities
· Utilized software and web based applications to expand student knowledge and access different learning styles
8/00 to 1/01 Business and Marketing Teacher
Sierra High School, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Taught marketing and keyboarding courses to high school students
· Led activities for DECA, the vocational organization for marketing students
· Organized and managed the homecoming dance successfully
8/98 to 12/98 Student Teacher
William J. Palmer High School, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Taught computer applications, business law, and keyboarding to high school students
· Created lesson and unit plans aligned with district and state standards for business education
· Assisted with the development of district technology plan
Industry Experience
9/01 to present Sales Associate and Customer Service Specialist
Recreational Equipment Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Delivered exceptional customer service and communicated product information to customers
· Exceeded goals for membership sales
· Supported teamwork through communication and effective cooperation
5/03 to 11/03 Interpretive Intern
El Paso County Parks and Recreation, Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Researched and presented pre-K-12 environmental education programs including development of curriculum guides and program materials
· Provided public interpretive information to visitors informally and during programs
· Managed volunteer program scheduling and tasks
12/99 to 6/00 Solutions Support Engineer
Onyx Software, Bellevue, Washington
· Provided technical support to Data Base Administrators and consultants
· Responded to customer inquiries via telephone and email
· Educated customers, adjusting information based on their technical knowledge
10/92 to 8/96 Senior Systems Analyst
MCI Telecommunications, Inc., Colorado Springs, Colorado
· Managed team of ten developers, using a collaborative approach in software system design
· Developed project estimation and tracking process in association with business process improvement methodology
· Created project management database and trained department members in its use
Continuing Education
· Partnership in Innovative Preparation for Educators and Students Educator Academy 2008
· College Board Advanced Placement Biology Summer Institute, June, 2008
· Service Learning Training, April, 2008
· Understanding by Design Workshop, Spring 2008
· Classroom Management “I Can Do It” Workshop, January 2008
· American Meteorological Society DataStreme Atmosphere, Spring 2008
· Professional Learning Communities Conference, Spring 2007
Education
· Colorado College, Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Science, August 2007
· University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Bachelor of Arts in Biology, May 2003
· Ball State University, Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems, August 1988