Cassandra LaFaye
Vail,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Science Instructor with a proven track record at Vail and Marana School Districts, enhancing student engagement through inquiry-based learning and hands-on experiments. Skilled in lab safety protocols and classroom management, I successfully mentored students, fostering critical thinking and improving academic performance through tailored instructional strategies and collaborative curriculum development.
Qualified Chemistry teacher with solid background in science education. Demonstrated ability to develop engaging curricula and foster stimulating learning environment. Proven track record of utilizing critical thinking and effective communication skills to enhance student understanding.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Instructor
Vail School District
07.2024 - Current
- Provided additional support for struggling learners by offering after-school tutoring sessions focused on reinforcing key concepts from class instruction.
- Utilized various instructional techniques such as hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and multimedia presentations to enhance student engagement in scientific concepts.
- Implemented interactive learning activities to encourage active participation and critical thinking among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance by sharing insights gained from analyzing assessment data within the science department.
- Developed and refined curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and objectives for science education.
Chemistry Instructor
Marana Unified School District
07.2005 - 05.2024
- Mentored struggling students through personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex topics by incorporating engaging visual aids and hands-on experiments.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adapting instructional strategies to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a well-rounded education.
- Developed comprehensive curricula for chemistry courses, effectively covering essential concepts and principles.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Chemistry Club and Science Olympiad team, providing additional enrichment opportunities for interested students.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to apply chemistry concepts to real-world situations during class discussions and projects.
Education
Doctor of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
National University
La Jolla, CA07-2024
No Degree - Certification in Modeling Instruction For AMTA
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2018
No Degree - Certification To Teach Dual Enrollment Chemistry
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2016
Master of Arts - Science Education
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT05-2005
Skills
- Lab safety protocols
- Online teaching tools
- Student engagement
- Scientific literacy
- Inquiry-based learning
- Modeling scientific processes
- Real-world applications
Awards
2011-2012 UA/Circle K Outstanding High School Faculty Awards Program finalist
2023 PAEMST Arizona State Finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Certification
- State Teaching Certification or License - Arizona Department of Education.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification – American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Subject Area Content Knowledge Certifications – Chemistry and General Science Praxis Subject Assessments.
Timeline
Science Instructor
Vail School District
07.2024 - Current
Chemistry Instructor
Marana Unified School District
07.2005 - 05.2024
Doctor of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
National University
No Degree - Certification in Modeling Instruction For AMTA
Arizona State University
No Degree - Certification To Teach Dual Enrollment Chemistry
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Science Education
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences
Southern Utah University
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