Caitlin Engle
Norwalk
Summary
Dedicated Science Educator with extensive experience in implementing engaging lesson plans and innovative teaching strategies. Committed to enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary projects and hands-on learning experiences.
Dynamic IGEP Coordinator and received the Program of Excellence distinction from the CT Department of Education for enhancing global engagement in education.
Developed comprehensive IGE Pathway culminating project standards, rubric, and facilitation program to enhance student culminating globally-focused projects.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Educator
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2003 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Utilized interactive technology to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for instructional improvement.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, providing accommodation & modification for students with exceptional learning needs.
IGEP Coordinator (Norwalk High School)
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Initiated, developed, and integrated the Interdisciplinary Global Engagement Pathway into the programming at Norwalk High School for Norwalk Public Schools
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for international tours, ensuring diversity in destinations, pricing, and timelines, and increasing staff participation and school engagement across disciplines.
- Developed and maintained communication channels between district & school-based staff, parents, and students to enhance information flow.
- Implemented training programs and mentorship for new international tour staff leads, fostering cultural competencies, improving tour safety and travel support systems.
- Developed IGEP Travel Scholarship program & application, securing over $50,000 in grant funding for student travel from 2022-2025.
- Awarded distinction of Program of Excellence from the CT Department of Education for 2022-23 & 2023-24 school years.
Norwalk STEM Travelers Advisor
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
- Develop both short- and long-term travel programming to include diversity in destination across price-points
- Facilitated regular meetings to develop country-specific cultural competencies, address travel concerns, and motivate members to be engaged and safe travelers.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with country-specific information, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Managed club budget effectively, allocating funds appropriately for various projects and events.
EF Global Education Ambassador
Education First
09.2011 - Current
- Mentored new group leaders, providing guidance on effective communication and outreach techniques.
- Led professional development workshops on International Training Tours for new group leaders highlighting effective recruitments strategies, tour safety techniques, and on-tour logistics
Technology Coach
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2023
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on innovative technology to integrate into the classroom.
- Mentored educators, providing guidance on teaching strategies and classroom management with technology.
- Led initiatives to integrate technology into the classroom for improved learning outcomes.
Education
No Degree - Special Education Cross Edorsement
Fairfield University
Fairfield, Connecticut, CT08-2014
Master of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Secondary Education
Roger Williams University
Bristol, Rhode Island, RI05-2003
Skills
- Interdisciplinary leadership & coordination across school departments and programs
- Program development and assessment
- Decision-making
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- CT Teaching Certificates in 030 (Biology) & 034 (General Science)
Timeline
IGEP Coordinator (Norwalk High School)
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Technology Coach
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2023
EF Global Education Ambassador
Education First
09.2011 - Current
Norwalk STEM Travelers Advisor
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2008 - Current
Science Educator
Norwalk Public Schools
08.2003 - Current
No Degree - Special Education Cross Edorsement
Fairfield University
Master of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Secondary Education
Roger Williams University