James Barnett
James Barnett
4151 Weeping Willow Court
Chantilly, VA 20151
703.229.2801
Assist low-achieving high school students in the writing process.
Assist students in creating their own personal novel (8 years)
Daily submit data into students' individual educational program (iep), MA Ed.
Professional educator in English composition, grammar and literature (11 years)
Certificated as a professional teacher in two states (CA and VA) and now working in the District of Columbia.
An avid hiker who documents treks in narrative form (over 100 entries).
An avid amateur photographer who documents hiking treks (over 4300 digital photographs on file).
I have a master's degree in education with over ten years experience as a professional high school teacher. I mainly work with low achieving students who need assistance with their writing skills. On a daily basis I write data submitted into students' individual educational program (iep).
An avid hiker and photographer, I document my travels and photography into a journal format.
Employment:
November, 2007-present
Rock Creek Academy, Washington, DC
September, 2006/June 2007
WT Woodson High School, Fairfax, VA 22031
September, 1997/June, 2006
East Bakersfield High School, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Volunteer:
April, 2007/April, 2008
Smithsonian Air and Space Museum/Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly, VA
April, 2008/present
Smithsonian Air and Space Museum/Washington Mall, Washington, DC
2008 Season
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Vienna, VA
Latest Articles
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First Night Leesburg: Celebrating the New Year, Northern Virginia
With a storied history of almost 300 years, Leesburg, a sleepy Virginia hamlet, hearkens back to New Year Eves of old. We welcomed 2011 in the town square.
Feb 16, 2011
- James Barnett
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A Pilgrimage to E.A. Poe's Tomb: A First-Hand Account
The legendary toaster didn't show at the Poe gravesite, but four imposters did. What determines the true toaster and how are the imposters dismissed?
Feb 15, 2011
- James Barnett
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The Reynolds Center: Smithsonian's Display of American Art
Portraits of American presidents, statesmen, and celebrities are showcased at the Reynolds Center, as well as a premier collection of American art.
Feb 15, 2011
- James Barnett
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The Hirshhorn Gallery: Contemporary Art at the Smithsonian
Artists from around the U.S.A. display their work at the Hirshhorn, where an amazing collection of contemporary and post-modern art is on display.
Feb 15, 2011
- James Barnett
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The Freer and Sackler Galleries: D.C.'s Best Asian Art Collection
Two Smithsonian museums are combined to offer visitors to Washington D.C. one of the best collections of Asian Art in the world.
Feb 15, 2011
- James Barnett
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Cherry Blossoms Bring Springtime to Washington D.C.
Cherry trees along Washington D.C.'s Tidal Basin blush in variations on the color pink. Tens of thousands of people celebrate this annual rite of spring.
Feb 15, 2011
- James Barnett
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A Visit to Nevada's Great Basin National Park
Well over 13,000 feet, Wheeler Peak stands as a sentinel over the grand Nevada basin; a central figure at a national park that also includes Lehman Caves.
Jul 15, 2008
- James Barnett
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East Anacapa Island, California
Beyond the shores of Ventura, California, five islands stand in defiance of the Pacific and form Channel Islands National Park. East Anacapa Island is the southern tip.
Jul 3, 2008
- James Barnett
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The Grand Canyon's Supai Trail
Avoid the summer crowds at the south rim by accessing the canyon via the Havasupai Indian Reservation. An eight mile trail takes the visitor through narrow canyon walls.
Jun 18, 2008
- James Barnett
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Lost Coast, California
Over 80 miles in length, the Lost Coast Trail, traverses the last of California's Coastal Wilderness. But from trail head, Punta Gorda Lighthouse is only five miles away.
Jun 18, 2008
- James Barnett
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