Ari is an innovative educator with eight years of experience in education and specializes in pedagogy-first technology integration to enhance practices and student achievement. Her passion is inspiring others to others share their stories and skills through technology. In everything she does, she advocates for equity in education and educational technology.
She is currently a Staff Development Specialist for the Department of Innovation and Learner Engagement with Riverside Unified School District (RUSD). She has earned a Masters of Educational Technology degree from Boise State University. Ari is also a Google Educator Level (1 & 2) and Google for Education Certified Trainer and Innovator. As an Innovator & Trainer Ari works to ensure technology is implemented equitably to provide all students access and opportunity. Ariana is also a Raspberry Pi Certified Educator, and Breakout EDU Authorized Trainer. When in the classroom Ariana taught English classes for grades 9-12.
Ariana is an active member of CUE; she is a CUE Rockstar presenter, member of the Spring Conference Planning Committee, member of the Awards Committee, and is a former Affiliate President. Ariana is also a part of ISTE and has presented with EdTechTeam at Google Certification Bootcamps, and Summits.