Maureen Posten Email & Phone Number

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Created/designed interactive presentations on topics in Classroom Management and Managing Unruly Students• Authored/developed interactive presentation on Teaching for Transformation• Facilitated highly engaging workshops for 29 teachers from China, Egypt and Morocco who were teaching in the USA for the first time

Loveland, Colorado, United States

-Supervising Colorado Youth for Change Re-engagement Specialist-Analyzing attendance, behavioral and performance data to develop plans with stakeholders to address barriers to student success (utilizing the MTSS framework, this led to 30% improvement in failing to passing grades of students on my caseload during 2022-2023 semester 1)-Coaching students in goal setting, with a focus on strength based and restorative practices (positive attendance, grade improvement and conflict resolution/relationship building with peers and adults) -Collaborating with PBIS team to design and execute conference night family engagement workshops with district and community participants (social media safety, suicide prevention, mental health resources, etc.)-Building social skills with students through role play and mediation (peer and student/teacher conflicts)-Facilitating communication through phone calls, emails and home visits to engage families in the learning process and address root problems interfering with student success in the areas of attendance and grades-Modeling and supporting the use of PBIS, SEL, trauma informed/sensitive, and restorative practices-Participating in restorative re-entries (post-suspension)

Colorado, United States

• Identifying and supporting Tier 1 (Universal) SEL strategies to use in the classroom and school• Modeling tools and resources for regulation, inclusion, de-escalation and mindfulness• Providing small group support to students on SEL competencies• Assisting with creating, understanding and adhering to student plans• Supporting the work of PBIS, Social Emotional Learning, trauma informed/sensitive and restorative practices• Assisting with the understanding of and adherence to student plans• Building and prioritizing relationships with students and staff, with the goal of creating a connected culture and climate, school-wide

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Facilitating social studies and ELA courses for Foundations (a residential program for youth that have been placed by the juvenile courts)-Designing a classroom that is culturally responsive, relevant and safe for all students to learn-Implementing trauma informed practices in order to meet the needs of students who have had many Adverse Childhood Experiences-Creating opportunities for students to develop the attributes of successful citizens, to include collaboration, communication and global and ethical awareness

-Facilitated Professional Development conferences utilizing Socratic Dialogue and other methods for social studies teachers on topics such as Votes for Women and the Constitution and Presidential Powers-Coordinated events for teachers in Seattle, WA, Miami, FL and the greater DC Metro Area

Online

• Facilitating courses: Classroom Management and Seminar in Transformational Teaching and Leadership for graduate students via Blackboard Learning Management System• Engaging students in course content through collaboration and shared experiences• Addressing diversity in the classroom through the lens of access, advocacy and family engagement• Sharing best practices and evaluating assessments• Evaluating teacher growth portfolios for candidates in the Master of Education program for evidence of alignment of practice with INTASC standards• Coaching candidates in the submission of authentic instructional artifacts that best demonstrate their understanding of portfolio competencies• Participating in norming/training sessions with team of coaches for the purpose of inter-rater reliability• Conducting meetings via Adobe Connect with candidates for the purposes of giving feedback on submissions

• Taught candidates in multiple locations in a fully virtual, collaborative learning space, adhering to best practices in on-line teaching and delivery of course content through patent-pending learning management system (LMS)• Mentored and coached candidates (to include non-traditional learners, such as career changers) in teaching practices that are aligned with the INTASC Standards, with the goal of assisting candidates in recognizing their strengths and abilities in helping students to become successful 21st century learners• Designed training materials for new mentors, to include Youtube video tutorial on use of program technology• Oversaw and managed team selection of candidates, school leaders, mentors, instructors and alumni for accreditation site visit• Trained and mentored new instructors in their role as instructor/facilitator, aligned with best practices in adult learning theory• Facilitated courses in a manner consistent with student centered learning, while utilizing the curriculum and materials of assigned modules (courses on classroom management, diversity in the classroom, planning and assessment and supervising student teachers as they seek teacher licensure/certification in various states• Identified placements for candidates during their clinical practice in multiple places, to include the USA and overseas locations• Assessed, monitored and documented candidate performance and gave specific feedback that assisted candidates in understanding module content and improved future performance • Led the development/creation/revision of course material, in order to update and keep assignments/materials current and aligned with standards of accrediting agencies• Performed research, development, and implementation of innovative methods in course delivery to close skill and competency gaps among candidates

Us Virgin Islands

• Presented and facilitated interactive professional development modules on topics such as analyzing student work, coaching through observation and utilizing school and community resources for the USVI DOE national conference, attended by over 300 administrators, teacher leaders and new teachers• Authored and designed conference workshops on the following topics: Best Practices: Engaging USVI Family and Community; Creating Learning Environments that Celebrate the USVI History Culture and Language; Conceptualizing and Creating Meaningful Student Centered Instructional Materials to Enhance the Learning Environment; and Aligning the Beginning Teacher Learning Cycle to Teacher Effectiveness Standards (presented to over 300 conference participants)• Conducted pre and post observations with teachers, and observed classes to model the process of gathering data to improve teacher effectiveness (elementary, middle and high schools in St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John)• Taught teacher leaders and new teachers the process of analyzing student work to guide instruction (elementary, middle and high schools in St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John) using job embedded professional development model• Participated in WebEx trainings with supervisors and colleagues

Old Court House

• Taught several high school history courses in an alternative public school for students that were referred for juvenile justice and other issues that were disciplinary in nature• Designed lessons that were student centered and taught students to be 21st century collaborators and critical thinkers• Participated in professional development workshops for restorative justice and Kids at Hope to learn strategies for student success and build community and empathy among students• Communicated with colleagues, students and parents to create solutions to barriers in our students’ success

Online

• Evaluated and gave feedback on teacher PD tutorials for academic accuracy, alignment and technical soundness

• Facilitated student learning in the areas of: Study skills, time management, communication skills, self-responsibility and goal setting, transfer and career options, and the utilization of college resources• Developed student-centered lessons that incorporated technology, literacy, and the evaluation of materials• Participated in Blackboard training and used it as a course supplement to communicate assignments, grades and announcements to students electronically• Introduced the nature and study of history, and covered the emergence and development of Eurasian civilization to the current day, in the Near East, India, China, Europe, the Western Hemisphere, and Africa , giving attention to the unique cultural and religious paradigms within these civilizations• Explored civilizations and their influences on each other in the modern world, while tracing the rise of the West to a position of world dominance and its impact on non- Western societies• Placed emphasis on the major forces that have shaped the contemporary world, including but not limited to: industrialization, urbanization, nationalism, militarism imperialism, democracy, and communism• Introduced and explored the settlement of the New World, the creation of US government and the various influences on/development of the new nation through the Pre-Civil War Era

• Worked with clients in various areas, including: financial aid applications, college applications, study skills (test taking strategies), resume writing, job applications and time management• Tutored, mentored, and advised first generation, low income individuals in their educational pursuits

Colorado Springs, Colorado Area

Worked with students in an alternative night school to set and keep goals while making responsible and positive life choices. Taught courses on work place communication, social skills, and business English, as well as mass media courses.

• Taught 11th grade American History and Government and 10th grade Global History and Geography, incorporating literacy and study skills, technology and multiple presentation styles• Co-taught with Special Education provider

• Taught 12th grade Participation in Government, Economics, 10th grade Global History and Geography and designed and developed course called History in Film

Principal Licensure, Educational Leadership And Administration, General, K-12

Master Of Arts, Teaching

7-12 Social Studies

Bachelor Of Arts, History; English

American history concentration 43 credits Cum Laude Graduate