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Gardiner, Maine

Springfield, Massachusetts

• Began implementation of Read 180/System 44 reading intervention programs in grades 6–8, incorporating strategies to help English learners who are two or more years below grade level, which led to improved reading.
• Improved standardized test scores by accommodating diverse learning styles, needs, and levels of readiness by encouraging critical and higher-order thinking in rigorous and engaging lessons
• Developed school policy as a founding member of the PBIS committee, including expected behavior lessons, units and videos, behavior/consequence flow charts, and incentive schedule
• Created Tier II behavior modification plans for individual students as a member of the STAT team, in collaboration with the school counselor, assistant principal, and special education teachers
• Integrated web-based tools and applications, such as Voki and Aurasma, to teach 21st century skills, thus enhancing student engagement and fostering creative thinking

Putnam, Connecticut

• First paraprofessional to support the pilot program for a “flipped” World History and Civics classroom through one-on-one interaction and learning activities, resulting in an estimated 10% increase in students meeting.
• Integrated educational technology into the social studies curriculum, enabling students to use web-based technologies such as Voicethread, Prezi, Blabberize, and Wikispace to create student-produced responses.
• Participant of the NEASC accreditation committee, SRBI Committee, and co-wrote social studies curriculum to align with state and common core standards

Hermosa Beach, California

• Created an active, learner-centered classroom by having students engage in discussions and sharing of ideas, role-playing, cooperative learning, and creative writing activities
• Modified lessons quickly and with versatility to meet the needs of students with learning disabilities and limited English language proficiency
• Adapted lesson plans and instruction to keep students motivated, engaged and focused in the absence of the regular classroom teacher

Artesia, California

• Emphasized historical investigation, interpretation, and critical analysis while teaching ancient, medieval, and early American history
• Enabled cooperative learning opportunities for Earth, life, and physical sciences through scientific inquiry and exploration, theory demonstration, model design, and laboratories
• Applied educational technology, including WebQuests, during student-driven activities, resulting in overall improved student participation and increased content mastery
• Managed the Junior High Science Fair, guiding students to expand their understanding of scientific research, experimentation, data analysis, and design skills while presenting a measurable result
• As the Yearbook Advisor, guided the development, marketing, design, and publication of the school yearbook and fostered student collaboration

California

• Federally activated August 2004–February 2006, served in Baghdad, Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom; attached to 4th Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division
• Provided community outreach support, including security for medical care events, local government meetings and the first Iraqi national elections
• Recipient of multiple combat service medals, most notably the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (5th award), Combat Infantryman Badge, and the Valorous Unit Citation

Connecticut

• Basic Infantry School, Jericho, Vermont, 2002; Honor Graduate
• State activated after September 11, 2001 to conduct security operations of airports, nuclear power station, oil depots, and state infrastructure

Trumbull, Connecticut

• Developed and delivered appropriate lesson and unit plans in both Global History and Psychology classes according to state and school curriculum guidelines
• Responsible for daily classroom management and implementation of discipline
• Developed versatility and adaptability in accommodating a wide range of student learning styles
• Communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff

Baumholder, Germany

• Combat Signaler School, Fort Gordon, Georgia
• Recipient of service medals and other distinctions, including the Army Achievement Medal (4th award), National Defense Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), History And English

Masters Degree, Teaching And Curriculum

Teaching Certification, Social Studies, Grades 7–12

Associate Of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts And Sciences