Kimberly Zimmer

• Strategic leader of technology and STEM initiatives within Aspen School District, working to align innovative educational practices within the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework.
  
• Director of district-wide implementations of learning management systems (e.g., Toddle, Schology, Blocksi), AI-driven educational tools, curriculum management software, and cutting-edge EdTech applications to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  
• Designer of impactful professional development programs for faculty, focusing on technology integration and instructional innovation. 
  
• Currently serving as the only technology integrator across our K-12 district. 
• Cultivator of strategic partnerships with leading educational technology companies and community organizations, securing resources and opportunities that enrich the district's instructional capabilities and expand real-world learning experiences.
• Representative for Aspen School District at national and regional educational conferences, actively engaging with professional networks to increase understanding of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in educational innovation.
  
• Facilitator of monthly "Innovation Working Group" meetings at Aspen School District, which brings together community stakeholders to discuss innovation in our schools.
• Aspen High School Girls Tennis Asst Head Coach 2022, 2023, 2024-25
• Coordinated Aspen x Mississippi Civil Rights Exchange Program, 2024 by helping organize travel logistics for 20 students to participate in immersive civil rights history learning experiences in Mississippi while hosting exchange students in Aspen during the same year.

• Provided instructional technology leadership and developed innovative K–12 curriculum within the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, aligning instruction with global standards.
• Curriculum Head for IB Design, supporting educators in creating engaging and standards-aligned learning experiences.
• Founded "SkierTV," a Broadcast Journalism program at Aspen High School, empowering students to build skills in media production, communication, and narrative storytelling.
• Designed and facilitated district-wide professional development initiatives such as "Innovative Learning for Unprecedented Times" and "The 10 Days of PD," equipping educators with strategies for remote teaching and technology integration.
• Directed training programs as a certified trainer/administrator for platforms like Schoology, Toddle, and Google Apps, providing district-level support in educational technology use.
• Oversaw Aspen High School’s 1:1 Rocketbook initiative to improve students’ digital note-taking practices during remote instruction while managing procurement of classroom technologies to support hybrid learning models.
• Aspen High School Girls Tennis Asst Head Coach 2022-2024
• Leadership roles in experiential education trips, including creating the "Shakti SUP Adventure" (21–22 SY), a women's empowerment trip on the Upper Colorado River and "Rock the Boat! Lake Powell Adventure" (22–23 SY) to study ecology and water quality for students in grades 9–12.
• Member of the Aspen High School Leadership Team; Co-Sponsor of AHS GSA; Aspen High School Library Renovation Lead; Member of IB Design Team and IB Leadership Team; Sunshine Committee member; Leadership + Design Fellow (2019–2020).

• Administration of Google Apps, Atlas Curriculum Mapping, and Haiku/PowerSchool Learning LMS for K-12 instructional technology.
• Oversight of school IT subscriptions, deployment of technology equipment, and budgeting for instructional devices to enhance operational efficiency.
• Provided technical support and integration guidance for staff and faculty; served as on-site trainer for K–12 educators.
• Taught coding and design courses for students in grades 7–12, fostering foundational technology skills and creativity.
• Spearheaded implementation of a Chromebook program for grades 2–5 alongside a BYOD initiative for grades 6–12 to modernize learning environments.
• Leadership roles in experiential education trips, including white water paddle boarding (2014–2017), hut trips (grades 6–8), domestic STEM innovation tours, senior NYC trips, and an international trip to India (Summer 2019).

• Facilitated the Apple 1:1 laptop program for grades 4 and 5 and implemented an iPad pilot program in first grade, enhancing technology integration across classrooms.
• Designed, developed, and instructed the "Encore Technology" enrichment curriculum for grades 1-5, focusing on innovative educational technology practices.
• Attended the prestigious Google Geo Teacher's Institute in 2011 and earned the distinction of Google Certified Teacher in 2009.
• Coordinated weekly collaborative meetings with teacher teams to promote effective integration of technology into core curricular activities.
• Developed and implemented "Tech Bytes," a comprehensive professional development program designed to elevate teacher proficiency in technology use.
• Contributed to Avoca School District 37’s recognition as an Apple Exemplary School Award recipient, host for a National School Board Association Technology Site Visit, and received the district’s "District Salute Award."

• Conducted bi-annual workshops on Google Sites electronic portfolio development for Roosevelt University College of Performing Arts.
• Transitioned e-portfolio creation process from software-based Dreamweaver to the more accessible web-based Google Sites platform.
• Developed comprehensive training materials tailored to students of the College of Performing Arts for effective portfolio creation.
• Provided ongoing support and troubleshooting assistance to students throughout the academic year, addressing technical issues and questions related to Google Sites.
• Streamlined the portfolio-building experience through improved tools and resources, enhancing accessibility and usability for students.
• Contributed to enhancing students’ digital literacy and professional online presence through effective training methodologies.

• Pacific Challenge Study Abroad Program to Australia and New Zealand, 2001.
• Selected to participate in "Media in Ghana" program in Ghana, West Africa, 2002.
• Completed public relations internship at GSMF Volunteered in Ghana, West Africa for HIV/AIDS non-governmental organization.

Akwaaba - Esaase Organization

• Conducted technology lessons for students in grades 3-8 at Esaase Christian School and Orphanage, Kumasi, Ghana, as part of volunteer efforts with Akwaaba-Esaase Organization.
• Maintained and repaired school computers and peripheral devices, ensuring functionality for effective student use.
• Supported the computer teacher by providing guidance on best practices and methods for technology instruction.
• Installed open-source software on school computers to enhance access to educational tools and resources.
• Acted as a substitute teacher as needed, facilitating continuity in educational programs during staff absences.

Villa La Paz Foundation

• Tutored children at the Villa La Paz Foundation home in Chaclacayo, Peru, assisting with academic improvement across various subjects.
• Provided opportunities for social development by accompanying children to the park and school activities.
• Assisted children with developing essential life skills tailored to their individual needs in a special needs environment.

Gay 4 Good / Aspen Gay Ski Week / Aspen Food & Wine

• Regular contributor to community-based events organized by Gay 4 Good, Aspen Gay Ski Week, and Aspen Food & Wine in Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley.

• Delivered presentations at InnEdCo (2023-2025), including "Elevate Your Classroom with Rocketbooks," "VR in Education," and participation in the InnEdCo AI Panel.
• Featured speaker at the InnEdCo Conference (2021), presenting "Elevate Your Classroom with Rocketbooks!"
• Presented "Building Community with Google Hangouts" at ISTE 2016 and participated as a Hangouts On-Air podcaster and blogger during SXSWEdu (2014-2015).
• Keynote contributor at the Illinois Computing Educators (ICE) Conferences, presenting sessions such as "What Can Google Do For Your School?" (full-day workshop, 2011), "Go Google" teacher panel (2011), and earlier workshops on educational tools like wiki platforms and Google Apps.
• Conducted sessions on technology integration at statewide conferences, including IETC (2011) with a focus on Google's educational ecosystem and classroom innovation techniques.
• Co-presenter at regional events emphasizing technology-driven practices, such as classroom management in 1:1 environments (Great Lakes 1:1 Computing Conference, 2009) and collaborative communication strategies (Collabocon Mini Conference, 2009).