Andi McNair has been a teacher for 12 years, currently teaching 4th/5th grade math and gifted education. She is passionate about instructional technology and finding ways to engage students through meaningful learning experiences. McNair sends out a weekly email sharing educational tools and has organized events like Hour of Code and Innovation Day. She encourages gifted students to think critically and explore their passions through projects like Genius Hour. McNair aims to prepare students for a changing society by making learning creative and self-directed.

1. Andi McNair
EDUCATOR/SPEAKER
Waco, Texas US | mcnairandi@gmail.com
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Education
Aug 1997 -
Dec 1999
Bachelors of Science
Baylor University
Jun 1995 -
Jul 1997
None earned
McLennan Community College
Work History
Aug 2003 -
Present
Teacher
Bosqueville ISD
I have been teaching at Bosqueville Elementary for 12 years, teaching
4th/5th grade math as well as gifted education. During my time at
Bosqueville, I have been an instructional technology leader on our
campus. I enjoy helping teachers find ways to engage their students
through the use of technology. I send out a weekly email that I call
Classroom Power Tools in which I share a specific website or app that can
be used in the classroom. I facilitate events such as Hour of Code and
Innovation Day to give our students opportunities to engage in
meaningful learning. I have written grants and received Lego Robotics,
furniture to design a flexible space, and Chromebooks for our classroom.
I am passionate about instructional technology and I feel like it is evident
in my current classroom. I find ways to make the learning meaningful for
my students using technology and enjoy finding new tools that will meet
the needs of my students.
Currently, I service the gifted education population at our elementary. In
doing so, I have found ways to engage and motivate these students to
think outside the box and prepare for their futures in our quickly
changing society. I have given my students an opportunity to explore
their passions by incorporating Genius Hour into my classroom. This
encourages my students to learn by collaborating, creating,
communicating, and thinking critically. I am passionate about ensuring
that gifted learners are given every opportunity to become self directed
learners that are able to find creative ways to investigate and innovate.
Aug 2000 -
Jul 2003
4th Grade Teacher
Bruceville Eddy Elementary
During my time at Bruceville-Eddy Elementary I taught 4th/5th grade
math and science. I taught with many great educators and began
learning how to use different teaching strategies to make learning
meaningful for my students. I made great connections at Bruceville Eddy
and felt like I was an important part of the staff. My time at this
elementary gave me the confidence to try new things in my classroom.
Speaking Engagements
Upcoming Events:
May 14, 2016 Houston Co-op
June 6 -8, 2016 Region 9 Wichita Falls, Texas - Genius Hour
References
Shawn Bird
"Her personality is extremely
energetic, adaptable, witty, and
intelligent, which has endeared her
to other staff members of our
school."
Stephanie Kucera
"She is extremely creative, and one of
her greatest assets is a passion for
learning."
Cherie Cummings
"Andi is constantly keeping us as a
campus informed; filling us in on new
ways to use technology. She comes
into our rooms and teaches lessons,
so that we can learn how to
implement the different tools."
Presentation
Feedback
"After attending Andi McNair’s well
presented “Technology in the Gifted
Classroom” seminar I was able to
share the details and resources with
my coworkers. They were
so impressed with all Andi had
shared with us that they requested
that we have her for a future staff
development so that they could
learn more! The technology
resources that Andi provided make
learning engaging for all students
and are digitally relevant for our
21st century learners.""This was one
of the best 6 hour updates ever!"
"Andi was very good! She was
energetic and kept me listening. Very
good day!"
"Awesome innovation and
wonderfully passionate presenter for
the cause!"
https://www.visualcv.com/andimcnair

