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Suzanne M. Schnure

Lockport,NY

Summary

Skilled Instructor with 12 years of experience teaching math in a college setting. Strong history of breaking down complex concepts to help students understand and replicate problem-solving steps. Creative use of materials increased student engagement and success in class.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Professor of Mathematics

SUNY Niagara
08.2014 - Current
  • Taught various Mathematics courses, providing instruction to undergraduate students.
  • Taught Calculus 1 & 2 in a blended format of online instruction
  • Currently developing an online course for Intermediate Algebra
  • Have currently taught MAT 012, 003, 105, 106, 110, 111, 116, 120 & 121
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
  • Adapted course materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in notably higher student satisfaction rates.

Adjunct Math Professor

Niagara University
01.2023 - Current
  • Designed materials and assignments to bolster students' understanding of mathematical concepts in Calculus and Pre-Calculus.
  • Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for Calculus, Pre-Calculus and Business Calculus math courses.
  • Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
  • Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.

TA in Academic Center For Excellence

SUNY Niagara
01.2014 - Current
  • Tutored struggling students individually reinforce mathematical concepts.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits, promoting academic success and self-sufficiency.
  • Worked with students both in person and online tutoring sessions
  • Worked for 4 years as an online tutor for STAR NY helping with various Math courses

Clerk

Lockport Public Library
02.1998 - Current
  • Work as a clerk checking books in and out & assisting patrons

Long-term Substitute Teacher

Niagara Wheatfield Middle School
09.2001 - 12.2001
  • Taught 7th-grade mathematics

Math Teacher

New Directions Home for Children
10.1998 - 07.2001
  • Planned/taught Math Regents courses to Special Education students

Math Lab Staff

Lockport High School
11.1997 - 10.1998
  • Staffed the math lab; required helping students with a variety of work and remedial skills, and assisting in some math classes

Substitute Teacher

09.1997 - 11.1997
  • Day to day substitute for Regents Math classes; required planning, teaching, testing, and ten-week grades for five classes

Education

Masters of Math Education - Mathematics Education

University of Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05.2003

Special Education Certification -

Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY
05.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics

Nazareth College
Rochester, NY
05.1994

Skills

  • Applied mathematics
  • Algebraic geometry
  • Multi-variable calculus
  • Abstract algebra
  • Partial differential equations
  • Ordinary differential equations

Certification

NYS Teaching certification Mathematics 7-12

Special Ed Certification K-12

Timeline

Adjunct Math Professor

Niagara University
01.2023 - Current

Adjunct Professor of Mathematics

SUNY Niagara
08.2014 - Current

TA in Academic Center For Excellence

SUNY Niagara
01.2014 - Current

Long-term Substitute Teacher

Niagara Wheatfield Middle School
09.2001 - 12.2001

Math Teacher

New Directions Home for Children
10.1998 - 07.2001

Clerk

Lockport Public Library
02.1998 - Current

Math Lab Staff

Lockport High School
11.1997 - 10.1998

Substitute Teacher

09.1997 - 11.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics

Nazareth College

Masters of Math Education - Mathematics Education

University of Buffalo

Special Education Certification -

Buffalo State College
Suzanne M. Schnure