Elizabeth Masciale-Walmer
Washington Boro,PA
Summary
Former professor and current catechist with experience in literacy, teacher education, mentoring, and program design. Strengths include constructivist teaching, Montessori faith formation, and collaborative program support. Focus on continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
Overview
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Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Catechist, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Historic St. Mary's Church
Lancaster, PA
2021.08 - Current
- Cultivate Montessori-based faith formation environment (atrium) for children ages 6–9 and 9–12, fostering silent prayer, contemplation, and deeper engagement with Scripture and liturgy.
- Develop tactile, age-appropriate scriptural and liturgical materials, enhancing learning experiences with dioramas, altar works, timelines and models.
- Offer multisensory presentations centered on Kerygma and sacramental preparation.
- Facilitate program growth by mentoring new catechists and providing outreach and educational support to the parish.
Lead Catechist
St. Mary's Historic Church
Lancaster, PA
2015.08 - 2021.06
- Modeled church traditions, respectful conduct, and gospel values to support students' faith development.
- Led prayer sessions, liturgy practice, and classroom discussions to support spiritual growth.
Associate Professor of English
Millersville University
Millersville, Pennsylvania
1996.08 - 2008.06
- Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in English education and composition. Designed syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments for deep understandings, strong skills and growth mindset.
- Mentored preservice and practicing teachers in research projects (including Honors and Masters theses, dissertation), conference presentations, and independent studies.
- Contributed to scholarship, conference presentations, and professional development activities.
- Participated in departmental and university committees, contributing to policy development and governance improvements.
Writing Center Consultant
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
1991.08 - 1996.05
- Participated in pioneering project of large-scale portfolio assessment as placement tool for all incoming students.
- Supported University of Michigan students with draft development, prompt analysis, and revision strategies as writing center tutor.
Teacher, English Department
Fairfield Preparatory School
Fairfield, CT
1986.08 - 1990.05
- Taught English Language Arts to high school boys through classroom discussion and guided practice.
- Started school-wide writing center and peer tutor program to support collaboration and strengthen student writing skills.
- Collaborated with faculty on writing across curriculum, authentic assessments, and program development.
- Served within Jesuit community centered on growth of the whole person and values of "men and women for and with others."
Education
Ph.D. - English And Education
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI1996-05
Master of Arts in Teaching - English And Education
Brown University
Providence, RI1986-05
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN1985-05
Skills
Constructivist pedagogy
Montessori catechesis
Literacy and teacher education
Program design
Lifelong learning practices
Affiliations
- Advisory Council, Lancaster County Sheepfold for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd 2020-now
- Board of Trustees, Lancaster Shakespeare Theater 2020-2023
- Board of Trustees, New School of Lancaster 2015-2020
- Chair, Strategic Communications Committee, New School of Lancaster 2016-2018
- Chair, Family Association, New School of Lancaster 2013-2015
Certification
- Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Certification Levels I-III, 2021-2026
- Klingenstein Institute for Early Career Teachers, Teachers College of Columbia University, Summer 1988
Timeline
Lead Catechist, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Historic St. Mary's Church
2021.08 - Current
Lead Catechist
St. Mary's Historic Church
2015.08 - 2021.06
Associate Professor of English
Millersville University
1996.08 - 2008.06
Writing Center Consultant
University of Michigan
1991.08 - 1996.05
Teacher, English Department
Fairfield Preparatory School
1986.08 - 1990.05
Ph.D. - English And Education
University of Michigan
Master of Arts in Teaching - English And Education
Brown University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Notre Dame