EDUCATION

2012 University of Maine, Orono, ME

EdD, DISSERTATION: Investigating the Nature of Third Grade Students’
Experiences with Concept Maps to Support Learning of Science Concepts

1988 Wheelock College, Boston, MA

M.S., Early Childhood Education

1984 Curry College, Milton, MA

Co-Valedictorian; summa cum laude

EXPERIENCE

2014 - 2019 Lewiston-Auburn Campus, University of Southern Maine, Lewiston, ME

Adjunct Instructor
Taught Science in Early Childhood Education via Adobe Connect & online
Developed course syllabus, with focus on Next Generation Science
Standards integrated into National Association for Education of Young
Children early childhood teaching standards & policies, Maine Standards
for Science Education in Early Childhood, and the National Science
Teachers Association Position Statement regarding early childhood science
education.

Taught online Mathematics in Early Childhood Education

Developed course syllabus integrated National Council of Teachers of
Mathematics and NAECY guidelines and Maine Early Learning Standards
into course curriculum.

Taught online Child Development

Developed course syllabus with focus on child development from infancy
through early adolescence.

2014 – 2015 University of Southern Maine, Portland, ME

University Supervisor
Supervised student teachers during teaching internships. Provided
evaluations, conducted conferences, and collaborated with mentor teachers.

2013 Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA

University Supervisor
Supervised student teacher through providing classroom observations
(science), collaborative evaluations involving student teacher input, meeting
with both student teacher and mentor teacher and working with Saint
Joseph’s University support staff.

2012 - 2013 Merrill Educational Consultant, Dayton, ME

Consultant
Provided consulting services to classroom teachers in the use of concept
maps, a pedagogical tool utilized to support science instruction and student
learning. Offered professional development workshops throughout the
school year for teachers and others in the field of education. Maintained
 knowledge of current educational policy trends re learning, school
improvement and standards-based protocols.

2011 Kaplan University, South Portland, ME

Adjunct Instructor
Taught Music and Art in Early Childhood to classes averaging 13
undergraduate students. Utilized on-line tools to support student learning.
School improvement methods and student-centered teaching practices were
integral aspects of the curriculum.

2009 Centers for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence Ocean Systems Darling
Marine Center, Walpole, ME
Workshop Coordinator/Instructor
Developed, coordinated, and implemented a workshop with research
scientists and elementary educators from Maine on marine studies.
Instructed in ways to enhance the teaching of science through integration of
Maine’s education standards with assessment protocols using the COSEE-
OS systems to develop and support teaching practices and student learning.

2008 University of Maine, Orono, ME

Adjunct Instructor, College of Education
Taught Science at the Elementary Level to class of 26 students. Coordinated
and implemented elementary education and science methods course with a
focus on technology integration. Aligned science work with Maine’s
education standards. Introduced science policy along with implications for
the future of science education. Focused on student-centered teaching, both
modeling and through content.

2005 – 2006 Office of U.S. Senator J. Lieberman, Washington, DC

Education Fellow
Participated in collaborative development of three education bills and
introduction of two of those education bills: S. 2337 The College Pathway
Act; S 3483 The National Innovation Education Act. Initiated Senate action
for re-allocation of Enhancing Education Through Technology funds.
Focused on No Child Left Behind implementation, policy changes, and
funding; developed legislative experience in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics fields with particular emphasis on technology.

1998 – 2005 Plummer-Motz Elementary School, Falmouth, ME

Third & Fourth Grade Looping Teacher
Developed original thematic units in science with a focus on marine and
forest ecology while integrating literacy skills. Collaborated with grade-
level colleagues to implement science programs in Gulf of Maine ecology
and forest ecology through a partnership with the Chewonki Foundation.

1993 – 1998 Muraco Elementary School, Winchester, MA

Third Grade Teacher
Developed original thematic units in science with a focus on aquatic
environments while integrating literacy skills. Integrated technology into
social studies and science investigations.
1990 – 1997 Sandy Valley Day Camp, Dedham, MA
Assistant Camp Director and Director of the Creative Movement Program
Initiated and taught a creative dance and movement program for all ages.
Participated in all aspects of running the camp as assistant camp director.

1992 – 1993 The After School Program at Hale Reservation, Westwood, MA

Creative Arts Director
Responsible for creative arts and science programs for all ages. Photography,
painting, crafts, science, and nature explorations, in addition to outdoor
activities.

1989 – 1992 Brimmer and May School, Chestnut Hill, MA

First Grade Teacher
Collaborated with grade-level colleagues to implement science and math
programs focusing on forest ecology.

1984 – 1989 The Church of the Redeemer Nursery School, Chestnut Hill, MA
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Classroom teacher with a focus on social and emotional growth.