EdTechTeam

Global Network of Educational Technologists

  • Chris Bell

    Chief Executive Officer

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About Chris

Chris Bell has been with the company since 2010 in a variety of roles including Distance Learning Coordinator, Design Strategies, Chief Operating Officer, and as of June 2020 is the Chief Executive Officer.

Chris has a wide range of experience from directing digital marketing to business development to strategic partnerships. He will also lead a strategic plan development, present at a Summit, or lead a full-day workshop in order to keep grounded to the impactful work the company is engaged in.

Most recently, was the District Coordinator of Instructional Technology for Saddleback Valley Unified School District in Southern California. In this capacity, he oversaw the instructional technology project implementations in the district including 1:1 classrooms utilizing Chromebooks, mobile device initiatives, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) classrooms, and online learning. Prior to this, Chris ran an online and blended learning program supporting students in grades 7-12 that spanned three counties in California.

Chris has taught at all levels K-12 including online and has enjoyed working with pre-service teachers and online teachers. He was actively involved in the development of the Leading Edge Certification for Online & Blended Teaching, the Quality Standards for Online Teaching, the Quality Standards for Online Learning, and the Google for Education Certified Trainer program. Chris is formally recognized as a Google Certified Innovator (Boulder 2009) and a Google for Education Certified Trainer.

  • Molly Bennett

    Senior Project Manager

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About Molly

Molly Bennett is the Senior Project Manager for the EdTechTeam and ensures that the professional development and services that we provide meet the highest expectations for all learners. She works closely with our internal and extended team to provide unique learning experiences that align with each district’s vision and goals to move learning forward and promote growth in all learners.

Molly presents and keynotes at EdTechTeam events as she is a Global Digital Age Learning Specialist, Google Certified Teacher, and Google Apps for Education Certified Trainer. Her background is in Elementary Education and she also holds a certificate in Educational Technology and Gifted Education. She lives in Wayzata, Minnesota with her husband and two kids.

  • Lauren Dennis

    Marketing Manager

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About Lauren

Based in Irvine, California, Lauren is the Marketing Manager for EdTechTeam. Prior to joining EdTechTeam in 2019, she worked as an administrative assistant and freelance marketer, gaining experience in social media marketing, content creation, marketing research, and project coordination. Her passion for marketing influences her work and serves as a driving force behind her need to learn and expand her capabilities. She is passionate about marketing and being able to express her creativity to carry out her role.

Lauren holds a B.S. in marketing from Azusa Pacific University. In her free time, you can find her perusing the aisles of Sephora, reading a good book at home, spending time with friends and family, or traveling.

  • Tara Kaczmarek

    Client Services Coordinator

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About Tara

A member of our core team since 2013, Tara has performed a variety of administrative functions for EdTechTeam. In her current role, she supports the team in managing logistics and operations for all custom professional development.

Tara has a BA in Psychology from George Washington University where she participated in the Jumpstart program providing tutoring preschoolers in low-income areas and an MA in Teaching from the University of California, Irvine. She’s located outside of Boston, Massachusetts.

  • Sarah Mokhtari

    Operations Manager

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About Sarah

A member of our core team since 2014, Sarah has performed a variety of administrative functions for EdTechTeam. In her current role, she manages day-to-day operations and supports CEO Chris Bell in maintaining and managing processes.

Sarah studied Psychology and Social Behavior at the University of California Irvine, earning a Bachelor’s in 2011. She’s located in sunny Southern California and works from our Irvine Office.

  • Tejal Patel

    Accounting Manager

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About Tejal

Based out of the Irvine office in California, Tejal joined Edtechteam as an Accounting Manager. She started her career in Accounting in 2005. Over the years, she has solidified her knowledge of accounting through working for CPA firms as well as various Startups. Outside of work, Tejal enjoys a good Netflix binge but can also be found cooking and spending time with her family and friends.

