Lauren Sheehan
172 Harrison Rd., Cheshire,CT
Summary
Passionate about the journey of scientific discovery, self-directed and enthusiastic high school biology teacher seeking position to lead and inspire students. Skilled in designing motivating, innovative, enriching, and challenging lessons that cater to unique interests and needs of students. Teaching high school science goes beyond imparting scientific facts and theories; it involves cultivating critical thinking skills, empowering students to advocate for themselves, and encouraging exploration of the world around them.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Educator (Biology)
North Branford High School
09.2014 - Current
- Planned and taught the following NGSS courses: Biology (Honors, College Prep, and General levels)
- Planned and taught the following elective courses: AP Biology, Forensic Science (CP and G), Environmental Science (G), PLTW Biomedical Science (CP), Human Anatomy and Physiology (H And CP)
- Member of the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) committee (2024-present)
- Member of the Making Thinking Visible (MTV) committee (2024-present)
- Member of the Attendance Appeals Committee (2019-present)
- Co-advisor Environmental Science Club (2015-2020)
Secondary Educator (Biology)
Canton High School
08.2009 - 06.2014
- Taught and planned courses in Honors, Academic, and Advanced Placement levels of Biology and elective Zoology, Botany, and Anatomy/Physiology courses
- Student Council Advisor (2012-2013)
Student Teacher
North Branford High School
01.2009 - 04.2009
Graduate Intern
Lyman Hall High School
09.2007 - 06.2008
Research Associate III-Protein Sciences Laboratory
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
09.2005 - 07.2007
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Chairperson
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
01.1999 - 07.2007
Research Assistant II-Molecular Biology Laboratory
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
06.2002 - 08.2005
Vivarium Manager
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
09.1996 - 06.2002
- Non-voting consultant for the Institutional Bio-safety Committee
- Member of the Employee Recognition Committee
Certified Veterinary Technician
Valley Veterinary Hospital
09.1993 - 08.1996
Education
Master of Science - Biology
University of Nebraska
Kearney, NE (online)12.2024
Master of Education -
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, Connecticut05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven/Hamden, Connecticut05.2002
Associate of Science - Animal Science
Becker College
Leicester, Massachusetts05.1993
Certification
- Professional Teaching Certificate-State of CT
- 030-Biology 2009
- 034- General Science 2014
- Google Certified Educator Levels 1 and 2, 2021
- AALAS ALAT certification, 1993
- CAAHT Certified Animal Health Technician, 1995
- AALAS LAT certification, 1999
Affiliations
- National Science Teacher Association (NSTA)
- Connecticut Science Teacher Association (CSTA)
- National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT)
- Phi Theta Kappa
- North American Veterinary Technician Association
- Sierra Club
Professional Development
- AP Biology Online Workshop, 2025
- Help Your Students Master the Next Generation Science Standards: Practical Strategies and the Best, New Tools (Grades 6-12), 2025
- CSTA 2024 conference, 2024
- NGSS and Universal Design for Learning - Making Instruction in the New Science Standards Meaningful and Achievable for Diverse Learners (6-12), 2021
- Fund for Teachers grant recipient, 2018
- Why NGSS? Norwalk Maritime Aquarium, 2018
- Next Generation Science Standards Assessment Development sessions, 2018
- CSTA 2017 conference, 2017
- Science Education Strategies Based on Neurobiology and Learning, 2013
- AP Biology Summer Workshops (1 week program due to updates in curriculum), 2013
- AP Biology Summer workshops (2 week program) Taft School, 2010
Timeline
Secondary Educator (Biology)
North Branford High School
09.2014 - Current
Secondary Educator (Biology)
Canton High School
08.2009 - 06.2014
Student Teacher
North Branford High School
01.2009 - 04.2009
Graduate Intern
Lyman Hall High School
09.2007 - 06.2008
Research Associate III-Protein Sciences Laboratory
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
09.2005 - 07.2007
Research Assistant II-Molecular Biology Laboratory
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
06.2002 - 08.2005
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) Chairperson
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
01.1999 - 07.2007
Vivarium Manager
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
09.1996 - 06.2002
Certified Veterinary Technician
Valley Veterinary Hospital
09.1993 - 08.1996
- Professional Teaching Certificate-State of CT
- 030-Biology 2009
- 034- General Science 2014
- Google Certified Educator Levels 1 and 2, 2021
- AALAS ALAT certification, 1993
- CAAHT Certified Animal Health Technician, 1995
- AALAS LAT certification, 1999
Master of Science - Biology
University of Nebraska
Master of Education -
Quinnipiac University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Southern Connecticut State University
Associate of Science - Animal Science
Becker College
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