Terra Briody

182 Davis Road, Storrs, CT 06269

EDUCATION

(203) 448-9180

terra.briody@uconn.edu

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction
2016
Sub-Plan: Elementary Education, GPA: 4.00 / 4.00
Inquiry Project: Increasing Student Self-Regulation Through Positive Reinforcement

May

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
Bachelor of Science, NEAG School of Education
May 2015
Major:
Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary area of concentration: English
GPA: 3.79 /4.00
Honors Thesis: Parent Perceptions of Childrens Learning About Nutrition
Bachelor of Arts, English
May 2016
Pending Endorsements: Elementary Education (1-6), Sheltered English Immersion
Praxis, MTEL: Received Praxis I Waiver, Passed Praxis II (Elementary Education, Multiple
Subjects 5031), Passed Connecticut Foundations of Reading, Passed MTEL General Curriculum,
Pending Sheltered English Immersion, and Communications and Literacy Test (Scheduled March
2016)
CERTIFICATION
Application pending for Connecticut Initial Educator Certificate, Massachusetts Initial Educator
Certificate
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Sweeney Elementary School
Willimantic, CT
Intern Literacy Interventionist Within Grades K-5
September 2015 May 2016
Develop and implement small-group literacy lessons for 40 students in need of Tier II
intervention
Monitor student progress weekly to assess areas of need and inform later instruction
Conduct research for inquiry project on increasing student ownership of behavior and
academic work, with an emphasis on positive reinforcement and pursuing personal
excellence
Collaborate in development of school-wide close reading unit with an emphasis on
increasing empathy and compassion within student body
Center Elementary School
Willington, CT
Student Teacher, Grade 4
September 2014 - May
2015
Integrated literature and social studies content in planning and implementing a unit
focused on studying characteristics of celebrated figures, exploring social justice, and
writing persuasively

Attended professional development on Close Reading for the purpose of increasing quality
of student response to literature
Co-taught science ecosystems unit using inquiry-based learning, modeling with mentor
texts, and incorporating visual and tactile components to code research
Helped students develop and oversee student-run Center School Store

Dorothy C. Goodwin Elementary School

Mansfield, CT
Clinic Practicum, Grade 4
February-April
2014
Assisted in the teaching of students in Mrs. Hodges 4 th grade class while gaining exposure
to behavior management techniques
Observed and recorded one students social and academic behavior as part of a case
study, for the purpose of better attending to the students unique needs
Windham Center Elementary School
Windham, CT
Clinic Practicum, Grades K-5
SeptemberDecember 2013
Actively observed and assisted in the small-group instruction of mathematics to students,
while gaining exposure to use of Common Core State Standards and incorporation of
hands-on learning with math manipulatives
Taught lesson on problem solving strategies to a group of six 3 rd graders
ACTIVITIES
University of Connecticut Womens Cross Country / Track & Field
Storrs, CT
Athlete
August
2011-present
Captain of 2015 Cross Country Team, exemplifying leadership characteristics in cultivating
an environment of unity among 28 athletes
12-Season Competing Varsity Athlete and Proud Representative of a strong UConn athletic
program
Commit to at least 20 hours/week of practice, in addition to 12+-hour competition days
Trained in habits of self-discipline, personal responsibility, teamwork, goal setting, and goal
achievement
Developed a growth mindset during transition from walk-on freshman to senior captain
HONORS/AWARDS
Ray and Carole Neag Scholarship: for demonstration of academic excellence
Fall 2015
Betty Bussman Award: for demonstration of academic excellence
Spring 2015
Neag Honors Scholar Award: for completion of 2-year honors thesis on education
Spring 2015
Senior Scholar-Athlete Award: 1 of 12 athletes awarded for academic and athletic excellence
Spring 2015
New England Scholar: for earning at least a GPA of 3.7 for each semester
Fall 2014
Deans List Liberal Arts & Sciences: for earning a GPA of at least 3.68
Spring
2013-Fall 2015

Deans List NEAG School of Education: for earning a GPA of 4.0

Spring 2015
Academic Excellence Scholarship: for honors students demonstrating strong SAT scores
Fall 2011 - Spring 2015
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Various Families (Confidential)
Hampton, NY
Live-in Babysitter
2015
Silver Spring Country Club
CT
Server
2013-2015

East
Summers 2014,
Ridgefield,
Summers

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Student Athletic Advisory Council
September 2012May 2015
Representative/ Volunteer
Attend monthly meetings with fellow student-athletes to host guest lecturers, suggest
potential improvements to the Athletic Program and Facilities, and explore volunteer
opportunities within the community
Volunteer for Waddell Elementary School Flashlight Reading Night and read with third
grade students to enhance enthusiasm for partner reading
Contribute to Goal Line Project at East Hartford Middle School and led group discussions on
difficult social situations
UCONN Alternative Spring Break Service Trip
March 2012
Volunteer
Traveled to Atlanta, GA with 30 students to assist in the running of a local soup kitchen,
food bank, and furniture bank
Actively engaged with fellow trip members and Atlanta locals in community building,
enhancing understanding of working in diverse populations and fostering teamwork
among peers