Janet Leahr

Loganville, GA 30052
Janetleahr@gmail.com
(404) 310-1284
SUMMARY
Computer Science Educator with 15+ years of experience leading curriculum design, lesson planning, and teaching for High School
and Middle School computer science programs in online, blended, and 1-to-1 learning environments. Instructional
Technology/Library Media Specialist focused on leveraging data-driven research and insights to create student-focused learning
solutions that improve academic engagement and performance for children and young adults around the world. Former Technical
Sales Engineer and Technical Support Manager with experience spanning the corporate sector and public education. Hands-on
Leader focused on leveraging expertise in technology enablement, systems implementations, and software development to drive
digital transformation and innovation for businesses across the globe.

SKILLS
● Education: Instructional Technology, Academic Planning, Curriculum Design, Lesson Planning, Content Creation, Instruction
& Facilitation, Student Experience & Engagement, Parent-Teacher Relations, Performance Assessment, Documentation
● Technology: Software Engineering & Coding, Network Architecture, Systems Administration, Cloud Services, Integrations,
Testing, Information Security, User Training, Technical Support & Troubleshooting, Knowledge Management, Documentation
● Leadership: Strategic Planning & Execution, Project Management, Prioritization, Process Improvement, Cross-functional
Collaboration, Training & Development, Coaching & Mentorship, Interdepartmental Alignment, Change Management,
● Software: HTML, CSS, Java, Javascript, Python, MSSQL, Visual Basic, COBOL, FORTRAN, Pascal, D2L, Remedy, Magic Total
Service Desk, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

● Master of Science in Instructional Technology/Library Media, Georgia Southern University
● Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems, Florida A&M University
● Georgia Professional Teaching Certificate; Online Teaching Endorsement - Pending
● Certifications: Georgia Professional Certificates: SRS MEDIA SPECIALIST (P-12) [FLD813] & SRT COMPUTER SCIENCE (P-12)
[FLD789], AP Computer Science Teacher Certification, Google Certified Teacher Level 1, Certified Raspberry Pi Teacher

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
STEM Academy Lead Teacher/Computer Science Teacher, South Gwinnett High School 2020 - Present
● Teach Web and Digital Design Pathway courses, including AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A.
Introduction to Digital Technology, Digital Design, and Web Design for 6 classes of 35 students across 2 schools.
● Implemented a Flexible Hybrid teaching model during the pandemic by teaching in-person and online audiences via Zoom.
● Defined and communicated clear assignment standards to set expectations and enable students to meet course
requirements and display concept mastery through written reports, vlogs, and infographic artifacts.
● Prioritize realistic goal setting, added additional office hours, and created online video tutorials to provide extra student
support and learning opportunities and improve AP scores and exam pass rates.
● Serve as the advisor for the Girls Who Code Club, a computer science student organization focused on closing the gender
gap in technology & changing the image of programmers, by coaching girls on CS concepts to prepare for a competition.
● Lead 30 STEM Academy academy teachers in designing top-rated programs for AP courses that promote student
achievement and engagement in STEM courses and activities.
● Led The Hour of Code initiative, a global coding movement with tens of millions of students around the world, during
Computer Science Week to provide students with 1-hour tutorials in 45+ languages across all age groups.

CTE Program Specialist/Computer Science Teacher, Summerour Middle School 2017 - 2020
● Worked with the GEMS Oversight Committee, a group of community and school reps hat review Academic Knowledge and
Skills, to overhaul the Middle School curriculum with new Cyber Safety, Intro to CS, and Interactive Design classes
 ● Increased enrollment and completion of the high school CS track that awarded students with certifications by increasing
interest, engagement, and learning in the field of Computer Science throughout the Middle School.
● Wrote a grant proposal detailing the need for CS exposure in rural, underserved schools at a young age that secured a $25K
grant from the Georgia Department of Education; the only awarded Middle School in Gwinnett County.
● Selected to participate in the CS4All initiative to collaborate with High School and Elementary School teachers and
administrators to identify goals and strategies needed to deliver K-12 computer science instruction in all County schools.

