BRITNEY HEYSE

Suffield CT, 06078 ● britheyse7@gmail.com ● (860) 752-4110

EDUCATION
University of Connecticut - Storrs, CT May 2024
Masters of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction
Sub-Plan: Elementary Education
GPA: 3.94/4.00
Action Research: Fostering Inclusivity: Empowering Multilingual Learners through Peer-to-Peer
Feedback in Mathematical Discourse. (in preparation).

University of Connecticut - Storrs, CT May 2023

Bachelor of Science, Education
Major: Elementary Education, Concentration: Science
GPA: 3.59/4.00

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
E.B. Kennelly School- Hartford, CT Sept 2023- Present
Masters Intern - Enhancing Mathematical Discourse in Elementary Schools, Gr 1-6
● Design and implement differentiated small group math and literacy lessons for 10 groups
comprised of ~43 students spanning grade levels one through six.
● Collaborate with school professionals to provide academic support for Tier 2 students.
● Conduct action research for supporting multilingual students in mathematical discourse
through peer-to-peer feedback.
● Implement behavior management with self-assessment to encourage student voice.

Buttonball Lane School - Glastonbury, CT Sept 2022- Apr 2023

Senior Intern & Student Teacher, Gr 1
● Developed, planned and implemented differentiated curriculum and lesson plans that meet
the needs of all students.
● Collaborated closely with school professionals within data team and grade level meetings.
● Established consistent expectations, reinforced positive behavior with reward structure.
● Designed and implemented Social-Emotional Learning lessons, fostering a positive and
inclusive classroom environment.

Coventry Grammar School - Coventry, CT Jan 2022- Apr 2022

Junior Intern, Gr 1
● Executed case study assessment to identify student’s strengths and areas for improvement
then implemented targeted literacy intervention.
● Implemented guided reading practice with small groups to reinforce literacy skills.

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Clover Street Elementary School - South Windsor, CT Sept 2021- Dec 2021
Junior Intern, Gr 4
● Aided with math exercises in the classroom setting to further students' knowledge and
mathematical skills.
● Closely monitored math, science and literature lessons to reflect on multidisciplinary
teaching.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Advancing equity in mathematics education within and beyond math class through discourse. (March
25, 2024). To be presented at the Associated Teachers of Mathematics in Connecticut Annual
Conference, New Haven, CT.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Dick’s Sporting Goods - Manchester, CT Apr 2021- Present
Customer Service Specialist
● Implement product-marking strategies, including the advertisement of sale promotions.
● Provide personalized assistance to customers, resolving inquiries and concerns promptly
via in person and phone.
● Manage cash transactions with precision and attention to detail, ensuring accurate
accounting of funds.

ACTIVITIES
UConn Alpha Chi Omega - Storrs, CT Feb 2021- May 2022
Huskies for Charity - Stamford, CT Sept 2019- Apr 2020

SKILLS
● Certification: Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid, CPR, & AED (Oct 2020)
● Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Canva
● Strong verbal and written communication.
● Ability to work under pressure in fast paced environments.

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