Zoe Mullin Welsh
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Passionate, multi-certified professional educator dedicated to enhancing science literacy among students and fellow educators. Proven track record of creating engaging and inclusive learning environments and developing curricula that promote a deeper understanding of complex scientific concepts. Highly regarded for strong teamwork and adaptability, enabling effective collaboration with colleagues and responsiveness to evolving educational requirements.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AP Biology Reader
COLLEGE BOARD
06.2012 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Expertly scored thousands of free response exams based on the College Board's rubrics
Upper School Science Teacher, Department Chair, Advisor, and Committee Member
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL
08.2006 - Current
- Taught College Prep Biology, Honors Biology, AP Biology, Biotechnology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Independent Study using a variety of lessons and techniques to aid in student mastery
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
- Developed a course in Biotechnology, obtained grant funding and implemented this new course in 2007
- Chosen as department chair of the Upper School Science Department in 2009 after a nation-wide search
- Led the Upper School Science Department and increased inquiry in every course, analyzed levels of teaching and assessment using Bloom's Taxonomy, correlated curriculum to science skills, updated science safety training, aligned science courses with NGSS and coordinated our efforts with those of the Lower and Middle School Science Departments
- Acted as the faculty advisor for ten to twelve students each year, monitored and facilitated their progress, developed and maintained positive relationships with their families, assisted in course selection, and advocated on their behalf when needed
- Served on many committees
Session Presenter and Mentor
NATIONAL MATH + SCIENCE INITIATIVE
09.2013 - 02.2020
- Served as a Saturday Prep Session Presenter for AP Biology, conveying review lessons to students throughout the Southeast
- Mentored a new AP Biology teacher for a year, assisting with pacing, activity selection, lesson planning and exam review (2014)
Master Teacher, Grant Reviewer, Grant Recipient, and Workshop Participant
NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER
06.2004 - 08.2013
- Served on the Educational Enrichment Grant Advisory Board
- Reviewed and gave input on applications for Mini-Grants (up to $6000) and Educational Enrichment Grants (up to $100,000)
- Educated more than150 North Carolina teachers on how to introduce and implement biotechnology activities into their curriculum during Introduction to Biotechnology and Marine Biotechnology workshops (2007-2013)
- Mentored science and CTE teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to ensure their success in the classroom.
High School Science Consultant
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Contributed significantly in the development of the2004 Standard Course of Study for Biology
- This document detailed the content and objectives to be taught to every North Carolina biology student until2012-2013
- Also participated in the development of a standard Honors Biology curriculum
- Created numerous curriculum units, support documents, and assessment activities to enrich biology teaching across the state
- Many of these materials remain online as free resources for teachers
Science Teacher and School Leader
LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL
08.1995 - 06.2006
- Implemented strategies to teach Academic, Honors, and AP Biology, along with other science courses, in a large, suburban, public school with a diverse population
- Member and chair of the School Improvement Team that updated the school's mission/vision framework and increased school performance from a School of Distinction to a School of Excellence (a measurement based on a variety of metrics, including standardized test scores)
- Facilitated the professional development of new and intern teachers as a mentor and cooperating teacher
Science Teacher and Committee Member
SOUTHERN GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL
01.1992 - 12.1994
- Developed and implemented strategies to teach Biology and a variety of other science courses in a small, rural, low-performing public school
- Worked with school leaders as a member of the School Improvement Team
Education
Masters of Arts in Education - Science Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Science Education
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC12-1991
Bachelor of Science - Biological Life Sciences
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC08-1991
Skills
- Classroom facilitation
- Student Engagement
- Educational leadership
- Faculty collaboration
- Inquiry-based learning
- Multitasking and organization
- Instructional materials preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Relationship building
- Canvas Learning Management System
- Veracross Learning Management System
Certification
- NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION-ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT SCIENCE; EXPIRES 2025
- NORTH CAROLINA TEACHING LICENSE: 0300- GENERAL SCIENCE 9-12; EXPIRES 2027
Honors and Associations
QUABAIN AWARD FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE (2013)
NORTH CAROLINA SCIENCE TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION, Member since 1991 and appointed as Non-public School Liaison to the NCSTA Board of Directors (2011-2017)
DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL, Initiated as a key women educator (2008) and elected president of the Gamma Eta Chapter (2010-2012)
AMGEN LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM IN HUMAN AND GENOMIC BIOLOGY, Selected as one of 20 educators from the US for this residential program at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories (2007)
MCGRAW-HILL ADVISORY GROUP, Selected as one of nine in the country as a member of the Biology Advisory Group which gave input on text development. Continued work as a field test participant and member of Teacher Advisory Board
NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER GRANT RECIPIENT, Received a $5000 Mini-Grant to increase equipment while teaching at a large public school (2001) and received $6000 Mini-Grant to implement a new course at an independent school (2007)
LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR (2002)
MARY KEARNS ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR NOMINEE (1993)
Timeline
Session Presenter and Mentor
NATIONAL MATH + SCIENCE INITIATIVE
09.2013 - 02.2020
AP Biology Reader
COLLEGE BOARD
06.2012 - Current
Upper School Science Teacher, Department Chair, Advisor, and Committee Member
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL
08.2006 - Current
Master Teacher, Grant Reviewer, Grant Recipient, and Workshop Participant
NORTH CAROLINA BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER
06.2004 - 08.2013
High School Science Consultant
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
01.2000 - 01.2008
Science Teacher and School Leader
LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL
08.1995 - 06.2006
Science Teacher and Committee Member
SOUTHERN GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL
01.1992 - 12.1994
- NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION-ADOLESCENT/YOUNG ADULT SCIENCE; EXPIRES 2025
- NORTH CAROLINA TEACHING LICENSE: 0300- GENERAL SCIENCE 9-12; EXPIRES 2027
Masters of Arts in Education - Science Education
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Science Education
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Life Sciences
North Carolina State University
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