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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

I design and develop hands-on activities to stimulate students’ interests in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). These activities are delivered to students in Challenger Learning Centers and K-12 school settings to inspire students to pursue careers in these fields by engaging them in dynamic exploration and discovery opportunities.

Leesburg, Va

In my current role, I develop educational programs designed to stimulate students' interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics subjects and careers. I do this by integrating new STEM support services and activities, while ensuring equitable opportunities for academic success and retention. In addition, I act as Subject Matter Expert by creating and reviewing quality curricula and learning resources.I regularly collaborate with campus and community stakeholders in… Show more In my current role, I develop educational programs designed to stimulate students' interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics subjects and careers. I do this by integrating new STEM support services and activities, while ensuring equitable opportunities for academic success and retention. In addition, I act as Subject Matter Expert by creating and reviewing quality curricula and learning resources.I regularly collaborate with campus and community stakeholders in implementing sustainable strategies that improve student experience, enhance critical thinking skills, and drive expansion of programs. I design digital resources and coursework to optimize learning capabilities. Finally, I lead, train, and motivate faculty/staff members towards accomplishing desired program objectives within strict deadlines.Highlights:• Coordinated with counselors, advisors, and faculty members in diligently identifying students best served by STEM programs, as well as establishing effective registration processes.• Facilitated connections between students to campus services by publishing online guides and other support programs.• Liaised with faculty personnel in integrating innovative tools and methods (distance-learning/virtual meeting technologies) that maximized support for staff and students during COVID-19 pandemic.• Performed grant research and coordinated with various departments to maintain effective communication within community.• Controlled program finances by controlling budgets, devising cost-reduction strategies when needed, and allocating resources.• Onboarded and coached and provided support to eight new staff on all instructional and assessment requirements.• Successfully completed 100+ annual courses within tight timeframes and budgets. Show less

Leesburg, Va

In my previous position, I worked with faculty in overseeing science, technology, and mathematics curriculum programs that encouraged students to develop inquiring minds and curiosity about science and the natural world. I was focused on establishing feasible timeframes to achieve goals outlined in curriculum. Furthermore, I collected and analyzed quantitative and qualitative data regarding overall curriculum design. Lastly, I created quality course materials, updated modules, and edited… Show more In my previous position, I worked with faculty in overseeing science, technology, and mathematics curriculum programs that encouraged students to develop inquiring minds and curiosity about science and the natural world. I was focused on establishing feasible timeframes to achieve goals outlined in curriculum. Furthermore, I collected and analyzed quantitative and qualitative data regarding overall curriculum design. Lastly, I created quality course materials, updated modules, and edited curriculum according to State-wide education goal.Highlights:• Translated scientific research methodologies into practical classroom-based strategies and approaches.• Created hands-on and at-home science curriculum modules for online learning.• Planned educational events, seminars, and workshops to help instructors develop new curriculum and teaching methods.• Maintained a relevant curriculum that inspired students and improved their confidence and high academic achievement in science and mathematics.• Recommended programmatic content and training plans which facilitated program deliverables. Show less

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

I was tasked with presenting lessons in a comprehensive manner and providing individualized instruction to support struggling students. I used effective teaching strategies, modified science modules, and planned interactive activities that enriched learning and student engagement.Using my exceptional communicating skills, I interacted with parents regarding students' progress and academic development. I administered and graded projects, assignments, examinations, and… Show more I was tasked with presenting lessons in a comprehensive manner and providing individualized instruction to support struggling students. I used effective teaching strategies, modified science modules, and planned interactive activities that enriched learning and student engagement.Using my exceptional communicating skills, I interacted with parents regarding students' progress and academic development. I administered and graded projects, assignments, examinations, and tests.Highlights:• Supervised classes to ensure all students learned in a safe and productive environment.• Fostered a positive multicultural team environment that valued equity and diversity, while supporting attainment of educational goals. Show less

Pipersville, Pa

I consulted with stakeholders to determine camp requirements, as well as developed curriculum with appropriate leisure and planned recreational camp activities based on created daily schedules. I was pivotal in restructuring activities for campers with special needs.As a competent manager, I controlled $35K - $1.2M+ budgets and provided leadership to camp employees, including Program Director, Assistant Camp Director, HR Manager, Business Manager, Logistics Coordinator, Nurse, and Ranger… Show more I consulted with stakeholders to determine camp requirements, as well as developed curriculum with appropriate leisure and planned recreational camp activities based on created daily schedules. I was pivotal in restructuring activities for campers with special needs.As a competent manager, I controlled $35K - $1.2M+ budgets and provided leadership to camp employees, including Program Director, Assistant Camp Director, HR Manager, Business Manager, Logistics Coordinator, Nurse, and Ranger. Finally, I ensured the wellbeing of campers by prioritizing safe practices, overseeing accommodations, and providing nutritional meals.Highlights:• Hired, trained, and supervised 100-140 staff for key roles• Spearheaded camp property conservation/sustainability plan that surpassed long-range strategic goals.• Executed presentations to District Roundtables to facilitate troop recruitment efforts for summer camps.• Boosted attendance numbers by 10% (316 boy-weeks) and net revenue by 51% ($522K) between 2015 and 2016.• Improved professional relations with township officials, such as Fire Chief, Police Chief, EMS Squad, Public Works Director, and State Representative, to ensure camp operations remained an integral part of the community.• Served as Staff Advisor for Camping, Catholic, Shooting Sports, Training, COPE and Climbing committees, as well as Order of the Arrow Ajapeu Lodge 2.• Acted as Associate Advisor to Properties and Risk Management committees, as well as created STEM, Aquatics, and HAM Radio committees. Show less

Hatfield, Pa

Pipersville, Pa

Master Of Education - Med, Science And Mathematics, Middle Grades

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Chemistry

Activities and Societies: Minor: Business