Casandra Shurtleff
Groton,NY
Summary
Dynamic historian with a proven track record at Homer Central School District and the State University of New York, adept in instructional leadership and community relations. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative project-based learning and effective communication. Recognized for developing primary source based curriculum resources that support diverse learning needs, fostering critical thinking and collaboration among students, faculty, and the community.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching Supervisor
State University of New York, College at Cortland
09.2000 - Current
- Supervised student teachers, ensuring adherence to educational standards and best practices.
- Evaluated teaching performance through observations, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum objectives with primary sources, state educational requirements and learning outcomes.
- Implemented innovative approaches to improve student engagement and learning effectiveness in supervised classrooms.
- Assisted teachers in modifying instructional techniques to accommodate diverse learners, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed training materials and resources to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars on effective teaching methodologies and assessment strategies.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Homer Central School District
09.1994 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lessons using local, state, and national primary sources aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Evaluated student performance through various assessment methods to track academic progress.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and diverse perspectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects enhancing critical thinking skills.
- Designed, organized, and executed over 20 complex educational field studies to significant historical sites across New York State and the Eastern United States (e.g., Gettysburg, Philadelphia, Boston, Washington, D.C., and numerous New York State archives and museums).
- Managed all logistical aspects, including budget allocation, transportation, scheduling, and curriculum integration, all while ensuring student engagement with primary source material and lived history in diverse environments.
- Developed pre- and post-trip curricular materials, maximizing the educational impact of site visits and translating historical locations into accessible, grade-appropriate context for student research.
Adjunct Professor of History
State University Of New York College At Cortland
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed engaging curriculum for history courses promoting primary sources, critical thinking and historical analysis.
- Facilitated interactive discussions, enhancing student understanding of complex historical concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored students in research methodologies, guiding them in academic writing and sourcing reliable materials.
Student Teacher Supervisor
Wells College
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Supervised training programs for student teachers, ensuring adherence to educational standards and best practices.
- Developed curriculum resources to enhance instructional strategies and support diverse learning needs.
- Mentored student teachers through classroom observations, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Collaborated with faculty to align teacher training initiatives with institutional goals and accreditation requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Social Studies
State University of New York, College At Cortland
Cortland, NYMaster of Arts - Literacy
State University of New York, College At Cortland
CortlandSkills
- Instructional leadership
- Community relations
- Educational research
- Project-based learning
- Subject matter expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Student engagement
- Creativity in teaching
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of History
State University Of New York College At Cortland
08.2023 - 01.2024
Student Teacher Supervisor
Wells College
09.2008 - 06.2009
Student Teaching Supervisor
State University of New York, College at Cortland
09.2000 - Current
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Homer Central School District
09.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Social Studies
State University of New York, College At Cortland
Master of Arts - Literacy
State University of New York, College At Cortland