PAULINE VANESSA WILKOSZ
Plymouth,MA
Summary
With 17 years of experience in both elementary and secondary education, I am a passionate and dedicated teacher. Known for my ability to create engaging lessons, I strive to foster curiosity, creativity, and analytical reasoning in students. My commitment lies in cultivating positive relationships with each student, as I believe developing their confidence and leadership skills is crucial for their continual growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Seventh Grade Science LTS
Cohasset Middle School
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced student engagement through the use of visuals, hands-on experiments, and group projects.
- Created positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment for students.
- Instructed students using variety of classroom methods and adapted methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities and Individualized Educational Plans.
Chemistry/Forensics/Physics Teacher
Rapoport Academy - Meyer High School
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Organized extracurricular endeavors such University Interscholastic League (UIL) teams, and science clubs enhancing students'' enthusiasm for the subject matter
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques to stimulate critical thinking and foster problem-solving skills among students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers within the department, offering guidance on best practices and sharing resources for effective teaching strategies.
Eclipse Soundscapes Data Collector
NASA
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment to accurately gather environmental and photographic samples for analysis
- Trained students to properly collect data and log field observations during the eclipse
Executive Board Member- Secretary
Unitarian Universalist Church
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Distributed and maintained accurate records of meeting minutes and other important documents from Board Meetings
- Assisted in drafting resolutions adopted by the board during official proceedings or votes
Biology and Forensics Teacher
Springstead High School
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Helped students learn to persevere by incorporating experiments and lab activities in Biology and Forensics
- Crafted unique learning experiences for hybrid inclusion classes to accommodate students' various learning, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
- Cooperated as teacher for student teacher internships at University of South Florida
Science Instructional Practices Coach
Fox Chapel Middle School
08.2013 - 11.2019
- Enhanced teachers' pedagogy by implementing coaching cycles and facilitating STEM instruction
- Facilitated Professional Development for Google Suite, One Drive for Education, and Leader in Me
- Drafted written grants for Lowe's Nutritional Grant and Southwest Florida Water Management District
- Cooperated as teacher for student teacher internships at University of South Florida
- District Director of Middle School Science Fair
5th Grade Science and Remedial Math Teacher
Pine Grove Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2013
- Reinforced student understanding of science and math principles using lab investigations and multimedia tools
- Affirmed students' potential and assessed abilities with clear expectations, plans and assessment strategies
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and implementation
- Directed Science Fair for all students Grades 3-5, 2010-13
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12.2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - World and Language Business
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN06.1999
Skills
- Educational Program Design
- STEM Curriculum Development
- Grade Level Coordinator
- Google Tools Proficiency
- Collaborative learning
Certification
- Academic Teacher- Elementary Grades 1-6
- Academic Teacher- General Science Grades 5-8
- Teacher- General Science- Grades 7-12 (Texas)
Accomplishments
- University Interscholastic League (UIL) District/Regional Champions 2024
- Teacher of the Year- Rapoport Academy Meyer High School, 2022-23
- Teacher of the Year- Fox Chapel Middle School, 2016-17
Timeline
Seventh Grade Science LTS
Cohasset Middle School
01.2025 - Current
Eclipse Soundscapes Data Collector
NASA
10.2023 - 05.2024
Executive Board Member- Secretary
Unitarian Universalist Church
01.2023 - 12.2023
Chemistry/Forensics/Physics Teacher
Rapoport Academy - Meyer High School
07.2021 - 07.2024
Biology and Forensics Teacher
Springstead High School
11.2019 - 06.2021
Science Instructional Practices Coach
Fox Chapel Middle School
08.2013 - 11.2019
5th Grade Science and Remedial Math Teacher
Pine Grove Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2013
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Elementary Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - World and Language Business
University of Tennessee
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