2. June 14, 2016 Region 12 Waco, Texas
June 16, 2016 Region 14 Abilene, Texas - Genius Hour
June 20, 2016 Region 7 Kilgore, Texas - Keynote
June 30, 2016 Region 3 Victoria, Texas
July 12, 2016 Region 12 Waco, Texas
July 14, 2016 Region 17 Lubbock, Texas
July 20, 2016 Houston Co-op Houston, Texas
July 21, 2016 Spring Branch ISD Houston, Texas
August 4, 2016 Region 14 Abilene Texas
August 8, 2016 Region 12 Waco, Texas
August 11, 2016 Region 17 Lubbock, Texas
August 9, 2016 REgWaco, Texas
August 16, 2016 Region 3 Victoria, Texas
Past Events:
2012 Texas Association for Gifted and Talented Conference - Global Encounter
2012 Texas Association of School Administrators MidWinter Conference - Global Encounter
2013 Texas Association for Gifted and Talented Leadership Conference - Global Encounter
2013 Texas Association for Gifted and Talented Conference - Using Edmodo to Engage
Students
2014 BAM! Radio Network with Don Wettrick - Using Innovations/Genius Hour in the
Elementary Classroom
2014 Edmodo@10 Conference - Meaningful Assignments Using Edmodo
2014 TAGT Leadership Conference - Cultivating Creativity Through Innovations
2014 Region 12 Leadership Conference - Genius Hour
2014 Baylor University Gifted Conference - Technology for the Gifted Classroom
2014 Texas Association for Gifted and Talented Conference - Technology for the Gifted
Classroom
2015 Fort Worth Technology Conference Fort Worth, Texas
May 5th, 2015 Region 10 Technology Conference
June 12, 2015 Region 9 GT Conference Wichita Falls, Texas June 16,
2015 Region 12 GT Conference Waco, Texas
June 24, 2015 Region 7 GT Conference Kilgore, Texas
July 14, 2015 Region 12 GT Conference Waco, Texas
July 23, 2015 Region 14 Technology in the Gifted Classroom Abilene, Texas
July 28 - 30, 2015 TEKS Resource System Conference San Antonio, Texas
August 3-4, 2015 Region 12 Diversity Conference Waco, Texas
August 5, 2015 Region 18 GT Roundup Midland, Texas
August 10, 2015 Region 12 GT Conference Waco, Texas
August 11, 2015 Region 12 GT Conference Waco, Texas
August 18, 2015 Region 3 GT Conference Victoria, Texas
August 19, 2015 Region 3 REAL Conference Victoria, Texas
September 29, 2015 Superintendent Leadership Conference Port Aransas, Texas
December 2-4, 2015 TAGT San Antonio, Texas - Institute Speaker
"Great session! I loved it. I felt like I
got a lot of useful information that I
can take back and use in my class.
Great speaker! "
"Great presenter. Best I've seen in a
while. Great, useful information. We
need more workshops over this
material! I found things not just for
my department, but for all others!"
https://www.visualcv.com/andimcnair

3. December 16, 2015 San Angelo ISD San Angelo, Texas -Genius Hour
February 2 - 4, 2016 TCEA Austin, Texas - Genius Hour
Certifications
Mar 2011 -
Feb 2017
Elementary English 1-8
Texas State Board for Educator Certification
Mar 2011 -
Feb 2017
Elementary Self-Contained 1-8
Texas State Board for Educator Certification
Skills
Speaking/Consulting/Professional Development
I believe that if what we are teaching in our classrooms is not meaningful for our students, it
is a waste of our time and theirs. My message is one that encourages risk-taking and
creativity in the classroom while giving ownership of the learning back to the students.
My presentations are always very well-attended and well-received. I enjoy connecting and
sharing with an audience while sharing best practices and innovative ideas to engage and
motivate the learners in our classrooms.
Finding Creative Ways to Engage Gifted Learners
I believe that teachers must provide gifted learners with an education that is challenging and
engaging. I do not feel like these students should be used as peer tutors, teacher helpers, or
given busy work. Instead, I feel that we must find ways to ignite a passion for learning and
innovation that will benefit them as they move into a quickly changing society.
Communicating with Parents and Colleagues
I am easy to talk to and enjoy sharing strategies with teachers as well as parents. I enjoy
finding ways to communicate with others and encouraging them to make their classroom
more engaging and meaningful for their students. I also enjoy encouraging parents to
become involved in their child's learning and advocate for them so that everyone can benefit
from the school experience.
Finding/Experimenting with New Technology
I am not hesitant to try new things in my classroom. I like to jump in with both feet and see
what is beneficial and engaging for my students. I love sharing the "latest and greatest" with
my colleagues. I often spend my evenings on Twitter learning about the newest classroom
technology tools from wonderful teachers all over the world.
https://www.visualcv.com/andimcnair