Dependable Biology Instructor with over 10 years of experience teaching in college, high school, and middle school settings. Polished in curriculum mapping and providing detailed lessons to help students gain well-rounded scientific education. In-depth knowledge of various teaching strategies, including active learning, cooperative learning and distance learning. Expertise in cell biology, microbiology and human anatomy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Instructor Health Sciences
High Tech High - San Diego
San Diego, CA
01.2015 - Current
Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning, incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.
Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivJessicag engaging subject matter.
Led and prepared lectures for nursing program prerequisite classes, including microbiology (205), anatomy and physiology (201/202), and cell biology (181) courses.
Probed, encouraged and facilitated class discussions by building discussions into lessons, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation and actively solicit input.
High School Science Teacher
John Glenn School Corporation
Walkerton, IN
08.2016 - Current
Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over 160 high school students.
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with diffJessicag ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
Assessed student comprehension through regular formative assessments.
Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
AVID Coordinator
Page Unified School District #8
City, STATE
05.2013 - Current
Evaluated program and monitored school wide implementation and compliance with program requirements.
Facilitated development of program structure within 4 elective classrooms to formulate and implement school and program goals.
Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
Maintained program files, records, databases and websites to gather research and prepare and submit site data and CCI reports.
Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and participated in managing budgets to support educational program and curriculum.
Middle School Science Teacher
Page Unified School District #8
City, STATE
08.2011 - 05.2016
Instructed classes of up to 35 students on principles and strategies of biology, chemistry, and physics.
Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
Worked in team-based environment with junior teachers, specialists and administrators to provide best education for students of all skill levels.
Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
Understood critical development years for adolescent minds and structured lessons to meet cognitive abilities.
Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with diffJessicag ability levels and varied learning modalities.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
University Of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University Of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
Skills
Molecular biology, microbiology, and anatomy/physiology
Instructional design
Educational research
Staff Development
Curriculum Development
Relationship-Building
Research Abilities
Prevention Strategies
Technology integration
Accomplishments
Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of curriculum and pacing guides.
Used G Suite for Education and other online tools to develop interactive, engaging, and rigorous learning .
Teacher at Cathedral Catholic High School / University of San Diego High SchoolTeacher at Cathedral Catholic High School / University of San Diego High School