Brenna Sweeney
Edgewater,MD
Summary
Dynamic educator and curriculum developer with diverse experience working with students from Kindergarten through 10th grade. Proven ability to enhance student learning through creative and effective lesson planning. Skilled writer and researcher, producing engaging and comprehensive academic content to support student growth. Collaborative mindset with sharp critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Writer
BookPagez
11.2023 - Current
- Develop literacy curriculum for children's literature that promotes critical thinking skills
- Design comprehension questions and assessments
- Create engaging phonics, vocabulary, and enrichment activities for students
- Collaborate with head editor on new projects and initiatives
- Edit content for spelling and grammatical accuracy
Education Consultant
Capital Kids Tutoring LLC
07.2022 - Current
- Deliver professional development presentations to school faculty
- Mentor new teachers
- Provide academic resources to educators
- Research best practices for academic interventions
- Network educators with local special education services
Remediation and Intervention Specialist
Capital Kids Tutoring LLC
07.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement individualized remediation and intervention plans for students 1st through 8th grade
- Monitor student progress and provided feedback to teachers, parents, and administrators
- Conduct assessments to evaluate student progress and modify curriculum accordingly
- Collaborate with parents and fellow educators
- Create curriculum for summer reading programs and back-to-school programs
- Provide resources and recommendations for support services for students with disabilities
First and Second Grade Language Arts Teacher
Washington New Church School
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed curriculum for first and second grade language arts classes, including reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary
- Taught lessons in grammar, spelling, and reading to first and second graders
- Assessed student progress using standardized tests and classroom observation
- Participated in professional development activities to stay up to date on best practices in language arts education
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Washington New Church School
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Taught 7th and 8th grade language arts and social studies classes to a diverse student population
- Developed and implemented creative lesson and unit plans that engaged students, encouraged critical thinking and met state curriculum standards
- Established a positive learning environment that enabled students to reach their full potential
- Assessed student performance on an ongoing basis and provided timely and effective feedback
- Collaborated with faculty and parents to develop personalized curriculum based on individual student needs
Assistant
Erin J Stillman
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Provided both personal and professional assistance
- Managed a team of student-workers
- Scheduled and delegated tasks
- Supported teachers in creating curricular activities, grading tests and papers, and managing students
- Helped plan and facilitate events, initiatives, and extracurricular activities
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents and other professionals
- Lead and organized curricular projects for K-12th grades
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Bryn Athyn College
Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania07-2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood and Special Education
Bryn Athyn College
Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania05-2019
Skills
- Collaborative mindset
- Effective and efficient communicator
- Trained in differentiated instruction
- Creative lesson and unit planning
- Ability to organize and execute projects effectively
- Strong writing, editing, and grammatical skills
- Experienced in research
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Accomplishments
- Women's Lacrosse Coach's Award Denise Roessler May 2017- Awarded for athletic performance and leadership.
- Women's Lacrosse Coach's Award Denise Roessler May 2018
- Scholar-Athlete Award Bryn Athyn College Athletics Department May 2017- Awarded for exceptional academic and athletic performance.
- Theta Alpha Scholarship Theta Alpha International January 2018- A merit-based scholarship for female educators.
- Theta Alpha Scholarship Theta Alpha International January 2019
- Washington New Church School Board Member July 2024
Timeline
Curriculum Writer
BookPagez
11.2023 - Current
Education Consultant
Capital Kids Tutoring LLC
07.2022 - Current
Remediation and Intervention Specialist
Capital Kids Tutoring LLC
07.2021 - Current
7th and 8th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Washington New Church School
07.2020 - 06.2021
First and Second Grade Language Arts Teacher
Washington New Church School
07.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant
Erin J Stillman
01.2015 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Special Education
Bryn Athyn College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood and Special Education
Bryn Athyn College
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