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Education
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Certification
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NINA PHELPS

Gloversville,NY
NINA PHELPS

Summary

Dynamic Senior Curriculum Writer known for creating accessible high-quality science content. Achieved cost savings through meticulous research and detail-oriented practices, improving educational resources. Exhibits exceptional time management, organization, and problem-solving skills, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Great Minds
Remote

Senior Curriculum Writer
11.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Created accurate and engaging content for the target audience.
  • Conducted in-depth research on diverse topics.
  • Applied strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities to each assignment.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to deliver exceptional science content.
  • Organized and tracked multiple projects to meet tight deadlines.
  • Revised content based on feedback.
  • Proofread and edited to ensure clarity and coherence.
  • Designed and tested investigations.
  • Executed cost-reduction strategies.
  • Mentored and developed the skills of colleagues.
  • Supervised the development of comprehensive science kits by cataloging over 900 components.
  • Coordinated component procurement and preparation for over 40 teacher support videos.

Harrison High School
Harrison, NY

Secondary Science Teacher
08.2014 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Designed and executed science content compliant with both state and IB standards.
  • Cultivated a collaborative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of scientific advancements and incorporated them into lessons.

Education

University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA

Master of Science from Secondary Science Education
05-2014

University At Albany
Albany, NY

Bachelor of Science from Biology
05-2013

University Overview

  • Biochemistry Research, 2012: glutamate ion channel proteins' role in neurological diseases
  • Organic Chemistry Tutor, Fall 2012 - Spring 2013

Skills

  • Cross-team collaboration
  • Prioritizing multiple deadlines
  • Content development
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Strong research skills
  • Data analysis
  • Editing and proofreading
  • Digital literacy

Certification

  • NYS Professional Teaching Certificate - Biology 7-12

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Faroese
Professional
A1

Timeline

Senior Curriculum Writer

Great Minds
11.2021 - Current

Secondary Science Teacher

Harrison High School
08.2014 - 06.2021

University of Pennsylvania

Master of Science from Secondary Science Education

University At Albany

Bachelor of Science from Biology
NINA PHELPS