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Eileen Finney

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Innovative educator with extensive background in Mathematics and STEM education. Expertise in research-based curriculum development utilizing Universal Design for Learning principles. Engage students with innovative teaching strategies. Proficient in creating authentic assessments that facilitate knowledge transfer.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mathematics Teacher/ Math Interventionist

Crossroads Middle School
Grand Rapids, Michigan
08.2024 - Current

Highlights:

  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning styles.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
  • Implemented targeted, research-based strategies to enhance student success.
  • Analyzed state assessment data to pinpoint intervention areas.
  • Monitored student progress records, applying data-driven insights for intervention plan improvements.
  • Promoted a growth mindset by celebrating incremental achievements and emphasizing effort.

Math Interventionist

Byron Center West Middle School
Byron Center, Michigan
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Analyzed data to identify areas for improvement in student performance and implemented targeted intervention strategies.
  • Worked closely with core teachers to create personalized learning experiences for all students.
  • Developed interactive learning materials to enhance student engagement and develop key skills.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to enhance mathematical understanding.

Faculty Advisor STEM InvenTeam

The Archer School for Girls
Los Angeles, CA
08.2018 - 06.2022

Highlights:

  • Partnered with engineering faculty to focus on global and community issues through invention.
  • Project manager of the STEM Club initiative. Guided students' ideas for Hydra, a groundbreaking rooftop sprinkler system designed to detect and eliminate embers from wildfires, securing a $10K grant from Lemelson-MIT.
  • Facilitated team progress using a Gantt chart.

Mathematics Teacher

The Archer School for Girls
Los Angeles
04.2008 - 06.2022

Highlights

  • Developed and executed anIntegrated Mathematics curriculum certified by CA education system.
  • Implemented evidence-based strategies in collaboration with Stanford University to assess and integrate effective instructional techniques for enhanced learning experiences.
  • Cultivated a classroom atmosphere that valued and celebrated students from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

Master of Arts - Art of Teaching

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI

Skills

  • Building positive partnerships with students
  • Comprehensive training in social-emotional learning
  • Expert in research-based curriculum development and Understanding by Design
  • Meaningful collaboration with peer educators to develop highly engaging, purposeful learning
  • Teaching diverse learners

Certification

  • Elementary K-8 all subjects
  • English (BA) K-8
  • Mathematics (EX) K-8

Professional Development

  • Research for Better Teaching - Core Program
  • Handshake AI Fellowship
  • IXL Live - Administrator Workshop

Timeline

Mathematics Teacher/ Math Interventionist

Crossroads Middle School
08.2024 - Current

Math Interventionist

Byron Center West Middle School
08.2023 - 12.2023

Faculty Advisor STEM InvenTeam

The Archer School for Girls
08.2018 - 06.2022

Mathematics Teacher

The Archer School for Girls
04.2008 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology

University of Michigan

Master of Arts - Art of Teaching

Aquinas College
Eileen Finney