Claire Marie Hodgin
Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced with curriculum planning and development, ensuring alignment with educational standards. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes. Knowledge of project management and team leadership in educational setting.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
K–12 Science Curriculum Coordinator
Manor Independent School District
09.2014 - Current
- Support K–12 science educators in curriculum alignment, instructional strategies, and assessment implementation
- Conduct classroom observations and walkthroughs as part of a cross-disciplinary team
- Collaborate with Special Education, Bilingual Education, Advanced Academics, and Instructional Technology departments to plan and deliver PD and develop assessment tools
- Assist schools in executing their Campus Improvement Plans using data analysis, resource alignment, and PD
- Develop district-wide curriculum tools including Pacing Guides, Instructional Focus Documents, CBAs, and an online Curriculum Dashboard
- Promote district initiatives such as one-to-one technology, project-based learning, and inquiry-based STEM instruction
- Direct Summer STEM programs: authoring grants, managing budgets, writing curriculum, hiring/training staff, and coordinating logistics and communication with families
Science Curriculum Instructional Coach/Coordinator
University Charter School
06.2006 - 09.2014
- Coached K–12 teachers in implementing inquiry-based science curriculum
- Led safety and PD initiatives, and designed assessments across grade levels
- Modeled lessons to demonstrate effective inquiry-based instruction for teachers and administrators
Data Analyst, NSF BLOCKS Grant
University of Texas – College of Education
03.2012 - 11.2012
Teaching Assistant, Fundamentals of Statistics
University of Texas – College of Education
08.2009 - 12.2009
Master Teacher / Science Specialist
UTeach / Dell Center for New Teacher Success
03.2004 - 06.2006
- Mentored 20+ secondary science teachers through induction in AISD
- Principal Investigator on teacher retention research
- Designed and led PD for new educators with a STEM/inquiry focus
Regional Science Specialist
Texas Rural Systemic Initiative
08.2000 - 03.2004
- Delivered science instructional support to educators across 11 rural school districts
- Organized professional learning sessions and model lessons for stakeholders
- Managed remote office operations including scheduling, budgets, and compliance reporting
Middle School Science, Math, and Computer Teacher
St. Ignatius Martyr School
08.1997 - 05.2000
Elementary Teacher (Grades 2–5)
Creative World Merit Academy
08.1992 - 05.1997
6th Grade Teacher
Austin Independent School District
08.1990 - 05.1992
Kindergarten Teacher
EduCare
08.1988 - 07.1990
Middle School Science & Math Teacher
Perry Academy
08.1987 - 06.1988
Physical Science Teacher, Milby High School
Houston ISD
08.1986 - 06.1987
PK–4 Teacher
Johnson Schools
10.1982 - 08.1986
Education
Ph.D. - Science Education
The University of Texas at Austin
05.2014
M.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies
Southwest Texas State University
12.1998
B.A. - Psychology
The University of Texas at Austin
05.1982
Skills
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Teaching strategies
- Teacher training
- Project-based learning
- Formative assessment
- Inquiry-based learning
- Curriculum development
- Professional development
- Classroom management
- Science instruction
- Standards alignment
Accomplishments
Planned and implemented an Elementary STEM Camp for nine years.
Supervised and teachers, paraprofessionals, interns, and instructional coaches for STEM and Robotics Camps.
Planned and coordinated the district-wide science curriculum adoption process from initial meetings to the purchase of materials.
Implemented telescope building project with teachers and students.
Collaborated with a team to prepare and present professional development sessions on instructional coaching, PLCs, classroom management, and implementing observations.
Certification
- Principal (EC–12), 08/15/15
- Elementary Self-Contained (Grades 1–8), 03/06/90
- Secondary Physical Science (Grades 6–12), 06/15/86
- Secondary Psychology (Grades 6–12), 06/15/86
Professional Development Highlights
- Mini-CAST, Central TX Science Educators Conference, 2018–2019, Agenda Chair & Facilities Co-chair
- Manor ISD, 2014–Present, Designed and presented curriculum-based PD for K–12 teachers
- SPARC Program, 2010–2014, Led workshops integrating STEM and inquiry for K–12
- Convention for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST), 1993–2022, Delivered sessions on astronomy, moon phases, sound, and ecology
- National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Conventions, 1995–2013, Presented on bat conservation, telescope building, and STEM integration
- GEMS Associate, 2003–2014, Delivered statewide training on Great Explorations in Math and Science
Affiliations
- National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
- Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)
- Texas Council of Elementary Science (TCES – former Vice President & Treasurer)
- Texas Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers (TSAAPT)
- Texas Earth Science Teachers Association (TESTA)
- Texas Science Education Leadership Association (TSELA)
Awards
“Shining Star” Professional Employee of the Year, Manor ISD (2018–2019)
Manor Schoolhouse Foundation Grant Recipient (2018–2025) – Summer STEM, ADI, Telescope Building
Nominee, Science Teachers Association of Texas, Science Supervisor of the Year (2019)
MSHF Grants Recipient (2018–Present) – $5,000–$45,000 for STEM & Robotics Camps
PAEMST Evaluator (2017–2018) – Participated in online and in-person award evaluations
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Work Type
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K–12 Science Curriculum Coordinator
Manor Independent School District
09.2014 - Current
Data Analyst, NSF BLOCKS Grant
University of Texas – College of Education
03.2012 - 11.2012
Teaching Assistant, Fundamentals of Statistics
University of Texas – College of Education
08.2009 - 12.2009
Science Curriculum Instructional Coach/Coordinator
University Charter School
06.2006 - 09.2014
Master Teacher / Science Specialist
UTeach / Dell Center for New Teacher Success
03.2004 - 06.2006
Regional Science Specialist
Texas Rural Systemic Initiative
08.2000 - 03.2004
Middle School Science, Math, and Computer Teacher
St. Ignatius Martyr School
08.1997 - 05.2000
Elementary Teacher (Grades 2–5)
Creative World Merit Academy
08.1992 - 05.1997
6th Grade Teacher
Austin Independent School District
08.1990 - 05.1992
Kindergarten Teacher
EduCare
08.1988 - 07.1990
Middle School Science & Math Teacher
Perry Academy
08.1987 - 06.1988
Physical Science Teacher, Milby High School
Houston ISD
08.1986 - 06.1987
PK–4 Teacher
Johnson Schools
10.1982 - 08.1986
M.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies
Southwest Texas State University
B.A. - Psychology
The University of Texas at Austin
Ph.D. - Science Education
The University of Texas at Austin
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