Alicia Kuntz
Buchanan,MI
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with 21 years of experience teaching middle school Life, Earth, and Physical Science. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering fun and educational lessons and exciting science investigation. Very early adopter of TCI curriculum, 2017. Fully believe in TCI and their approach to science education.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade Science Teacher
Niles Community Schools
08.2003 - Current
- Improved students' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in lessons.
- Enhanced student engagement through the use of visuals, hands-on experiments, and group projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected science content to other subject areas.
- Provided consistent feedback on student work, resulting in increased understanding and improved performance.
- Promoted scientific literacy among students by emphasizing real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
TCI Curriculum Teacher/Facilitator
Niles Community Schools
08.2017 - Current
- Implement TCI curriculum to meet NGSS standards and facilitate student learning of scientific material.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Modified lessons and investigations to meet student and scheduling needs.
Curriculum Implementor/Developer
Gardyn Hydroponics
02.2023 - Current
- Designed course materials for the implementation of Gardyn hydroponic systems in middle school classrooms.
- Ensured alignment between curriculum objectives, NGSS standards, and instructional strategies, leading to clearer expectations for students and improved outcomes.
- Facilitate and moderate Facebook education Gardyn group where teachers can collaborate on best practices on incorporating hydroponics into their classrooms.
- Officially hired by Gardyn in February of 2024
PLC Leader
Niles Community Schools
08.2016 - Current
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision making processes, leading to more informed choices for future actions in student learning.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns about teaching points and approach.
Mentor Teacher
Niles Community Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum planning and instructional strategies, improving their teaching effectiveness.
- Mentored new teachers in best practices for science education, contributing to their professional development and success.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in education, implementing new techniques as appropriate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05.2003
Master of Arts - Masters in The Art of Teaching
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI05.2006
No Degree - Post Graduate Credits
Learner's Edge
08.2013
Skills
- Innovative lesson planning
- Critical Thinking
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Program Development
Certification
State of Michigan Teaching Certificates
Elementary K-5 All Subjects (ZG)
K-8 All Subjects Self-Contained (ZG)
Mathematics K-8 (EX)
Science K-8 (DX)
Timeline
Curriculum Implementor/Developer
Gardyn Hydroponics
02.2023 - Current
Mentor Teacher
Niles Community Schools
08.2018 - Current
TCI Curriculum Teacher/Facilitator
Niles Community Schools
08.2017 - Current
PLC Leader
Niles Community Schools
08.2016 - Current
7th Grade Science Teacher
Niles Community Schools
08.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Michigan University
Master of Arts - Masters in The Art of Teaching
Marygrove College
No Degree - Post Graduate Credits
Learner's Edge
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