"Jim Baker grew up in Pocatello, Idaho where he began his 14 years of industrial work experience. He attended Idaho State University as an Engineering Major his freshman year, then transferred to Utah State University.  After much contemplation, he changed his major to Engineering and Technology Education to better align with his personal and family goals.  He finished his Bachelor's degree at USU in 2006.  He then went on to receive additional engineering curriculum training through Project Lead the Way.  He has been to “PLTW Boot-camp” every summer for the previous five years obtaining the knowledge and understanding needed to teach several rigorous PLTW courses.  His PLTW course certifications are: Introduction to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, Digital Electronics and Civil Engineering and Architecture. 

Jim has been married to his sweet-heart, Lacey Baker for twenty years. He enjoys photography, camping, biking (pedal & motor), robotics, and spending time with family and friends.  Jim and his family love Cache Valley and are so happy to be part of this great community.

During the 2010 – 2011 school year, Jim was recognized by the Utah Coalition for Educational Technology as the Technology Teacher of the Year.  He also directed the InTech MegaBots FIRST robotics team to a fantastic season resulting in the receipt of the General Motors Industrial Design Award and the Utah Regional Finalists Award."