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Lindsay Ference Mahon

Lutherville-Timonium,MD

Summary

Collaborative and detail-oriented Educator with 11 years of teaching experience, including designing engaging and impactful learning experiences virtually and in-person for diverse learners. Skilled at developing content that addresses instructional objectives, tracking and analyzing data, and fostering student success. Experienced in leading teacher training sessions on emerging educational topics and facilitating meetings centered on improving student engagement. Uses organizational skills and time management to plan, develop, design, and implement instructional content. Experienced in developing e-learning and print resources that align with instructional objectives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Tutor

Self-Employed
06.2018 - Current
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement and growth mindset strategies.
  • Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
  • Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
  • Utilized online platforms including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet to facilitate tutoring sessions.


3rd grade teacher

Baltimore County Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Improved overall student learning outcomes in mathematics by 30% on unit assessments by tracking and analyzing student data.

5th grade Math teacher

Arlington Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Participated in an action research team focusing on Social Emotional Learning techniques, which enhanced students' social and emotional health by 20%.

2nd grade Math/Science/Social Studies teacher

Arlington Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Participated in weekly professional development opportunities in mathematics to stay up to date on latest research and teaching methods.
  • Developed supporting materials that aligned with objectives to ensure highly engaging and interactive lessons.
  • Collaborated with other resource teachers to design hands-on, project-based learning opportunities for students.

4th grade teacher

Prince William County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2018
  • Facilitated meetings with colleagues to enhance math instruction & create more interactive and engaging lessons.
  • Designed a pre-Intervention team to help teachers modify and differentiate instruction for students with learning challenges, which decreased special education referrals by 25%.
  • Increased standardized testing proficiency for students with learning disabilities by implementing a co-teaching model.


Education

Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, Teacher Leadership

George Mason University
Fairfax
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.2012

Skills

  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Google Slides
  • Google Docs
  • Schoology
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Zoom
  • Microsoft Word
  • Canva
  • Articulate Rise 360
  • Articulate Storyline 360
  • Camtasia
  • Canvas
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Student Evaluation and Needs Assessment
  • Organization and Planning Skills
  • Facilitating Online Learning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement Planning

Certification

  • Instructional Design and Learning Developer Certificate
  • Maryland Professional Certificate, Elementary Education (1-6)
  • 200-hour Digital Wellness, Social Emotional Learning and Yoga Teacher Certification

Timeline

3rd grade teacher

Baltimore County Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023

5th grade Math teacher

Arlington Public Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022

2nd grade Math/Science/Social Studies teacher

Arlington Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2020

Private Tutor

Self-Employed
06.2018 - Current

4th grade teacher

Prince William County Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2018

Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction, Teacher Leadership

George Mason University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

The Pennsylvania State University
Lindsay Ference Mahon