Steve Pohlen
Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Innovation & Director of Learning and Technology @Benilde-St. Margaret\'s School
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Innovation & Director of Learning and Technology @Benilde-St. Margaret\'s School
Minneapolis, MN, US
Currently directing the implementation of major portions of Benilde-St. Margaret’s long-range strategic plan related to teaching and learning. Designed and led visioning sessions for key stakeholders including board members, parents, faculty, staff and students. Leading Benilde-St. Margaret\'s professional development, curriculum development, and pedagogical development around next-generation skills, authentic learning, and real-world application. Developed and led the Teaching and Learning Team, providing professional development & support (technology integration, project-based learning, authentic assessment, equity, and external partnerships).Analyzed and synthesized qualitative and quantitative data related to student achievement, community engagement, equity programming, and professional development.Managed all aspects of 7-12 school Technology Department including a 1:1 laptop program for 1200 students - long-range planning, budget, infrastructure, operations, professional development, and transformative classroom technology integration.Directed the implementation of new Student Information System, Learning Management System, and Reserve Teacher Management System. Cultivated major donors through marketing, program proposals, presentations, and tours to support facility and program initiatives. Directed and coordinated all aspects of an annual two-week summer professional development institute including marketing, budgeting, and program development.Designed and implemented a peer coaching program and provided professional development for coaches in learning styles-based coaching. Observed, evaluated and coached teachers based on standards of effective instruction using cognitive coaching techniques.Designed and coordinated faculty and staff research trips to nationally recognized schools in Biomed and Design Thinking.Led the Board Technology Committee. Member of the Board Strategic Planning Committee
EDUCATION
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science , Mechanical Engineering
Cornell University
Master of Arts in Teaching , Science and Math Education
University of St. Thomas
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership and Administration
University of Minnesota
Public Administration (K-12 Principal License), Education
SKILLS
ABOUT STEVE POHLEN
Steve Pohlen is a dynamic education leader with 30+ years of experience in a variety of learning environments from elementary school to university graduate school. Steve has been fostering student achievement, voice, and choice in suburban and urban, public and private, local and international settings. In his current role as Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Innovation, Steve is leading Benilde-St. Margaret\'s efforts in teacher professional development, technology integration, STEM, and authentic, applied learning environments.
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