James P. Kurleto
A multidisciplinary educator passionate about exploring the intersection of art, science, and technology with students of all ages.
A programmer interested in creative computing to create interactive multimedia art.
A maker that inspires students to develop innovative ideas.
Experience
2008 - Present
Cranbrook Institute of Science, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Special Programs Coordinator, Art and Science on the Go Coordinator, Outreach Educator
- Developed outreach programs that integrated art, science, and technology to 25,000 students.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary professional development workshops for over 150 teachers.
- Successfully managed a four-year, $1M grant.
- Led summer camps on computational thinking and maker education topics.
2006-2008
T.C. Henderson Elementary School, Lake Toxaway, NC
Teacher, 4th and 5th grade
- Team-taught all core subject areas with cross-curricular units.
- Demonstrated consistent growth in EOG tests.
- Developed and assisted teachers with digital portfolios.
2000-2005
gedas USA, Inc., Rochester Hills, MI
Software Engineer
- Developed and supported Volkswagen and Audi dealer web-based applications.
- Led critical half-year UNIX migration project.
- Trained international staff on use of development tools.
Education
2015
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
- Earned Master of Arts in Educational Technology
- Focus in computational thinking and creativity
- GPA: 4.0 (to date)
2005
Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI
- Post-Baccalaureate Program in Elementary Education
- Endorsements in K-8 Math and K-8 Science
- Completed via evening and weekend classes while working full-time
- Dean’s List
2000
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
Earned Bachelor of Science in Computer Science- Earned Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature
- Focus on computational media and poetry
Certification
2014
Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology
Michigan State University
2006
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
Endorsements: Mathematics, Science