HELENE KRIEGSTEIN
Farmingdale,NY
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Curriculum Associate, K - 12
Jericho Union Free School District
01.2005 - Current
- Supervise and evaluate teachers of mathematics, K - 12
- Strengthen and sustain a shared vision for mathematics teaching and learning that is centered on creativity, problem solving, cognitive engagement, and transfer
- Ensure efficient, data-informed instructional leadership and responsible resource management.
- Conduct department meetings with elementary math specialists, Middle School Mathematics Teachers, High School Mathematics Teachers
- Provide training in curriculum development for all first year teachers
- Promote research-based best practices such as Building Thinking Classrooms, Differentiated Instruction, Standards-Based Grading, Understanding by Design
- Review Research and Development Projects in the mathematics department
- Support at-risk students through tailored action plans
- Foster a professional culture that values continuous growth, collaborative learning, and equitable instructional practices.
- Model ethical leadership and ensure fair, student-centered decisions across all areas of responsibility.
- Advocate for strong mathematics programming while remaining responsive to the broader educational landscape.
- Participate on Middle School Shared Decision Making Team, Professional Development Committee, Technology/AI Committee
Mathematics Teacher
Cold Spring Harbor School District
09.1998 - 12.2003
- Taught Precalculus and Algebra II (formerly Sequential III)
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education
- Conducted staff development across the district
- Mentored new teachers and student teachers by sharing resources and providing guidance on effective instructional strategies, contributing to their success in the classroom
- Used data-driven instruction to tailor lesson plans, maximizing individual student growth and achievement
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers, sharing best practices and innovative teaching methods
Education
School District Administrator -
State University of New York - Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYMaster of Arts - Liberal Studies/ Concentration in Mathematics
State University of New York At Stony Brook
Stony BrookBachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
State University of New York At Oneonta
Oneonta, NYSkills
- MAC Associate at McTighe & Associates LLC
Staff Developer - Understanding by Design
- Association of Mathematics Supervisors of Long Island [AMSLI], past president and affiliate representative
Certification
- NYS School District Administrator, Permanent Certification
- NYS Mathematics, 7-12 Permanent Certification
Timeline
Mathematics Curriculum Associate, K - 12
Jericho Union Free School District
01.2005 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Cold Spring Harbor School District
09.1998 - 12.2003
School District Administrator -
State University of New York - Stony Brook
Master of Arts - Liberal Studies/ Concentration in Mathematics
State University of New York At Stony Brook
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education
State University of New York At Oneonta
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