To truly teach is to become a lifelong learner
– anonymous
I am Richard Styner, an educational technology coach dedicated to transforming learning environments through innovative teaching, curriculum design, and digital citizenship. This portfolio highlights my educational background, ISTE Coaching Standards work, and professional experience.
Education & Experience
I hold a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Psychology from Nebraska Wesleyan University and a Master of Arts in Teaching Biology from Brown University. I taught for 17 years at San Leandro High School, where I wrote original curriculum and launched a computer science program. During this time, I finished my Master of Science in Educational Technology at the California State University at Fullerton. I later worked as Director of Marketing and Social Media for Golden Eagle Properties, where I developed websites and SEO strategies that doubled recruitment in one year.
Purpose of This Site
This site showcases my qualifications, ISTE-aligned work, and philosophy of teaching. Each page highlights a specific ISTE Coaching Standard with examples of my work, artifacts, and reflections.