Amy Casey
Madison,CT
Summary
A dedicated professional skilled in instruction, educational leadership, and curriculum development. Values authentic learning experiences that motivate, engage, and connect daily learning to the real-world. Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, families, and students to meet the diverse needs and ensure positive learning experiences for all.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Curriculum Writer
Your After School, LLC
10.2022 - Current
- Designs enrichment classes including Kids Chemistry, Numbers at Work, The Math Escape Room, Hot Wheels Physics, and Full STEAM Ahead.
- Prepared over 300 engaging lesson plans that incorporate hands-on activities, integrated subject matter, and student reflection.
- Provides instructional support for instructors without formal teaching training.
- Partners with logistics coordinator, marketing manager, and content creator to promote after-school enrichment programs.
Personal Tutor
Self-employeed
03.2020 - Current
- Provides in-person and virtual tutoring sessions for students in grades 2 through 9 that incorporate mathematical inquiry, a CRA approach, number sense, fluency, and the Standards for Math Practice.
- Builds student confidence using positive affirmations, encouragement, and evidence of progress.
Instructional Math Coach
Branford Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Used a Cognitive Coaching model with teachers, promoting growth mindset and self-reflection.
- Facilitated professional development to unpack Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and collaboratively plan inquiry-based instructional tasks.
- Led instructional data teams who analyzed data, identified areas of improvement, and used research-based instructional strategies to improve student learning.
- Implemented math enrichment experiences for students with high levels of understanding using rich tasks, real-world projects, and inquiry-based learning.
- Served as instructional leader for Grade 5 and 6 teachers, whose students scored highest in the district on the Mathematics Smarter Balanced Assessment in 2021
- Collaborated with special-education teachers to develop adaptive mathematics assessment for students in ABA classroom settings
- Served on school-wide leadership committees, vertical mathematics committees, and state-wide curriculum councils.
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
Hamden Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Named Hamden’s 2014 “District Teacher of the Year” and represented the district at the state-wide Teacher of the Year Annual Meeting
- Volunteered as the Staff Climate Committee Chairperson
- Implemented differentiated instructional strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Produced school-wide assemblies to celebrate positive student behavior and school-wide successes
- Classroom lessons and culturally-immersive field trips to Costa Rica featured on WTNH and in Connecticut Post newspaper
- Mentored beginning teachers through the TEAM process and supervised teaching candidates from Quinnipiac University
Grade 6 Classroom Teacher
Six to Six Magnet School
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Implemented mathematics, science, and Jason STEAM curriculum using data-driven instruction and effective teaching strategies
- Incorporated hands-on learning using NSTA GoTemp probes, convection tubes, school-safe chemicals, and museum partnerships with Eli Whitney Museum and Maritime Aquarium.
- Instructed students who demonstrated 100% grade level proficiency on the 2010 Connecticut Mastery Test, Mathematics.
- Certified DataStreme Oceans and Atmosphere Resource Teacher with the American Meteorological Society
- Led middle school students on a week-long ecological and architectural field trips to Costa Rica, Scotland, England, and France.
Education
Sixth Year - Educational Leadership
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT07-2014
Master of Science - Education
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT01-2008
Certification
- Administrator Certificate, 092, CT
- Professional Educator in Elementary Education, 013, CT
Timeline
Curriculum Writer
Your After School, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Personal Tutor
Self-employeed
03.2020 - Current
Instructional Math Coach
Branford Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2021
Grade 4 Classroom Teacher
Hamden Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2014
Grade 6 Classroom Teacher
Six to Six Magnet School
08.2008 - 06.2011
Sixth Year - Educational Leadership
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Science - Education
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University