Suzanne Lee
Burlington
Summary
Historian and educator with a Master's in International Relations and Conflict Resolution and extensive experience teaching U.S. and world history and government. Skilled in historical research, analytical writing, and curriculum development. Demonstrated excellence in public service through Peace Corps and AmeriCorps service, including historical research and international education. Adept in both academic and applied research settings, with additional experience in administrative support roles requiring strong communication and organizational skills. Familiar with military culture through an Air Force upbringing and service-related volunteer work.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Burlington Community School District
08.2022 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
Social Studies Teacher
Holy Trinity Catholic High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- Managed extracurricular activity programs such as Model United Nations or History Club, fostering a passion for social studies beyond the classroom setting.
Social Studies Teacher
Canon City Schools
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
Administrative Assistant
UnityPoint at Home
05.2012 - 08.2017
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Instructor
Muscatine Community College
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Instructor - US Citizenship Class
Muscatine Community College
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
Peace Corps Volunteer/TEFL Teacher
Peace Corps
06.1997 - 07.1999
- Utilized authentic materials such as news articles, songs, movies, and podcasts to expose students to real-world examples of spoken English.
- Boosted student confidence and participation by providing regular feedback and support during class activities.
- Promoted cultural exchange within the classroom by sharing experiences from various countries and cultures as part of lesson content.
- Mentored new TEFL teachers in effective classroom management techniques to maintain a productive learning environment for all students.
AmeriCorps Volunteer/Historical Researcher
AmeriCorps NCCC
12.1995 - 09.1996
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations And Conflict Resolution
American Public University
Charles Town, WVBachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IABachelor of Arts - History
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IAWorld War II Studies
American Public University
Charles Town, WV06-2025
Skills
- Educational technology
- Technology implementation
- Computer skills
- Computer proficiency
- Cross-cultural communication
- Historical analysis
- Oral communication
- Primary source interpretation
- Fact-checking
- Analytical writing
- Teaching history
- Proofreading
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Burlington Community School District
08.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Holy Trinity Catholic High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
Social Studies Teacher
Canon City Schools
08.2017 - 02.2019
Instructor
Muscatine Community College
06.2017 - 07.2017
Administrative Assistant
UnityPoint at Home
05.2012 - 08.2017
Instructor - US Citizenship Class
Muscatine Community College
01.2010 - 07.2011
Peace Corps Volunteer/TEFL Teacher
Peace Corps
06.1997 - 07.1999
AmeriCorps Volunteer/Historical Researcher
AmeriCorps NCCC
12.1995 - 09.1996
Master of Arts - International Relations And Conflict Resolution
American Public University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Northern Iowa
World War II Studies
American Public University
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