Open To Work
Mary Jane Davies
Lititz
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated retired educator with 23 years of impactful experience. Proven track record in elevating student success and driving educational excellence. Expertise in developing engaging student learning activities and fostering a productive learning environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired Educator
Elizabethtown Area Middle School
Elizabethtown, PA
12.2003 - 06.2026
- Guided thousands of students to proficiency on PSSA's.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Utilized classroom management strategies to foster positive learning environments.
- Assessed student progress and adapted instructional methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational programs and resources.
- Acted as Gifted Support Instructor, ensuring unique learning opportunities for gifted students and effectively writing and implementing GIEPs.
Lead Teacher for Secondary Classroom
Migrant Education Summer Program With Millersville University
Elizabethtown, PA
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans that accommodated diverse learning styles and multiple languages for students in grades 7-11.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Led classroom activities fostering collaboration and critical thinking among students.
Education
Master's Degree - Middle Level Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN2009
Ed.D (ABD) - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN2016
Bachelor's Degree - English Education
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA1987
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Leadership
- Educational Technology
- Student Engagement Strategies
- Mentoring & Coaching
- Assessment Design
- Classroom Management
- Professional Development
Certification
- Certified Professional Educator - PA Department of Education, English Education grades 6-12
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Lead Teacher for Secondary Classroom
Migrant Education Summer Program With Millersville University
06.2023 - 08.2025
Retired Educator
Elizabethtown Area Middle School
12.2003 - 06.2026
Ed.D (ABD) - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Master's Degree - Middle Level Education
Walden University
Bachelor's Degree - English Education
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania