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Kirsten Mackey
120 Davenport Road Kirstenm1@comcast.net
Kennett Square, PA 19348-2403 (610)-220-1408

Education

Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

Master of Science in Mathematics Learning and Teaching
GPA: 4.0
Expected Graduation: Winter 2019

West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA

Bachelor of Science in Education - Middle Grades Preparation, Grades 4 through 8
Concentration in Mathematics, Elementary Mathematics Minor
GPA: 3.978
Graduation Date: May 2014

Education Related Experiences

Upper School Mathematics Teacher

Upland Country Day School, Kennett Square, PA 2014-Present
Taught pre-algebra and algebra lessons to students in grades six through nine
Advised sixth grade students throughout the school year to help set goals
Worked on the technology committee to analyze the usage of technology and resources
Currently working with the lower school and upper school mathematics department to update the
mathematics curriculum

Keystone Algebra I Remediation Tutor

Kennett High School, Kennett Square, PA Summer 2016
Worked with high school students to prepare for the Algebra I Keystone Exam
Taught mini-lessons on the general concepts of Algebra I
Monitored student use of the online program ALEKS

Student Teaching
Haverford Middle School- 8th grade mathematics January 2014 May 2014
Planned and taught pre-algebra and algebra lessons to over 100 students
Created lessons for five classes with students who have individualized educational plans
Participated in team and department meetings
Integrated SMART Board software, GeoGebra, and Study Island into lessons

Literacy Practicum
Haverford Middle School- 8th grade mathematics September 2013 December 2013
Observed classes and helped students with their mathematics assignments twice a week for 14 weeks
Taught four interdisciplinary lessons connecting mathematics with literacy instruction
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Extracurricular Activities

Girls Junior Varsity Lacrosse and Ice Hockey Coach Spring 2015 Present
Girls Junior Varsity Field Hockey Coach Fall 2016
Upland Country Day School, Kennett Square, PA
Supervise practices, create and execute drills
Coach games throughout the season

Yearbook Advisor
Upland Country Day School, Kennett Square, PA 2014 - Present
Helped students create and publish a yearbook
Encouraged students to maintain deadlines and use technology appropriately

Private Math Tutor 2014 - Present

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Professional Development

NCTM Regional Conference Philadelphia, PA Fall 2016

Activities and Honors

Honors
Deans List Fall 2010- Spring 2014
Member Pi Lamdba Theta- National Education Honor Society September 2012- 2014
Member National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) January 2014-Present

Research
WCU Research Consortium 11th Annual Research Day- The Effective Middle School Mathematics
Teacher (Poster Presentation)

Marching Band
Clarinet WCU Marching Band Fall 2010

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Computer Skills

Familiar with both Windows and Mac operating systems

Fluent in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Apple software (Keynote, Pages,
Numbers), and interactive whiteboard technology
Fluent in Google education services (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom)
Fluent in Learning Management Systems (WhippleHill, Blackboard)

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Clearances Current
References Available Upon Request