Alyson Clair
Fairport,NY
Summary
Passionate educator with extensive experience in curriculum development, inquiry-based learning, and professional development. Adept at leading change initiatives, fostering student engagement, and implementing data-driven decision-making to enhance student outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Marion Central School
11.2001 - Current
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
Project Leader
K-6 Science
09.2008 - Current
- Led the implementation of 5th-grade science investigations, ensuring alignment with Next Generation Science Standards
- Attended and facilitated professional development sessions at both elementary and middle school levels to refine instructional practices
- Advocated for problem-solving and inquiry-based learning approaches, moving away from rote memorization to real-world applications
- Designed and modified science curriculum to enhance student comprehension and engagement
- Presented professional development workshops during district level conference days
- Improved curriculum efficacy through regular evaluation and revision of existing curriculum maps and teaching pedagogy.
- Trained in protocols for leading educational change, ensuring smooth adoption of new instructional models
- Successfully led mindset shifts among staff, encouraging adaptation to rigorous science standards by modeling expectations and providing resources
- Promoted school-wide use of claim-evidence-reasoning strategies and graph analysis, positively impacting student performance
Curriculum Development & Instructional Leadership
K-12 Science
09.2008 - Current
- District leader that evaluates and develops the yearly goals, mission and vision of the district
- Guided the implementation of ELA integration in science instruction, ensuring students met reading and writing standards through research and written reflection
- Led the design and execution of a year-long staff development plan, targeting instructional improvements and teacher collaboration
- Developed a student portfolio process, enabling students to track learning progress throughout the year
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment with K-12 education professionals.
School-Wide Initiatives & Professional Development
K-6 Science
09.2008 - Current
- Developed a building-wide plan based on stakeholder input using the Whole Child Survey, resulting in improved student engagement scores
- Designed and led after-school mini-camps (e.g., 'Eating Around the World,' 'Sloppy Science') to foster student exploration beyond the classroom
- Facilitated structured teacher collaboration, including peer connection activities, and promoted a collaborative work culture by creating opportunities for informal networking and team bonding
- Created an iReady student engagement incentive system, increasing student motivation and participation in assessments
- Served on the district’s Personalized Learning Steering Committee, driving student-centered instructional shifts
- Created differentiated learning pathways, allowing students to engage with content through varied media (reading, audio, visual)
- Implemented data-driven decision-making, using exit tickets and assessments to inform instructional adjustments
Education
Master of Science - Education
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Education
SUNY At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05-2001
Skills
- Inquiry-Based & Hands-On Learning
- Curriculum Design & Implementation
- Personalized Learning & Student Engagement
- Coaching & Professional Development
- Data-Driven Instructional Decision-Making
- Change Leadership & School Improvement
Education And Certifications
Master of Science- University At Buffalo Education
Bachelor of Science - SUNY At Fredonia Education
New York State Certification | Pre Kindergarten, Kindergarten And Grades 1-6 Permanent Certificate
September 2007
Timeline
Project Leader
K-6 Science
09.2008 - Current
Curriculum Development & Instructional Leadership
K-12 Science
09.2008 - Current
School-Wide Initiatives & Professional Development
K-6 Science
09.2008 - Current
Educator
Marion Central School
11.2001 - Current
Master of Science - Education
University At Buffalo
Bachelor of Science - Education
SUNY At Fredonia
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