Resume

  • EDUCATION

    • iPh.D. Education/Mathematics - in progress - University of Missouri-Kansas City
    • M.A. Curriculum and Instruction-Math &Tech - 2004 - University of Missouri-Kansas City
    • B.S. Computer Science - 2002 - University of Missouri-Kansas City
    • B.S.Ed. Secondary Math Education - 1998 - Northwest Missouri State University

  • PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

    • Video-based Supplemental Instruction Coordinator (2004-present) UMKC, Kansas City, MO
      • Development of distance education curriculum and content
      • Supervisor and Trainer of VSI Dual-Credit Program
      • Certified Supplemental Instruction Trainer
      • Information Technology Specialist and Liaison at Center for Academic Development
      • Online Tutoring Program development and implementation
      • International Conference Committee
      • UMKC Virtual University Committee
    • Online Calculus I course developer and instructor (2008-present) UMKC, Kansas City, MO
    • Intermediate Algebra Instructor and Critical Thinking Skills Instructor (2006-present) UMKC, Kansas City MO
    • Continuing Education Coordinator (2002-2004) UMKC, Kansas City, MO
    • Supplemental Instruction Mentor and Leader (2000-2002) UMKC, Kansas City, MO
    • Mathematics Teacher (1998-1999) Oak Grove High School, Oak Grove, MO

  • RESEARCH INTEREST

    • Develop, evaluate, and research effective online learning environments in order to train and inform future developers and users the intricacies of these innovative learning environments.

  • PUBLICATIONS

    • Painter, S. "New Directions for Supplemental Instruction." In M.E. Stone and G. Jacobs (eds.), Supplemental Instruction: New Visions for Empowering Student Learning. No. 106, San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2006.
    • Painter, S. "Video-based Supplemental Instruction." In M.E. Stone and G. Jacobs (eds.), Supplemental Instruction: Improving First-Year Student Success in High-Risk Courses (2nd ed.). Monograph Series No. 7 (3rd ed.). Columbia, SC: National Resource Center for The Freshman Year Experience and Students in Transition. 2008.
    • Painter, S. "Collaborating Programs: Preparing High School Students for College." CIP Network News: American Council on Education. Winter: 3(2), pp. 8-9. 2005.

  • PRESENTATIONS

    • University of Missouri-Kansas City Information Technology Conference
      "Tutoring with Online Collaboration Software"
      August 10, 2011 – Kansas City, Missouri
    • Cuyahoga Community College Webinar
      "Online SI Sessions"
      June 10, 2011 – Kansas City, Missouri
    • Supplemental Instruction Training for Faculty and Staff
      April 16-17, 2011 – University of Hawaii – Manoa, Honolulu, Hawaii
    • Kansas City Area Teachers of Mathematics Annual Conference
      "Catching Up: Suggestions and Technology Solutions to Get Students Back On Track"
      February 19, 2011 – Kansas City, Missouri
    • Supplemental Instruction Training for Faculty and Staff
      November 19, 2010 – Cabrillo College, Aptos, California
    • Inaugural Meeting for the United Kingdom Supplemental Instruction National Centre
      "International Center for Supplemental Instruction Welcome and Services"
      November 4, 2009 – Manchester, England
    • University of Missouri-Kansas City Information Technology Conference
      "Virtual Learning Environments in Second Life: Possible Integrations"
      May 15, 2009 – Kansas City, Missouri
    • United States Distance Learning Association
      "Video-based Supplemental Instruction"
      April 21, 2008 – St. Louis, Missouri
    • Missouri School Boards' Association Annual Conference
      "Capitalizing on a Cost Effective Dual-Credit Program"
      October 25-28, 2007 – Tan-Tar-A, Missouri
    • The 4th International Conference on Supplemental Instruction
      "VSI Calculus Implementation"
      May 26, 2006 – Malmo, Sweden
    • American Council on Education Conference: Educating All of One Nation
      "Collaborating Programs: Preparing High School Students for College Algebra"
      October 8, 2005 – Phoenix, Arizona
    • Supplemental Instruction Training for Faculty and Staff
      May 17-18, 2005 – Trinity University, Hartford, Connecticut
    • The 37th Annual National Conference of College Reading and Learning Association
      "Math Melodies: Techniques Used in Math Group Review Sessions"
      October 13, 2004 – Kansas City, Missouri
    • The 3rd International Conference on Supplemental Instruction
      "To Bold Go Where No SI Has Gone Before: A Demonstration on On-line SI."
      June 4, 2004 – Boston, Massachusetts
    • On-Site Evaluation of Campus SI Program
      April 25-28, 2004 – College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts
    • The 2nd International Conference on Supplemental Instruction
      "Math Melodies: Techniques Used in Math Group Review Session"
      June 6, 2002 – Kansas City, Missouri

  • GRANTS AND AWARDS

    • UMKC Chancellor's Fund for Innovation $55,000: 2006

  • CONSULTING ACTIVITIES

    • Supplemental Instruction Staff Exchange, 2009, University of Manchester, Manchester, England
      - Provided program evaluation and new project development
    • Instructional Technology for Life Science Teachers, 2004, UMKC, Kansas City, MO
      - Curriculum development and instruction of web development for Missouri middle & high school teachers
    • Nursing Academy, 2002-2003, UMKC Kansas City, MO
      - Curriculum development and instruction of basic computer skills for high school students in summer academy
    • Multimedia 2002 – GEAR UP, UMKC, Kansas City. MO
      - Curriculum development and instruction of multimedia class for urban minority freshmen high school students