Connor Lawson
25 May Street, Webster,NY
Summary
Student-centered educator with recent experience providing motivating instruction to secondary students, especially in Economics. Shifts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs. Caring, enthusiastic and professional, with demonstrated skills in building a safe, supportive and consistent environment where students want to engage in learning together. Eager to parlay teaching expertise to college level courses utilizing communication talents and content area knowledge. Skillful in planning high-level, student-driven instruction, facilitating discussions and planning hands-on activities to enhance learning and apply principles of economics to everyday life as a productive citizen.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global History 1/Economics Teacher
Wayne Central High School
09.2022 - Current
- Increased student understanding of economic principles by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lessons;utilized data-driven instructional approaches to identify areas of improvement and tailor teaching strategies for maximum impact on student outcomes
Social Studies Long Term Substitute
Wayne Central School District
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks for general and special education students.
Student Teaching
Corning Central School District
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed Global Humanities lesson plans for grade 7 classrooms, took detailed notes on impact and adapted methods based on results.
Student Teaching
Addison Central School District
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Taught Global II and Economics classes for two months, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Education
Master of Science - Education
State University of New York At Brockport
Rochester, New York05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Secondary History Education (7-12)
Mansfield University Of Pennsylvania
Mansfield, Pennsylvania12.2020
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Cultural awareness
- Interpersonal communication
- Approachable
- Proactive
- Growth Mindset
Accomplishments
- Earned Master of Science in Education degree with summa cum laude honors (May 2024)
- Three year average passing rate for Economics=93%
- Earned Bachelor of Science in Education degree with cum laude honors; graduated in 3.5 years (Dec 2020)
- Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Scholar Athlete (2017-2020)
Affiliations
- National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS)
- New York State United Teachers (NYSUT)
- National Education Association (NEA)
Certification
Secondary Social Studies, Gr. 7-12, New York
Secondary Social Studies, Gr. 7-12, Pennsylvania
Additional Information
- History Club Advisor, Wayne HS (2022-present)
- Coach for Modified Football, Modified Wrestling, and Varsity Track, Wayne CSD (2022-present)
Timeline
Global History 1/Economics Teacher
Wayne Central High School
09.2022 - Current
Social Studies Long Term Substitute
Wayne Central School District
12.2020 - 06.2022
Student Teaching
Corning Central School District
10.2020 - 12.2020
Student Teaching
Addison Central School District
08.2020 - 10.2020
Master of Science - Education
State University of New York At Brockport
Bachelor of Science - Secondary History Education (7-12)
Mansfield University Of Pennsylvania
Secondary Social Studies, Gr. 7-12, New York
Secondary Social Studies, Gr. 7-12, Pennsylvania
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