Janel Vecsi

Currently teaches 7th grade World Geography and 11th grade Advanced Placement U.S. History. Formerly taught 9th grade Honors World History from 2007-2023. Former Social Studies department chair from 2013-21. Develops a rigorous and challenging curriculum to help foster the development of well-rounded students through assiduous projects and activities to include writing skills and leadership skills. Creates a variety of social studies lesson to a diverse group of students. Maintains a well-organized and positive classroom environment. Current sponsor of DOSA (Desi Organization of South Asia). Class sponsor from 2009-2021 planning events and maintaining records. Former sponsor of Masterman's Student Government (2009-2017), ACA (Asian Cultural Association 2017-2021) Masterman Debate team (2007-2009),

Current Active Athletic Director for various Winter and Spring Seasons from 2012-2024Collaborated with the Director of Athletics in all aspects of the Athletic Department and was instrumental in acting as the "administrator in charge" during each winter sports season when the Director of Athletics fulfilled his coaching duties. Maintained security at home events, developed working relationship with parents and help to fundraise for a new scoreboard in the gymnasium. Built relationships with student-athletes and advocated for their participation in leadership positions. Former coach of the High School Girls Junior Varsity Volleyball from 2019-2023 where I am highly qualified and Assistant Coach of the High School Track and Field team from 2012-2017. Coached and ran with the Head Coach of the Middle School Track team from 2008-2010

I have my NFHS Level 2 Certification rating.

I maintain my certification in First Aid, CPR, Concussion and Cardic training.

Created and led practices for highly competitive swimmers to ensure they learned proper techniques and fundamentals in order to become successful in the sport of swimming. Handled emergencies and first aid problems that occurred. Supervised the team during practices, meets, and team travel to swim meets throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region leading up to Junior Olympics. Created line ups for swim meets and help swimmers achieve their goals. Provided private lessons for swimmers as needed. Red Cross Certified in Water Safety Instruction.

Albright Learn to Swim program provided an opportunity for babies, toddlers and young adolescent to learn how to swim and provide water safety. Hired the swim instructors,created schedules and collaborated with the aquatics director on paperwork and certificates.

Taught 7th grade Ancient Civilization

Created a Behavior program for 6th-8th grade students. Worked closely with the special education department to ensure students needs were being met. Member of the Action Plan Committee helping to develop differentiated instruction plans for social studies in the middle school. Middle school member of the Curriculum Council.

Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities. Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities. Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.

Taught 9th grade Citizenship, 10th grade World History and 11th grade US History. Provided research for a new US history curriculum.