  • Gabriel Salazar

    Technical Support Manager

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About Gabriel

Starting his career in education in 2007, Gabriel wanted to hone his skills by working in different areas in the education field. Gabriel has worked as a middle school teacher under the La Habra City School District, a Reggio Emilia school in Tustin, and most recently, as an in-home therapist for children with Autism. Gabriel joined EdTechTeam in August 2015 as an intern and went full-time in November of that year. Gabriel works in EdTechTeam's operations department where he manages different programs and software to better streamline the company's day-to-day workflow.

Gabriel obtained his Bachelors of Science in Child and Adolescent Development at Cal State University Fullerton and his Masters in Education from Concordia University Irvine.

  • Christina Sprader

    Director of Learning Strategies

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About Christina

As Director of Learning Strategies at EdTechTeam, Christina brings a passion for rethinking education to ensure experiences are learner-centered, with a focus on developing the capacity of others to lead and implement transformational work. Christina has worked in various roles in elementary, middle, and high school environments, as Associate Director of the Institute for Personalized Learning, and as a Manager of Partnerships at Discovery Education. She uses her experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, principal, and professional development specialist to understand the challenges districts face, and partners with them to create a design that works toward the district’s vision and goals. From Design Thinking to STEM to apprenticeship experiences, Christina is always looking for ways to further empower educators and engage learners in real-life experiences that impact their future.

  • Amanda Taylor

    Special Project Manager

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About Amanda

Amanda Taylor is the Special Projects Manager for EdTechTeam. She is passionate about helping other educators discover new and innovative ways to use technology to create hands-on learning environments. She is our in-house expert for iPads, Seesaw, Ozobots, and the Google Certified Educator Certifications.

Amanda makes her home in sunny Southern California with her video-gaming husband and two video-gaming kids. While the family is occupied with video games, you will find Amanda reading a book, enjoying a glass of wine, and sneaking in the occasional game of Hearthstone.

  • Michael Wacker

    Senior Manager of Learning Strategies

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About Michael

A former elementary teacher, Michael has since served as an Online Learning Specialist on the student and adult learning side. This experience included designing and facilitating teacher and administrator professional development online courses and workshops. On the student side, his experience involves directing the build and design of online courses, technical development, and course conversions, as well as curriculum course revisions and iterations. With more than 10 years of progressively responsible experience in eLearning and Blended Learning, he is consulted around ideas of strategic design and innovation in public and private schools internationally to support the professional development and redesign of classrooms, pedagogy, and traditional instructional models, to better serve all learners. Michael’s strengths are in helping to maximize learning opportunities through the design of dynamic spaces (online and face to face) of interaction, inquiry, and engagement for students, teachers, and administrators. Dedicated to educational innovation, he strives to utilize best practice eLearning techniques and leverage a pedagogy and technology that allows for anywhere, anytime learning.

I am a lifetime learner that truly loves to engage, listen, and talk with folks smarter than myself. I view my blog/public posts as a personal journal and reflection opportunity for me. I am reflective, and a good listener. I enjoy designing and facilitating online learning spaces for educators to inquire, share, reflect, and connect. Whenever possible I take time to work in classrooms, espouse the possibilities of 21st century connected and open learning, and facilitate discussions around questions that I have, or something I want to learn more about. I love learning, and sharing new ideas, tools, and discussions with my peers.

EdTechTeam inspires educators and district leaders and equips them with the knowledge and skills to create high-impact learning environments that are active, personalized, and innovative. As a global network of leaders in educational technology integration, EdTechTeam supports school systems with industry-leading professional learning experiences that remove barriers so students can thrive.

Hours of Operations

Monday
8:00 AM PST - 6:00 PM PST
Tuesday
8:00 AM PST - 6:00 PM PST
Wednesday
8:00 AM PST - 6:00 PM PST
Thursday
8:00 AM PST - 6:00 PM PST
Friday
8:00 AM PST - 6:00 PM PST
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
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