Lindsey Volkar

6 Mingo Church Road, Venetia PA 15367 | lindseyvolkar@gmail.com | (724) 344 2370

Digital Portfolio: lindseyvolkarportfolio.weebly.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Strong knowledge of Geology, Astronomy, and Physics
Strong and effective skills in planning, organization, communication, classroom management, and technology
Ability to provide student-centered and differentiated instruction based on individual student needs
Ability to collaborate with instructional staff to develop curriculum, inquiry-based activities, and assessments
Ability to work effectively with students of different cultures and promote equity in the learning community
Ability to create a safe, caring, and positive classroom environment

EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, Pittsburgh, PA June 2014
Candidate for Master of Arts in Teaching
Major: Science Education Earth and Space Science
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH, Pittsburgh, PA April 2013
Bachelor of Science
Major: Natural Science with a focus in Geology

CERTIFICATION
PENNSYLVANIA INSTRUCTIONAL I IN SCIENCE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
CANON MACMILLAN HIGH SCHOOL, Student Intern, Canonsburg, PA September 2013 Present

Responsible for delivering instruction to students in grades 10 through 12 in an Astronomy and Geology course
Maintained high expectations through implementation of inquiry-based interactive lessons that involved multiple
modes of instruction to increase student engagement
Developed collaborative student teams to foster classroom community
Created supportive learning environments where students feel safe and respected
Created and incorporated adaptations and accommodations for students with special needs
Collaborated with classroom paraprofessionals to ensure success of all students

OTHER EDUCATIONAL RELATED EXPERIENCE
CAMP INVENTION, Volunteer Educator, Peters Township, PA August 2012
Volunteered as an educator at an elementary school for a weeklong science program, focusing on STEM education

GOODWILLS GOODGUIDES, Mentor, Pittsburgh, PA February 2012 August 2012
Mentored teenaged females from low-income communities, focusing on education, employment, and self-esteem

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
NATIONAL SCIENCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION, Student Member
NATIONAL SOCIETY OF COLLEGIATE SCHOLARS, Student Member
PENNSYLVANIA SCIENCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION, Student Member

SKILLS AND ACTIVITIES
Deans List, University of Pittsburgh 2011-2013
Bachelor Degree Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Earned Bachelor Degree in three years