Kevin A.

Tressler
kevin.tressler@icloud.com
304.995.2090 | @kt_rexler

EDUCATION University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, Chattanooga TN

Master’s of English Literary Concentration, June 2009, 3.9 GPA

Lee University, Cleveland TN

Bachelor of Arts English Education, June 2006, 3.84 GPA

PROFESSIONAL Maryland State Teaching License — English 7-12

Apple Academy - Cupertino, CA - June 2018

Successful completion of Apple Academy with authorization as an Apple
Learning Specialist for the University of Virginia School of Nursing.

Apple Teacher 2016

Successful completion of all modules in the Apple Teacher program
through Apple Education.

Apple Academy — Cupertino, CA — November 2014

Successful completion of Apple Academy with authorization as
Apple Education Trainer for Washington County Public Schools.

EXPERIENCE Instructional Designer - February 2018 - Present

University of Virginia, School of Nursing, Charlottesville, VA
Focus on the integration of technology into curriculum, learning
experiences, and hybrid/online learning.
Provide design support for faculty.
Provide and lead workshops and professional learning opportunities for
faculty and staff to expand their technology integration knowledge and
skill set.

Digital Integration Specialist — July 2016 - January 2018

Washington County Public Schools, Hagerstown MD
Focused on the successful integration of technology with curriculum for
enhanced student learning experiences, inclusive of accessibility
options with tech for students with assistive needs.
Provided support for the 1:1 Digital Learning Plan (22,000 students,
1800 staff)
Provided professional development in person and online
Lead and coached teams of staff for student achievement through
integration

Adjunct Education Faculty — January 2017 - May 2017

Wilson College, Chambersburg PA
Instruct one section of EDU553 - Technology Integration

Apple Education Trainer — November 2014 - November 2016

Washington County Public Schools, Hagerstown MD
Trained over 250 staff to effectively use the iPad and MacBook, iLife and
iWork applications, iBooks Author, and iTunes U.

Lead Teacher — E. Russell Hicks Middle — July 2014 - June 2016

Washington County Public Schools, Hagerstown MD
Provided curricular and instructional support to all staff.
Advanced the redefinition of learning via iPads and MacBooks.
Coached staff members in professional growth and reflection.

iLearn Maryland Initiative — Maryland State Department of

Education/Apple — 2013 - 2014
Worked with a diverse team from Maryland and Apple to develop
the iLearn Maryland iTunes U courses for all disciplines and grade levels.

Adjunct English Faculty — Spring 2013 - 2015

Shepherd University, Shepherdstown WV
Instructed two sections of Intro to Writing and provided writing
workshops as needed.

Humanities Enrichment & Technology Integration Specialist

(Magnet) — E. Russell Hicks Middle — June 2012 - June 2014
Washington County Public Schools, Hagerstown MD
Provided advanced content and writing strategies and support.
Transformed the technology focus to iPad and MacBook.

English Teacher — E. Russell Hicks Middle — July 2009 - June 2012

Washington County Public Schools, Hagerstown MD
Taught English Language Arts in grades 6 - 8 to general level, honors
level, and Magnet level.
Planned and prepared curriculum, assessments, and differentiation.

English Teacher — Murray County High — July 2007 - June 2009

Murray County Public Schools, Chatsworth GA
 Taught English to tenth (World literature) and twelfth grade (British
literature) career track and college track students.
Planned and prepared curriculum, assessments, and differentiation.

Graduate Assistant — University of TN-Chattanooga — 2006 - 2007

University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, Chattanooga TN
Researched and compiled resources for Drs. Joe Wilferth and Chris
Stuart.
Assisted edits of the student handbook for the university.

SKILLS Advanced knowledge of SAMR, TPACK, ISTE, and AECT Standards

Understanding of curriculum design for student growth and
achievement
Experience and knowledge of collaborative environments for growth as
a teacher and leader
Experience and knowledge with professional learning tools/resources
Understanding of policy implementation and impact for technology use
in education
Understanding and experience with MDM and implementation
Understanding of the impact of digital citizenship for students and staff
Ability to use effective coaching strategies for staff reflection and growth
Ability to engage a diverse population of individuals
Ability to effectively communicate orally and through written
communication
Technical knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Captivate
Technical knowledge of Canvas and Collab LMS systems
Technical knowledge of Office 365 applications
Technical knowledge of Apple iWork and iLife suites

CONFERENCES SXSWEdu - South by Southwest Education — 2016

iBooks Author Conference — 2016
ISTE 2016 — International Society for Technology in Education
Common Ground - Maryland Society for Education Technology —
2013, 2014, 2015

REFERENCES Dr. Michael Kuhaneck

Director of School Improvement
Washington County Public Schools
301.766.2974
kuhanmic@wcps.k12.md.us

Abby Self
Assistant Dean of Academic Operations
University of Virginia School of Nursing
434.924.0092
acs2v@virginia.edu