Lindsey Norris
Pendleton,SC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Looking to leverage 20+ years of teaching experience to tackle new and exciting challenges.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Assistant
GROW Counseling Network and GROW Restored Foundation
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting background checks, license verifications as well as relevant document collection and organization.
- Maintained and updated databases for counseling network and nonprofit foundation.
- Communicated with clients, therapists, and other team members for varying administrative needs
- Conducted monthly payroll for therapists participating in nonprofit.
Science Teacher
Clemson Classical Academy
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs for students of a classical homeschool hybrid school.
Middle School Science Teacher
Cornerstone Christian Academy
08.2016 - 07.2020
- Increased classroom engagement through the incorporation of hands-on, inquiry-based activities in lesson plans in my Life and Physical Science classes.
- Partnered with parents and students as a Homeroom teacher (equivalent to Grade Chair) to inform, advocate and provide guidance through the middle school years.
- Fostered unity and camaraderie in the student body by co-sponsoring House Zion, one of four houses comprised of grades 5-8.
- Delivered keynote address at the 8th Grade commencement ceremony and spoke during weekly chapel gatherings.
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Wesleyan School
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Fulfilled all duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member for 8th Grade Physical Science (total 5.5 months) and 6th Grade Earth Science (3 months).
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement new Inquiry Based Learning Curriculum.
Naturalist
Chattahoochee Nature Center
06.2009 - 12.2010
- Engaged visitors (traders) in unique learning moments, also known as trades, in order to foster a greater appreciation for the natural world.
- Conducted research using various tools to assist visitors in answering their questions.
- Developed and presented exhibits and programs to visitors.
- Assisted with exhibit interpretation of the Watershed Gallery in the Discovery Center.
- Maintained, added and reported on information stored in the trader database.
7th Grade Science Teacher
Pace Academy
08.2004 - 05.2009
- Guided 7th grade students through an exciting and challenging year of Life Science curriculum.
- Collaborated with board members, parents, other faculty and students on the Sustainability Steering Committee to increase environmental awareness and conservation efforts at Pace through the Long Range Plan.
- Worked with other science teachers and administrators to create and implement a distinctly Middle School drug and alcohol abuse prevention program.
- Managed the yearly budget for all Middle School Science faculty members.
Education Program Specialist
Burton 4-H Center (Formerly Tybee Island 4-H Center)
08.2003 - 12.2003
- Taught a variety of marine interdisciplinary hands-on curricula including Crabs and Critters, Beach Ecology, Invertebrate Studies, Marsh Ecology, Seining, etc.
- Maintained a collection of assorted marine organisms used in teaching and display.
- Enhanced the quality of educational programs by developing and implementing innovative curricula.
Camp Manager
Truitt-Fulton 4-H Center
05.2003 - 07.2003
- Supervised 6 staff members throughout their training and service as summer camp counselors.
- Coordinated all activities, programs, and facilities as general manager of the 4-H Center.
- Developed strong relationships with 4-H agents, volunteer leaders, and parents to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all students in attendance.
Education Program Specialist
Rock Eagle 4-H Center
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Facilitated 3 to 5 daily classes in an outdoor setting for students pre-K to grade 12 in over 20 subject-based curricula ranging from Lake Ecology to Native American Studies.
- Acted as lead staff, liaison between school and program, ensuring an excellent experience for all.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Georgia05.2002
Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Account Onboarding
- Instructional Design
Timeline
Program Assistant
GROW Counseling Network and GROW Restored Foundation
01.2022 - 12.2023
Science Teacher
Clemson Classical Academy
01.2022 - 05.2023
Middle School Science Teacher
Cornerstone Christian Academy
08.2016 - 07.2020
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Wesleyan School
08.2014 - 03.2016
Naturalist
Chattahoochee Nature Center
06.2009 - 12.2010
7th Grade Science Teacher
Pace Academy
08.2004 - 05.2009
Education Program Specialist
Burton 4-H Center (Formerly Tybee Island 4-H Center)
08.2003 - 12.2003
Camp Manager
Truitt-Fulton 4-H Center
05.2003 - 07.2003
Education Program Specialist
Rock Eagle 4-H Center
08.2002 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry -
Georgia Southern University
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