Heather Hirsch

Prepare and facilitate specialized instruction for students identified as gifted learners by the CogAT, including planning and instruction in mathematics, science, and elementary music.

Mentored students, promoted leadership skills, conducted fundraisers, planned school dances, prepared presentations for conventions, and worked with students to build confidence.

Promoted sportsmanship, provided instruction in basic skills and rules, researched and planned drills, and maintained supply inventory for basketball, softball, volleyball, and cheer.

Prepared and delivered professional development, facilitated PLCs, organized curriculum resources, mentored teachers, analyzed data for school goals, coordinated state testing, and mediated between staff and administration.

Promoted leadership, analyzed student GPAs for membership, organized induction ceremonies, tracked service hours, planned meetings, and conducted service projects.

Taught 7th grade math and pre-algebra, planned standards-based lessons, and provided positive reinforcement for student achievements.

Planned standards-based lessons, instructed students in Arizona State Standards, provided positive reinforcement, attended professional trainings, and built positive relationships with students and parents.

Attended monthly team leader meetings, provided information to team members, and submitted paperwork and meeting minutes.

Met with assigned mentee teacher weekly, provided support and advice on issues, and submitted documentation regarding meetings.

Held annual trainings regarding the preparation, use, and management of Galileo Instructional Dialogues as classroom tools.

Master of Education in Learning and Technology from Western Governors University, completed in 2016.

Grade: Summa Cum Laude

Bachelor of Science in Education from Northern Arizona University, graduated Summa Cum Laude.

Completed Wedding & Event Planning certification through US Event Guide.

Completed Associates/Transfer program at Mesa Community College.

Earned a Scholastic Diploma from Mesa High School.