Brittany Usiak, Ed. M.

Experience

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  Teach For America

  Jun 2013 - May 2015

  Corps Member
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  Tulsa Public Schools

  Aug 2013 - Jan 2016

  Planned and taught pre-algebra classes for 180 students in a Title I middle schoolAssessed and tracked student data to chart growth, revise curriculum, and shared progress with students, families, and administratorsDeveloped a mastery-based grading system in collaboration with other district math teachersLeadership positions included Suspension Review Committee and Cheerleading CoachCreated and facilitated faculty professional development on centers-based math teaching model Show less

  • 6th Grade Math & Science Teacher

    May 2015 - Jan 2016

  • 7th Grade Math Teacher

    Aug 2013 - May 2015
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  TULSANS OPERATING IN UNITY CREATING HOPE (TOUCH)

  Aug 2014 - May 2016

  Lead Teacher - The Zone

  Planned and taught science, gardening, photography, and nutrition classes to eighty-five 2nd-6th graders in a holistic after-school program part of the federal 21st Century CLC grantEngaged in program evaluation and training through Weikart Center for Youth Program QualityCreated and facilitated faculty professional development on collaborative learning

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  Boston Public Schools

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Partnership Operations Team

  Conducted asset mapping of extended services available for middle school students as part of the full-service community school modelDeveloped school-wide strategic plan for increased student leadership and decision makingCreated a system to manage over $400k in donor and grant funds for extended servicesCreated a Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) manual for the school, in collaboration with the PBIS CommitteeSupported all family and community engagement initiatives and events Show less

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  St. George's Independent School

  Jul 2018 - Jun 2021

  Critical Thinking, Innovation, and Communication Teacher

  Developed and taught an interdisciplinary project-based course for 6th graders, focused on addressing contemporary social issues using design thinking and established the 6th Grade capstone projectDeveloped and co-taught African American History elective for upper school students.Founding member of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force, member of Hiring and Advisory Curriculum Committees, New Faculty Mentor, co-sponsor of Student Leaders for Social Justice club, and Middle School Garden Manager.Led research-based faculty professional development on diversity, equity, and inclusion, restorative circles, and family engagementDeveloped criteria for competency-based assessment in collaboration with colleagues as part of work with the Mastery Transcript Consortium. Show less

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  Touchstones Discussion Project

  Aug 2021 - Jun 2023

  K-12 and Adult Programs Manager

  Managed all aspects of school and district partnerships from identifying and securing new program sites to stewarding and growing existing partnerships, including suggesting strategies, resources, or professional learning to support successful curricula implementation.Provided all on-site targeted support to teachers, coaches, and leaders, including in-service workshops, one-on-one coaching, and data analysis.Led professional development at regional education conferences and co-led 8-week Exploring American Perspectives cohort.Developed and led team in implementing organization’s digital marketing strategy, including redesigning the website and brand elements.Identified, researched, and applied for new grant opportunities. Show less

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  Lynnhaven School

  Aug 2023 - now

  STEM Faculty Chair + Advisor

  Develop and teach project-based courses for 9th-12th grade students, including Geometry, Microbiology, Environmental Policy, and Flora & FaunaUtilize mastery and portfolio-based assessmentLead outdoor and environmental education initiatives including Arbor Day Tree Campus Designation, Naturalist Club, Mindfulness Club, Rock Climbing Elective, and Hiking ElectiveFaculty Member of the Year 2023-2024