Sidra Hassan
Hartford
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in mathematics instruction and curriculum development. Possesses deep understanding of mathematical concepts and pedagogy, along with proven ability to foster collaborative learning environment. Known for adaptability and reliability in meeting educational goals. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and student assessment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Math Teacher
Grace Academy Hartford
Hartford, CT
09.2025 - Current
- Teach 6th & 8th grade math; design unit plans, assessments, and differentiation in advance aligned to standards and pacing guides.
- Directly supervise and mentor 21 students, overseeing daily academic operations and behavioral management in alignment with state standards.
- Standardized administrative workflows for assessment cycles and parent communication, improving documentation consistency and operational efficiency.
Resident Advisor
Trinity College
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Managed residential operations for a diverse community of 40 students, serving as the primary point of contact for crisis intervention and emergency response.
- Facilitated mediation for complex interpersonal conflicts and provided referrals to campus resources (Counseling, Health Services) to ensure student safety and retention.
- Collaborated with University Facilities and Campus Safety to conduct regular safety inspections and maintain a secure living environment.
Technician Intern
West End Eye Care LLC
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Collected screening data (visual acuity/IOP) and operated autorefractor/tonometer/Optomap/OCT/visual field instruments following established setup, cleaning, and turnover protocols.
- Logged results in EMR with complete, accurate records; maintained a simple QA checklist to flag missing fields and ensure chart completeness.
- Coordinated exam flow and documented measurement issues for review (e.g., fixation loss, poor signal), supporting standardized procedures across staff.
Trusts and Estates Intern
Gray Reed Law Firm
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported a legal team in managing sensitive, high-stakes client matters, ensuring strict confidentiality and professional ethics in all interactions.
- Developed high-level attention to detail through the rigorous drafting and review of official legal documents and regulatory filings.
- Applied analytical and problem-solving skills to assist in complex case preparation, ensuring all documentation met stringent legal and procedural standards.
Education
B.S. - Biology
Trinity College
05-2025
Skills
- Adapting to different learning styles
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating and encouraging
- Student performance evaluations
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholar, Presidential Scholar (Trinity College), Alexander Hamilton Scholar,
Certification
Wilderness First Aid, U.S. Driver’s License, Certificate in Professional Etiquette - More Than Manner LLC
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Youth Development Programs
Timeline
Lead Math Teacher
Grace Academy Hartford
09.2025 - Current
Technician Intern
West End Eye Care LLC
07.2023 - 08.2023
Resident Advisor
Trinity College
08.2022 - 05.2025
Trusts and Estates Intern
Gray Reed Law Firm
05.2021 - 08.2021
B.S. - Biology
Trinity College
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- Research Assistant - Trinity College, Dept. of Biology Jun – Aug 2024 (Full-time)
- Designed and conducted experiments on gametophyte growth under varied humidity/light; maintained culture conditions and sample logs.
- Captured and quantified morphology via light microscopy and image measurements; performed basic statistical checks.
- Authored and standardized an instructional protocol in the ELN; prepared figures for lab meetings and scoped follow-up studies with faculty.
- Outcome highlights: delivered figure set for August lab meeting; improved measurement consistency after protocol revision.
- Research Assistant - University of Houston, Dept. of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences May – Aug 2022 (Full-time)
- Built a MATLAB/GIS pipeline for geospatial/time-series seismic travel-time analysis with integrated QC flags.
- Generated annotated 3D visualizations for weekly briefings; archived code and method notes for reproducibility and handoff.
- Outcome highlights: created a shareable workflow (scripts + README) used in subsequent analyses.
- Techniques & Tools (Research): Microscopy; quantitative image analysis; experimental design; instructional protocols/ELN; QC; MATLAB; basic Python; GIS; basic statistics