Jo Barendse

Jo Barendse has extensive experience in the field of education, having served as a Teacher at Tigard-Tualatin School District since August 1984. In this role, Barendse functions as an Educational Technology Specialist, focusing on digital design and fabrication, along with teaching CTE/computer science and physical education. Barendse is also certified as a PADI Scuba OWSI Instructor and an Oregon Driver Education Instructor. Prior to this, Barendse taught at Parkrose School District from 1984 to 1988. Barendse holds multiple degrees, including a BS in Education (Elementary Education/Physical Education) from Western Oregon University, a MAT in Education from Lewis & Clark College, and a degree in Educational Administration with a focus on Foundations in Leadership from George Fox University.