Penny Haase Felgenhauer
Virginia Community Unit Schools, 64
Springfield,Illinois
9
years of professional experience
Dynamic Science Teacher with proven success in curriculum development, inquiry-based learning, and student support. Committed to fostering collaboration and technology integration to enhance classroom experiences.
Work History
Science Teacher
3 Years 2 Months- Implemented hands-on experiments to promote active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects integrating science with other subjects.
College Professor
5 Years 8 Months- Developed and implemented engaging curriculum aligned with academic standards.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Mentored students in research methodologies and academic writing skills.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine course materials and improve instructional strategies.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Contributed to program accreditation efforts by ensuring compliance with educational standards.
- Organized workshops and seminars to promote professional development among faculty members.
- Led departmental initiatives aimed at enhancing student engagement and academic performance.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
Education
Ph.D. - Science, Agriculture, & Education
Master of Science - Science & Agriculture
Master of Science - Science and Agriculture
Skills
Curriculum development
Lesson planning
Inquiry-based learning
Project-based learning
STEM programs
Rule enforcement
Multicultural awareness
Student support
Core curriculum development
Faculty collaboration and support
Multi-cultural awareness
Rule enforcement
Timeline
Science Teacher
Virginia Community Unit Schools, 64
2023.08 - CurrentRead More
College Professor
Illinois College
2017.09 - 2023.05Read More
University of Missouri
Ph.D. from Science, Agriculture, & Education
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University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Master of Science from Science & Agriculture
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University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Master of Science from Science and Agriculture
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