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Michael Sweeney is an experienced educator seeking new opportunities. He has a Master's in Education from the University of Arizona and over 10 years of teaching experience. Currently he teaches math, science, health and keyboarding at Nosotros Academy in Tucson, Arizona, where he has held various leadership roles coordinating curriculum development, professional development, and managing federal grants. He has a strong background in science education and outreach and maintains Arizona Secondary Education Teaching Certifications in biology and math.

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Sweeney Resume

Michael Sweeney is an experienced educator seeking new opportunities. He has a Master's in Education from the University of Arizona and over 10 years of teaching experience. Currently he teaches math, science, health and keyboarding at Nosotros Academy in Tucson, Arizona, where he has held various leadership roles coordinating curriculum development, professional development, and managing federal grants. He has a strong background in science education and outreach and maintains Arizona Secondary Education Teaching Certifications in biology and math.

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MICHAEL SWEENEY

520.465.6113

[email protected]

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Capable problem solver
Initiator & innovator
Self-motivated
Successful in chaotic and demanding work environments

Education
Teach Arizona Masters in Education (University of Arizona; May 2013)
GPA 4.0
Paul Lindsey Graduate Internship in Education awardee
B.S. Ecology Evolutionary Biology (University of Arizona; 2008)
GPA ~ 3.5
Earned and maintained UA Presidents Award for Excellence academic scholarship for four
years.

Experience
Nosotros Academy (Tucson, AZ)
(October 2009 Present)
Roles and duties:
Teacher (2013 present)
Instruct grades 6, 7 and 8 in math, science, health and keyboarding (!)
Create and develop engaging curriculum and activities designed for a high-needs student
body
Coordinate with colleagues to develop and integrate interdisciplinary learning, field trips and
extra-curricular activities
Mentor and coach new teaching interns and paraprofessionals
School Improvement (2010 present)
School improvement leadership team member
Coordinating author of successful charter amendment to expand grade levels serviced from
grades 6-12 to grades 3-12 in 2010
Plan and execute professional development activities for staff
Collect and analyze school academic data to diagnose weaknesses in school curriculum and
programs
Federal ERATE program supervisor (2010 2013)
Managed federal telecommunication and connectivity grants (over $33,000 for 2011-2012
school year), including negotiation of contracts with telecom and maintenance providers,
documentation record keeping and timely preparation and submission of federal forms.
Teaching Assistant (2009 2012)
Developed school's first science laboratory program,, including arranging materials, creating
new activities, and training teachers to integrate program into their curriculum
Other Professional Experience:
University of Arizona Herbarium; Collections Assistant (May 2007 September 2008)
University of Arizona Student Union Post Office; Student Lead (August 2004 May
2007)

Volunteer Experience:
Tucson Inner City Outings (ICO) volunteer, leading groups of inner-city students on outdoor
adventures (hiking, caving, etc.) to foster exploration, appreciation, and protection of the
natural world. (2012 present)
Pima County Parks & Rec. environmental education volunteer, leading environmentalthemed workshops and outdoor activities for groups of community youth ( 2006 2007)
Volunteer regularly at the Arizona Academic Decathlon Regional high school competitions as
judge for essay, speech and interview events
Relevant College Coursework
Marine Discovery -- Youth outreach education program for local middle school students
offering opportunities for hands on learning about diversity, ecology, and physiology of marine
life
Insect Discovery -- Youth outreach program for elementary school students using inquirybased methods, hands-on workshops, and live insects

Interests, Skills, & Certifications

Arizona Secondary Education Teaching Certification; endorsements in biology and math


NASA Triad Earth and Space Science Teacher Leadership Academy 2011
Interested in leading teams to develop engaging projects and activities for young science
learners
Adept with Microsoft Office, Windows, Mac OSX; comfortable with image editing and basic
network troubleshooting
Interested in relocating from to Seattle

VISIT MY ONLINE PORTFOLIO

AT:

HTTP://MICHAELSWEENEY.WEEBLY.COM

~ REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST ~

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