Corinna Lee
Basehor,KS
Summary
An innovative and highly qualified science educator with extensive experience in teaching and leading a team.
Expertise in curriculum and assessment design, course planning, design thinking, and project-based learning. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders, and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver. Confident and poised in interactions with students and professionals at all levels. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Recognized for dedication and the ability to achieve results. Exceptional leader and mentor with skills to motivate individual performance from individuals. Dedicated to developing student academic/employee professional growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade Integrated Science Educator
Basehor-Linwood Middle School
2021.08 - Current
- Incorporate rigorous, higher-level Bloom's using project-based learning into each lesson, with outcomes showing growth in learning.
- Utilize diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Built a variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Collaborate with teams of educators to collaborate in our professional learning community.
- Cultivate positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Utilize data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Administer and interpret assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Create interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
Project Manager and Co-Owner
MCSquared LLC
2006.01 - Current
- Manage 10 or more residential rental properties.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and take corrective action as needed.
- Coordinate various financial transactions for finance compliance processes.
- Plan, design and schedule phases for large projects.
- Meet project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Develop and initiate projects, manage costs, and monitor performance.
- Schedule and facilitate meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
8th Grade Earth Science Educator
Lansing Middle School
2011.08 - 2021.08
- Continuously revised and adapted grade-level curriculum and assessments for Next Generation Science Standards including engineering practices aligned with the curriculum.
- Developed and implemented life-relevant lessons and science units integrating STEM learning protocols.
- Incorporated use of technology, science investigations, and cognitive strategies.
- Designed and taught engaging lessons focused on earth, environmental, and engineering sciences.
- Utilized various programs to monitor student performance and ensure growth in learning.
- Effective classroom management while effectively promoting mutual respect within a productive environment.
- Interacted professionally with colleagues and administrators individually and collectively.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide the best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Client Account Manager/Licensed Agent
State Farm Insurance
2004.01 - 2011.01
- Developed and implemented staff training protocols.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional teams, and other teams nationally to maintain a consistent message and experience.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Developed new employees and ongoing performance assessments of current employees.
- Managed daily, monthly, and annual financial reconciliation reports.
- Handled confidential matters with utmost integrity.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired employees and implemented a mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Team Leader
Time Warner Cable
1996.10 - 2004.02
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Led a team of 40 customer service specialists.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Implemented quality management training policies, procedures, and protocols
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Facilitated meetings with senior team members and department supervisors.
Education
Professional Teaching License - Middle School Science
KSDE
Ed.S. Education Innovation and Leadership -
Ft Hays State University
05.2024
M.A., Teaching and Learning -
Avila University
01.2013
B.S., Business Management -
Baker University
01.2003
A.A., Liberal Arts -
KCKCC
01.2000
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Design
- STEM Programs
- Technology Integration
- Design Thinking
- Progress Evaluations
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
- Instructional Planning
- Documentation and Reporting
- Student Engagement
- Project-based Learning
Professional Accomplishments
- Rated consistently as a highly effective educator demonstrating superior content knowledge, exceptional organization, and communication.
- Recognized for the creation and implementation of a new 8th-grade science curriculum, scope and sequence, and curriculum map.
- Recently developed and implemented a new innovative project-based learning curriculum.
- Proven leadership serving on committees including Innovative Learning Team, Building Leadership Team, Site Council, Technology Implementation Team, Behavior Leadership Team, and Science Department Teacher Leader.
- Nominated for New Teacher of the Year
- Produced student finalists for an International Space Mission Project including experiments to enter space.
- Three-year participant in Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains Competition.
- Multi-year attendee for Science Pioneers and NSTA conferences.
Volunteer Experience
- Head Middle School Volleyball Coach
- Track Coach
- Journalism Sponsor
- Middle School Cross Country Coach
- Youth Girls Softball Assistant Coach
- 4H Adult Helper
- Site Council Member
- PTA Member
- Elementary Room Mother
- International Honor Society Member
- Equestrian Event Volunteer and Participant
- Senior Project Graduation Committee President
Timeline
8th Grade Integrated Science Educator
Basehor-Linwood Middle School
2021.08 - Current
8th Grade Earth Science Educator
Lansing Middle School
2011.08 - 2021.08
Project Manager and Co-Owner
MCSquared LLC
2006.01 - Current
Client Account Manager/Licensed Agent
State Farm Insurance
2004.01 - 2011.01
Team Leader
Time Warner Cable
1996.10 - 2004.02
Professional Teaching License - Middle School Science
KSDE
Ed.S. Education Innovation and Leadership -
Ft Hays State University
M.A., Teaching and Learning -
Avila University
B.S., Business Management -
Baker University
A.A., Liberal Arts -
KCKCC
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