Instructional Technology Teacher/PD Technology Trainer, Loganville Christian Academy 2009-2011/2013-2017

● Designed and taught High School and Middle School courses including Introduction to Computer Science, Web Design
HTML5, Introduction to Javascript, Computer Basics, and Exploring Computer Science for 120 students each year
● Led digital transformation by implementing classroom tools for online, blended, and 1-to-1 learning environments to
improve student engagement and academic outcomes.
● Spearheaded the school’s 1st paperless environment by deploying a new LMS, Desire To Learn, that also enabled the
implementation of a Flipped Classroom Model and a Rotational model to help tailor learning to individual student needs.
● Modernized teacher recruiting processes by developing an Access database that replaced a paper-based system and enables
administrators to store, track, and analyze applicant data.
● Created, maintained, and updated the Media Center website, an online knowledge hub and portal for middle and high
school students and teachers that provides access to research databases and online tools.
● Developed an online reading program, iRead, that drives student engagement and enthusiasm for reading by tracking
progress for the annual reading competition in the Elementary and Middle Schools.
● Led 50 staff and 250 students through training, troubleshooting, and maintenance for hardware and software running on
macOS and Windows to drive technology adoption and utilization, as well as operational efficiency and productivity.
● Managed an integration from Renweb to Follett’s Destiny library management system to introduce new tools including a
digital book checkout, an updated bar code book circulation system, and eBooks.
● Operated the circulation desk at the library to help guide students and staff to the library resources they need and manage
organizational systems for catalog and electronic equipment management.

Loganville Christian Academy –Middle/High School Media Specialist -Digital Portfolio 2011-2013
● Operated circulation desk and managed organizational systems.
● Analyzed and developed print and non-print collections based upon curriculum needs.
● Prepared and taught classes in conjunction with 6th-12th grade research skills and technology skills.
● Interacted with students and faculty in reference to book selection, research, computer usage .
● Maintained a positive and friendly learning environment through the use of School Website and Media Center Newsletter.
● Assisted in professional development training of all Microsoft Desktop applications.
● Assisted in maintaining, troubleshooting and guidance of technology concerns including Dell and Mac
● Desktops, laptops, and mobile labs.
● Created and maintained a media center website for LCA.
● Provided training classes and guidance to staff in the use of non-Microsoft software applications including D2L, an online
classroom management system.
● Managed the integration of Follett’s Destiny Software library management system.
● Participated in data analysis of library migration data.
● Managed data download and upload into the new system.
● Scheduled staff and students for media center interactions.
● Supervise/train student media aides and parent volunteers.
● Created an online reading program - iRead

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Sales Engineer/Project Manager/Software Integrator, CCS Technologies 2000 - 2002
 ● Served as a Pre & Post Sales Engineer and Software Integrator of Magic Total Service Desk for clients, including Care
International, NetBank of Alpharetta, and Columbus Regional Hospital.
● Developed custom integration reports for clients using Seagate Crystal Reports, performed technical support center audits
of 1st and 2nd level support, and provided training for client staff to ensure client success and satisfaction.

Technical Support Service Desk Manager, GAF Materials Corporation 1998 - 2000
● Led recruiting, training, coaching, management, and budgeting for the 15-person Technical Support Service Desk team.
● Developed and implemented all processes and procedures for the first 24/7/365 Technical Support Service Desk supporting
1,700 corporate campus users from 35 domestic facilities.
● Led 1st and 2nd Level support for hardware, network, and software issues for all departments including Remote Sales,
Accounting, Customer Call Center, Marketing, Supply Chain, Executives and Assistants, and Research and Development.
● Authored a Technical Support Center operating/procedure manual and designed and maintained the Support Services
Intranet website including customer surveys, monthly informational newsletters, and information regarding system updates
and outages.
● Provided monthly statistical reports and graphs to senior management and worked with the change control process team to
coordinate and deploy upgrades for hardware and software.

Technical Support Service Desk Manager, Montgomery Tank Lines Inc. 1997 - 1998
● Served as the Help Desk Coordinator for MTL2000 software, an in-house developed dispatch and billing software app.
● Managed technical support and facilitated bi-monthly training seminars for 200 billing and dispatcher staff across the US.