Tim Price

A passionate and innovative educator dedicated to the facilitation of authentic learning experiences and dynamic learning environments. Experienced teacher, writer and institutional researcher who pays close attention to the needs and wants of relevant audiences and stakeholder interests. An emotionally-intelligent and asset-focused educational leader that motivates others to discover their own talents and resources, and to take meaningful action in their professional lives.

English Teacher - Silvercreek Alternative High School - Hailey, ID

(2022 - 2023)

• Taught competency-based English classes for grade 9-12 students
• Individualized instruction for students for students with various learning and social-emotional challenges
• Implemented Restorative Justice and Social-Emotional Learning practices on an individual, classroom and institutional level
• Developed a Place-Based curriculum designed to bring meaning and purpose to students’ learning and community environments
• Partnered with non-profits and community organizations to enrich student learning
• Lead professional-development for faculty, focused on Learning by Design, the writing unit and lesson objectives/learning targets, and the development of a student-centered and relevant school curriculum.

English Teacher - Wood River High School - Hailey, ID

(2020 - 2021)

• Taught ninth and tenth-grade honors and regular section of English, further developing a research-oriented approach to the tenth-grade writing curriculum
• Academically advised ninth grade students
• Managed both a hybrid-learning classroom, taking a leadership role in the creation of courses, curriculum design, and pedagogical approaches to this kind of learning
• Actively and constructively participated in a Professional Learning Community
• Subversively, yet tactfully, questioned leadership about the pedagogical decisions, leading to my graceful exit.

English Teacher - Silver Creek High School - Hailey, ID

(2022 - 2023)

• Taught all grade levels (9-12) English Language Arts within a Mastery framework, focused on both remediation and enrichment individualized to students’ academic needs
• Built Social-Emotional (SEL) skills through a daily implementation of Restorative Practices
• Built an elective schedule based on student-interest
• Engaged in, and often led, within a Professional Learning Community focused on aligning curriculum and the creation of school-wide rubrics
• Led programmatic efforts in bringing rigor to the existing Senior Project curriculum
• Built a writing curriculum that reflects workplace relevancy, process and Constructivist thinking

Education Mentor - College of Southern Idaho - Twin Falls, ID

(2019 - 2020)

• Mentored student-teachers in the Non-Traditional Licensure Program coursework and regularly observed their classes providing critical feedback in creating best practices
• Helped student-teachers translate their prior experiences in other careers to the praxis of teaching, and to identify resources to achieve their professional goals
• Advised and supported the full-time CSI faculty in the creation of new and effective programmatic policies, curricular decisions, and evaluative tools.

Adjunct Professor/Online Instructor (EDF 670: Introduction to Research Literature and Writing) - University of Northern Colorado - Greeley, CO

(2019 - 2019)

• Facilitated an integrative and interactive online experience for doctoral students that models innovative and thoughtful practices in online teaching
• Guided students through doctorate level research processes with attention to both their individual talents and professional needs, as well as the demands of their professional roles
• Supported the students in developing resources, methods and confidence to actively engage in 21st century research and innovation
• Provided detailed and constructive feedback on student work with special attention to best practices in the educational research community.

Programs and Education Manager - The Community Library - Ketchum, ID

(2018 - 2018)

• Researched, recruited and developed high-profile talks/lectures, workshops, seminars, and classes that that engaged over 1500 community members and participants over a 9-month period
• Assisted in the development of the Writer-in-Residence program at the Hemingway House, in Ketchum, ID
• Developed and nurtured essential community partnerships and connections, creating more opportunity for dynamic and collaborative programming
• Wrote, proposed and managed multiple grant projects, tailoring them to both the needs of the organization and the wider educational community
• Fostered positive change and growth within the organization’s programmatic slate with specific attention to 21st century issues and ideas.

English and History Teacher, English Department Chair, Outdoor Leadership Advisor - Community School - Sun Valley, ID

(2010 - 2017)

• Designed, developed, implemented and evaluated curriculum and courses for the school
• Served as the K-12 English Department Chair, leading the department through the school’s accreditation process, bringing renewed vision to its role in the school community
• Planned, organized and lead backcountry trips into the wilderness, creating rewarding learning experiences for students and educators, as well as effective risk-management strategies
• Assisted in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s Outdoor Leadership Academy, helping to make it one of the most successful programs in the school and a recruiting tool for new students and families
• Developed and evaluated multiple courses, including the school’s first Thesis Writing and Research Methods course, as well as its Writing Across the Curriculum course, now graduation requirements
• Facilitated opportunities for both academic and social-emotional growth for students as an academic adviser, outdoor leader and adviser, writing coach, athletic coach, and mentor.

English Teacher, Assistant Lacrosse Coach, Outdoor Education Leader - Aspen High School - Aspen, CO

(2008 - 2010)

• Inspired students of different learning styles and abilities to become confident writers, readers and critical thinkers
• Developed curriculum for the English department that engaged at-risk students in higher-order thinking
• Organized both pre-season and in-season training for football and lacrosse athletes, creating a culture of community across these programs
• Planned, organized and led week-long outdoor education trips for large student groups grades 9-12, creating opportunity to build community and trust

Adjunct Instructor (Secondary Environments) - University of Denver - Denver, CO

(2007 - 2008)

• Mentored teacher-candidates during their student-teaching experiences
• Created project-based opportunities for teacher-candidates to reflect on their work in schools
• Modeled innovate teaching practices for student-teachers, encouraging experimentation in their own classrooms

English Teacher, Yearbook Adviser, Head Lacrosse Coach - Cheyenne Mountain High School - Colorado Springs, CO

(2001 - 2007)

• Taught both remedial and advanced courses in the school’s English department
• Advised the school’s Yearbook program, working with students, advertisers and vendors to put together a $130,000 project
• Revived a fledgling lacrosse program, earning regional Coach-of-the-Year honors

Bachelor of Arts - English - University of Denver (1999 - 1999)

Teacher Licensure Program - Secondary English - University of Denver (2001 - 2001)

Master of Arts - Education - University of Denver (2005 - 2005)

Doctor of Philosophy - Curriculum and Instruction - University of Denver, Morgridge School of Education (2015 - 2015)