Experienced, passionate STEM educator dedicated to finding the best instructional resources to promote deep understanding of challenging concepts in science and mathematics, and to cultivate a growth mindset in students so they can reach their full potential.
Skills
Curriculum Development
Lesson Planning
Interactive Teaching Strategies
Writing
Proficient with:
Microsoft Office
Smartboards
Google Drive
Khan Academy, Edmodo, Prezi, Socrative, Scratch, etc.
Work History
STEM TeacherSep 2013 - Current Saddle River Day SchoolSaddle River, New Jersey
Taught Algebra I, Integrated Science (grades 7 and 8), Conceptual Physics, High School Physics, Forensics
Created and implemented innovative project-based learning units in science and mathematics
Participated in and facilitated interdisciplinary projects
Researched and adopted new educational technology tools to enhance instruction
Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills.
Physics TeacherJun 2012 - Jun 2013 Uncommon Charter High SchoolBrookyn, New York
Taught Algebra-Based Physics to freshmen
Created new curricular and assessment materials
Mentored students as homeroom advisor
Math and Science TeacherSep 2010 - Jun 2012 Doane AcademyBurlington, New Jersey
Taught Algebra I, Algebra II, Calculus, High School Physics
Created and taught innovative Philosophy of Religion and Ethics trimester electives
Head of the committee for vertical articulation of curriculum in the Math Department
Created and coached the school's first strength training club
Education
Master of Science: StatisticsCurrent Montclair State UniversityMontclair, New Jersey
Teacher Certification: Secondary Mathematics2010 Princeton UniversityPrinceton, New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts: Religion2009 Princeton UniversityPrinceton, New Jersey