Suzy Hasenkamp
Beemer,NE
Summary
Dedicated Science Teacher with 23 years of experience teaching earth science, biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology concepts to pupils. Plans and delivers science program that includes demonstrations, lectures, discussion and student experiments to develop language, logic and problem-solving skills in classroom. Uses variety of research-based instructional practices and current resources to support instructional goals and student needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technology / Science Teacher
Guardian Angel Central Catholic
2023.08 - Current
- 7th grade Life Science; 8th Grade STEAM; 10-12 Principles of Biomedical Sciences; 9th Grade - STEAM; 10th - Digital Media;
Middle / High School Science Teacher
Madison Public Schools
2010.08 - 2023.08
- 7th Grade Earth Science; 8th Grade Life Science; 10th Grade Biology; 9-12 Independent Science; Grade 11th / 12th; Chemistry; 11th / 12th Grade Anatomy and Physiology; Medical Terminology (Dual Credit); 6-12th grade ELL Science; Taylor Union Watershed; National Honor Society sponsor.
Adjunct Professor
Northeast Community College
2018.05 - 2019.08
- In Person/ Online Instructor - Biology 1010
- Elevated course relevance by regularly attending professional development events and integrating new concepts into lesson plans.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Middle / High Science Teacher
Newman Grove High School
2004.09 - 2010.08
- 7th Grade Earth Science; 8th Grade Life Science; 9th Grade Physical Science; 9-12 Independent Science Research,;11th Grade Anatomy and Physiology; 11th-12th Grade Human Development; 12th Grade Physics, Watershed
High School Science Teacher
Silver Lake High School
2003.08 - 2004.08
- 9th Grade Physical Science;10th Grade Biology; 11th Grade Chemistry; 11th Grade Anatomy and Physiology; 11th/12th Grade General Science; 12th Grade Physics
Middle / High School Science Teacher
St. Cecilia Catholic School
2001.08 - 2003.08
- 8th Grade Earth Science; 10th Grade Biology; 11th Grade Physics; 12th Grade Chemistry
Education
English Language Learners - Certification K-12 -
University of Nebraska - Kearney
Kearney, NE01.2018
Master of Arts in Teaching - Natural Sciences -
Hastings College
Hastings, NE01.2001
Bachelor of Sciences - Animal Science -
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE01.1992
Skills
- Laboratory Management
- Student Support
- Documentation And Reporting
- Group and individual instruction
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Learning Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multitasking and Organization
- Multi-Cultural Awareness
Qualifications Responsibilities
- Created and maintained a welcoming, friendly, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment where all students felt comfortable.
- Established classroom and enforced them fairly and effectively.
- Developed rigorous lesson plans and lectures and prepared students for quizzes and tests.
- Graded papers, lessons, tests, quizzes, and other assignments, relaying information to parents and school board when necessary.
Certification
- Nebraska Department of Education - Teaching Certification; Science 7-12
- English As a Second Language; PK-12
Professional Highlights
- Successfully led and implemented Project Lead the Way in 2023-2024. This included applying for the Grant, being awarded the Grant, ordering and setting up the Equipment as well as teaching the curriculum.
- Led the Watershed program for Madison Public Schools during 2011-2022, this program covered 10 miles of the Union Creek in Madison county.
- 20+ years of teaching experience covering Middle School, High School, and College level courses.
Timeline
Technology / Science Teacher
Guardian Angel Central Catholic
2023.08 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Northeast Community College
2018.05 - 2019.08
Middle / High School Science Teacher
Madison Public Schools
2010.08 - 2023.08
Middle / High Science Teacher
Newman Grove High School
2004.09 - 2010.08
High School Science Teacher
Silver Lake High School
2003.08 - 2004.08
Middle / High School Science Teacher
St. Cecilia Catholic School
2001.08 - 2003.08
English Language Learners - Certification K-12 -
University of Nebraska - Kearney
Master of Arts in Teaching - Natural Sciences -
Hastings College
Bachelor of Sciences - Animal Science -
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
- Nebraska Department of Education - Teaching Certification; Science 7-12
- English As a Second Language; PK-12
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