Kelly Wilcox
Varysburg,NY
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Letchworth Central School District, excelling in curriculum development and STEM integration. Recognized for securing over $35,000 in grants and leading award-winning FFA initiatives. Adept at relationship building and fostering student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and community involvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Agriculture & Biology Teacher (Grades 9–12)
Letchworth Central School District
Gainesville, NY
01.2003 - Current
- Developed and implemented standards-aligned agriculture curriculum emphasizing hands-on learning and STEM integration.
- Advisor for active FFA, coached the state winning Agricultural Issues team.
- Assisted with the implementation of the CTE pathways within the Occupational Educational Department.
- Co-chaired Occupational Education Department, facilitating meetings and coordinating professional development.
- Initiated annual Agriculture Open House to enhance community engagement and showcase student achievements.
- Secured over $35,000 in grants for program enhancements, including hydroponics systems and school barn.
- Differentiated Living Environment curriculum to accommodate diverse learning needs among students.
- Served as liaison to Agricultural Advisory Board, strengthening school-community-industry partnerships.
Middle School Science Teacher (Grades 5–8)
Wyoming Central School District
Wyoming, NY
09.2002 - 01.2013
- - Taught middle school science and accelerated Living Environment Regents curriculum.
- - Achieved #1 ranking in WNY for Living Environment Regents scores (Buffalo Business First, 2010).
- - Developed engaging lessons aligned to NYS Learning Standards, integrating literacy and technology.
- - Led district initiatives including APPR development, CDEP planning, and Smart Board trainings.
- - Served on VEC regional curriculum writing team; delivered turnkey literacy and content strategy PD.
- - Class advisor for 10 years, planning fundraising, graduation ceremonies, and multi-day field trips.
- - Directed 7 school plays and co-chaired Student Council and Red Ribbon Week programming.
- - Coached the Eckerd Drug Quiz Team to state-level success, including a Final Four appearance in 2011.
- - Created and distributed a 'New Student' orientation brochure to support year-round student transitions.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Saint John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY06.2000
Associate of Science - Agricultural Science
SUNY Morrisville
Morrisville, NY06.1998
Skills
- Curriculum development and STEM integration
- Grant writing and event planning
- Technology integration and assessment
- Relationship management
- Curriculum delivery
- Adaptable teaching strategies
- Team collaboration
Certification
- NYS Professional Certification, Biology 7–12 – 2008-02
- NYS Professional Extension, General Science 7–12 – 2012-02
- NYS Professional Certification, Agriculture 7–12 – 2012-10
- NYS Certified Advanced EMT
- Certified 'Stop the Bleed' Instructor
Volunteer Experience
Varysburg Rescue Squad, Volunteer EMT, Varysburg, NY, 2012, Present, - Advanced EMT; train and mentor new EMS personnel., - Stop the Bleed Instructor – provide certified training in bleeding control techniques.
Timeline
High School Agriculture & Biology Teacher (Grades 9–12)
Letchworth Central School District
01.2003 - Current
Middle School Science Teacher (Grades 5–8)
Wyoming Central School District
09.2002 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Education
Saint John Fisher College
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Cornell University
Associate of Science - Agricultural Science
SUNY Morrisville
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