Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods, including visual aids and hands-on activities.
Supervising Principal
RSU 6
2002 - 2006
Coordinator, Hollis School Reading Initiative
Writer, Reading First grant
Research Assistant
Center for Education Policy, Applied Research and Evaluation
01.2001 - 01.2002
Presenter, New England Educational Research Organization
Teacher
Line Elementary School RSU 57
01.1992 - 01.2001
First Grade and Fourth Grade
Leader, Maine Assessment Portfolio Project.: Wrote and implemented performance assessments. Trained teachers at regional workshops.
Team Member, District Math Assessment and Literacy Teams
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Communications Manager
Community Transportation Association of America
01.1988 - 01.1989
Managing Editor: Led editorial direction for a monthly magazine of a monthly magazine: I wrote features, managed the budget, and supervised the work of staff and contributors.
Spearheaded the production and distribution of newsletters and press releases.
Education
M.S. - Educational Leadership
University of Southern Maine
Extended Teacher Education Program - undefined
University of Southern Maine
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Maine
Skills
Observing and Analyzing Teaching
Mentoring
Educational Research
Technical Writing
Public Speaking
Meeting Facilitation
Public Relations
Copywriting
Professional Development
Professional Learning Communities
Skillful Teacher, Research for Better Teaching
Leadership Team Training, UMaine's Literacy Collaborative
Responsive Classroom
Positive Behavior Supports, Sweetser
Timeline
First and Second Grade Teacher
Line Elementary School
07.2006 - Current
Research Assistant
Center for Education Policy, Applied Research and Evaluation
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