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Elizabeth Kriel

Biglerville,PA

Summary

Family and Consumer Sciences educator at Gettysburg Area School District, skilled in nutrition education and project-based learning. Successfully developed engaging curricula that enhanced student performance and fostered a positive classroom environment. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration, effectively addressing the needs of diverse learners, including high school athletes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family and Consumer Sciences High School Teacher

Gettysburg Area School District
Gettysburg, PA
09.2008 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans integrating real-world applications of family and consumer sciences and Food Literacy.
  • Facilitated hands-on learning experiences in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, and Sports Nutrition.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum alignment across grade levels and within state and national FCS Core Standards.
  • Evaluated student performance using diverse assessment methods to ensure educational effectiveness.

Education

Master of Science - Nutrition

Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Education

Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA
05-1991

Skills

  • Food Literacy proponent
  • Nutrition education
  • Instructional strategies
  • Continuous professional development
  • Project-based learning
  • Subset population work in mental health and high school athletes

Affiliations

Member of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN)

Member of the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS)

Certification

Family & Consumer Science (K-12th grade)

Social Sciences (7-12th Grade)

Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)

Timeline

Family and Consumer Sciences High School Teacher

Gettysburg Area School District
09.2008 - Current

Master of Science - Nutrition

Johnson & Wales University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Lock Haven University

Awards

Received the Unger/Stock Teacher of the Year for Secondary Education 

August, 2025

Elizabeth Kriel