Colleen Sousa
Epping,NH
Summary
Passionate educator looking to move into curriculum leadership. Diverse background teaching various grades across New England schools before settling down to raise a family. In the classroom, prioritizing a secure learning community with mutual support is paramount. Strong advocate for fostering innovative thinking and celebrating creativity. With over three decades in education, resume highlights the last 17 years: chairing academic teams, serving as the district's art curriculum leader, and playing a pivotal role as the team leader for Unified Arts teachers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Art Teacher
School Administrative Unit 21
2017.08 - Current
- Taught classes for visual arts.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate art of each child.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Tutored students in math.
- Started a monthly school assembly that celebrates model students and collegiality.
- Started a Staff Spirit Squad to celebrate and support colleagues.
Middle School Math Teacher
School Administrative Unit 21
2010.08 - 2017.06
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Math department chair
Fifth Grade Teacher
School Administrative Unit 21
2007.08 - 2010.06
- Communicated realistic and consistent expectations for student behavior and employed fair strategies to resolve problems.
- Assisted students in developing self-assessment skills and personal studying techniques.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies - Curriculum Leadership
02.2024
Master of Education - Elementary Education
06.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
06.1991
Skills
- Continuous Learning and Development
- Problem-Solving
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Math and Elementary Education Expertise
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Art Education Expertise
- Team Management
- Community Building
- Educational l Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Progress Reporting
- Group and Individual Instruction
Timeline
Middle School Art Teacher - School Administrative Unit 21
2017.08 - Current
Middle School Math Teacher - School Administrative Unit 21
2010.08 - 2017.06
Fifth Grade Teacher - School Administrative Unit 21
2007.08 - 2010.06
Southern University New Hampshire - Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies, Curriculum Leadership
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Master of Education, Elementary Education
Elms College - Bachelor of Arts, Art Education
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