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Heather Maigur

Quakertown,PA

Summary

Passionate teacher with extensive experience in Catholic education and ministry. Person-centered and service-oriented leader who is also an enthusiastic team player. Strong communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills. Committed to providing a joyful, challenging, and Christ-centered educational experience that calls student to excellence.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher | Theology • Holocaust/World Religions

Bethlehem Catholic High School
08.2018 - Current
  • Create and lead engaging, faith-centered lessons as a teacher of the following courses: Theology 11 - Sacramental and Moral Theology, Holocaust/World Religions, and Freshman Seminar
  • Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
  • Previously taught Theology 10 - Christology and Church History (both Honors & CP Level); Geometry
  • Attended ICLE's High School Leaders Conference at Martin Saints Classical High School in February 2023
  • Lead Bethlehem Catholic's Catholic Identity Committee, comprised of administrators, board members, and faculty
  • Collaborate with administration, board members, and fellow faculty as member of Bethlehem Catholic's Strategic Planning Committee for Middle States Accreditation
  • Moderate Bethlehem Catholic's Pro-Life Group and Mock Trial Team
  • Serve as a member of the Campus Ministry's Adult Retreat Team

Master Catechist | Marriage Prep Facilitator

Diocese Of Allentown
09.2013 - 03.2020
  • Taught catechetical certification classes for the diocese's school and PREP instructors through the Institute for Catechesis and Formation (ICF)
  • ICF Courses taught include The Sacraments, The Creed, and Christian Anthropology
  • Facilitated half-day and full-day instruction sessions for engaged couples through the diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office
  • Designed and delivered a three-part Marriage Enrichment Date Night Series for newly married couples

Teacher | Project Manager | Content Development

Kaplan Test Prep
08.2006 - Current
  • Guide high school, college, and non-traditional students through the rigorous process of standardized test preparation and empower them to reach their score goals
  • Specialize in the SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT exams, as well as College Essay Writing
  • Provide both classroom instruction and private tutoring for pre-college and grad students
  • Deliver presentations at marketing events to promote Kaplan's services
  • Named 2011 Teacher of the Year for region
  • Create and edit content for Kaplan's online and print resources, including the GED 2013 retail textbook, GRE Online Quizbank, 2016 SAT TEL (Teacher's Edition used company-wide as the standard for classroom teaching), and all TEAS Products created for the 2016 revision
  • From March 2017 through July 2018, served as interim faculty manager support admin, staffing all academic classes in the LA Suburbs and overseeing the assignments of 40+ faculty members and proctors
  • From March 2017 through July 2018, served as Project Manager for the Nursing Division's Content Development Team: created project timelines, oversaw budgets, recruited teams to create new print and online instructional resources for Kaplan’s Nursing Unit, liaised with all project stakeholders, including Executive Leadership, Marketing, Sales, Learning Science, Legal, and Publishing Teams

Senior Branding Consultant

LinkedIn Makeover
11.2014 - 09.2017

LinkedIn Makeover helps professionals and businesses in every industry optimize their LinkedIn profiles so that they can share their brands, build their networks, and get found on LinkedIn.

  • Crafted impactful LinkedIn profiles for high-level professionals and businesses around the world
  • Conducted interviews to understand each client's unique brand, voice, style, and goals
  • Counseled clients regarding branding and networking strategies that promote professional development and open new career opportunities
  • Researched a broad spectrum of professions and industries to ensure each profile’s relevance and visibility
  • Mentored developing consultants to ensure a high standard of customer service and product delivery

Youth Ministry Coordinator

Archdiocese Of Philadelphia
05.2002 - 07.2006

Cluster 77 was a community of four Catholic parishes in Pottstown, PA that shared their Youth Ministry and Catechetical programs and resources.

  • Created and developed youth ministry programs for both junior high and high school students
  • Recruited, trained, and coordinated volunteer youth ministers in each parish
  • Designed and implemented a core curriculum for a variety of age groups
  • Organized and participated in local, regional, diocesan, and national retreats and service opportunities
  • Built unique partnerships with local schools, charitable organizations, and faith communities

Education

Advanced Learning Seminar For Holocaust Education

Yad Vashem
Jerusalem, Israel
07.2023

Master of Arts - Systematic Theology

St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
Wynnewood, PA
01.2008

Bachelors of Art - English | Philosophy

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
05.2002

Skills

  • Faith-centered Teaching
  • Servant Leadership
  • Student Engagement
  • Experiential Learning
  • Community Building
  • Student-centered Learning

Skills Areas Of Expertise

  • The Sacraments
  • Christian Anthropology
  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Curriculum Design & Delivery
  • Online Course Facilitation

Volunteer Experience

  • Coordinator of St. Isidore Church Moms Group | 2007-Present
  • Cantor at St. Isidore Church in Quakertown, PA | 2012-Present
  • Volunteer at Upper Bucks Code Blue | 2017-Present
  • Coordinator of St. Isidore Church High School Youth Ministry | 2023-Present

Timeline

Teacher | Theology • Holocaust/World Religions

Bethlehem Catholic High School
08.2018 - Current

Senior Branding Consultant

LinkedIn Makeover
11.2014 - 09.2017

Master Catechist | Marriage Prep Facilitator

Diocese Of Allentown
09.2013 - 03.2020

Teacher | Project Manager | Content Development

Kaplan Test Prep
08.2006 - Current

Youth Ministry Coordinator

Archdiocese Of Philadelphia
05.2002 - 07.2006

Advanced Learning Seminar For Holocaust Education

Yad Vashem

Master of Arts - Systematic Theology

St. Charles Borromeo Seminary

Bachelors of Art - English | Philosophy

University of Scranton
Heather Maigur