Meghan Olsen
Bohemia,NY
Summary
Accomplished Science Teacher from Levittown School District, renowned for establishing a pioneering Science Research program and leading Nassau County's Science Olympiad to notable success. Expert in differentiated science instruction and parent-student communication, I've mentored students to state-level accolades in Science Olympiad for over two decades, significantly enhancing academic growth and scientific engagement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
Levittown School District
Levittown, NY
03.1993 - 06.2024
- Established the Science Research program at the middle school level, fostering student engagement and academic growth.
- Served as the Science Olympiad Regional Coordinator for Nassau County, organizing and overseeing regional competitions.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive Science Research curriculum, enhancing students' research skills and scientific knowledge.
- Mentored and guided students to achieve state-level recognition in Science Olympiad for 21 years.
- Facilitated the Saturday STEAM Program in Westbury School District.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration (MA +60)
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05-1997
Bachelor of Science - Education
SUNY College At Oswego
Oswego, NY12-1990
Skills
- Parent and student communication
- Chemistry
- Instructional planning
- Differentiated science instruction
- Scientific methodology
- Life science
- WSI Lifeguard certified
- CPR/AED certified
Affiliations
- Awarded a citation from Nassau County for performing life-saving CPR on a 14-year-old girl in my school
- Masters swimmer who accomplished my first Cross Bay swim (5.6 miles) at the age of 50
- I led my Science Olympiad team to the NYS competition 21 years in a row
Timeline
Science Teacher
Levittown School District
03.1993 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Educational Administration (MA +60)
SUNY Stony Brook
Bachelor of Science - Education
SUNY College At Oswego
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