Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
K-12 EDUCATOR LICENSURE
Additional Science Teaching Roles
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Andrea Ellis Reeder

Summary

Curriculum consultant and Instructional leader with expertise In designIng, auditing, and enhancing standards-aligned, project-based learning curricula for K-12 and higher education. Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Science Education with deep experience in online/hybrid instruction, instructional coaching, and assessment frameworks. Proven record of mentoring instructional teams, leading professional development, and delivering innovative curriculum projects that improve engagement and academic outcomes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Virtual Science Teacher

Fullmind
01.2025 - Current

Teaching science to high school and middle school students.

STEM Educator, MTeach, College of Arts and Sciences

Middle Tennessee State University
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • Courses: Elementary School Interactions, Inquiry-Based Lesson Design, High School Interactions, Research Methods, Learning Theories, Integrated STEM, Introductory Biology Majors Lab
  • Developed online course components using learning management systems.
  • Coordinated and facilitated field experience at elementary and high school levels.
  • Led professional development sessions for mentor teachers, enhancing their instructional practices and leadership capabilities.
  • Instructional coaching
  • Developed science content for methods courses
  • Conducted comprehensive program evaluations to assess the effectiveness of educational interventions and initiatives.
  • Collaborated with faculty in College of Education and College of Arts and Science.

Science Teacher

Independence High School
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Courses: Chemistry, Advanced Placement Biology
  • TVAAS Level 5 (highest) Chemistry Teacher
  • National Board Certification, Adolescence and Young Adulthood, Science
  • 80% AP Biology Pass Rate
  • AP Biology Reader

Science Teacher

Spring Hill Magnet High School
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Courses: Chemistry, Physical Science
  • Developed Project Based Learning projects for students
  • Integrated health sciences into chemisty

STEM Educator, Tigers Teach, College of Arts and Sciences

University of Memphis
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Courses: Elementary STEM, High School Interactions
  • Led professional development sessions for elementary mentor teachers, enhancing their instructional practices and leadership capabilities.
  • Developed online course components using learning management systems.
  • Coordinated and facilitated field experience at elementary and high school levels.
  • Provided evaluation and feedback to improve instructional outcomes.

Instructor, Instruction and Curriculum Leadership

College of Education
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Courses: Middle School Science Methods, Elementary Mathematics Methods, Elementary Practicum, and Advisor Student Teaching for grades 6-12
  • Developed integrated math and science lessons for middle school students.

Education

Ph.D. - Interdisciplinary Science Education

Middle Tennessee State University
01.2024

Certification - Instructional Coaching

Lipscomb University

M.A.T. - Biology Education

Furman University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Furman University

Skills

  • College-level biology and lab instruction (majors/non-majors)
  • Online and hybrid teaching (learning management systems, instructional technology)
  • Curriculum design, assessment, and inclusive teaching strategies
  • Supporting diverse learners, including non-traditional students
  • Science curriculum development
  • National Board Certified Science Teacher
  • Elementary and High School experience
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Technology integration

Affiliations

  • National Association for Research in Science Teaching
  • American Educational Research Association
  • National Science Teaching Association

Certification

Tennessee DOE| Biology, Chemistry, General Science (1994-2025)

South Carolina DOE| Biology, Chemistry (2023-2028)

Virginia DOE | Chemistry (2024-2034)

Timeline

Certified Virtual Science Teacher

Fullmind
01.2025 - Current

STEM Educator, MTeach, College of Arts and Sciences

Middle Tennessee State University
01.2018 - 01.2022

Science Teacher

Independence High School
01.2015 - 01.2018

Science Teacher

Spring Hill Magnet High School
01.2014 - 01.2015

STEM Educator, Tigers Teach, College of Arts and Sciences

University of Memphis
01.2010 - 01.2013

Instructor, Instruction and Curriculum Leadership

College of Education
01.2009 - 01.2010

M.A.T. - Biology Education

Furman University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Furman University

Ph.D. - Interdisciplinary Science Education

Middle Tennessee State University

Certification - Instructional Coaching

Lipscomb University

K-12 EDUCATOR LICENSURE

  • Tennessee Department of Education Areas: General Science, Biology, and Chemistry 1994-2025
  • South Carolina Department of Education Areas: Biology and Chemistry 2023-2028
  • Virginia Department of Education Areas: Chemistry 2024-2034

Additional Science Teaching Roles

  • Taught Biology, Integrated Science, and Chemistry across multiple high schools in SC, TN, and CA.
  • Developed lab-based curricula and mentored students for science fairs and Advanced Placement courses.
  • AP Biology Reader
Andrea Ellis Reeder