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Lindsay's work combines: Technology, Education, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
St. Mary's University
Graduate Degree
English Language and Literature, General
St. Mary's University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Instructional Coordinators:
High School
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Certification
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
Enlisted in the Air Force as an Arabic Linguist.
2.
Moved to LA and enrolled in community college as a General Studies major.
3.
Got married, moved to Texas, and had a daughter.
4.
Returned to college and majored in English because it was the fastest route to a degree.
5.
Got a job as a copy editor for an educational testing company, but couldn't shake my love for Lit.
6.
Returned to graduate school as a TA, discovered my love for teaching.
7.
Accepted a position at a non-profit ed center in Oregon, worked to help students succeed in college.
8.
Became an education advisor at CBT Nuggets, where I work with others to improve lives through IT ed.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Peers:
You should be an accountant because they make lots of money.
How I responded:
Take some time to really think about what MONEY means to you. How much money do we really need? Does money make everyone happy? What will you do with your money? Do you regard "money" as an interchangeable currency? What else do you consider "currency?" I learned to regard other things in my life as currency and redefined my understanding of success. Family. Joy. Time. Helping others. Simplicity. Know what is important to you and let that be your measure of success.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
I couldn't afford to go to college, so I had to live with my parents until I was in my late 20s, even though I was married and had a daughter. I was pretty embarrassed during those years, but I learned to put my pride aside and be grateful.
My dad died right at the onset of my college experience, while I was living at home. I had a young daughter and a widowed mother to care for while pursuing my education. It was so difficult, but I learned what grit is, and it has served me well.