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Grace Weber
Physics educator with **+ years of experience, seeking to transition into a
new career . Eager to apply my teaching, organizational, and creative skills to drive programs that empower individuals and create community impact. 5123 E 24th St
Tulsa, Ok 74114
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Holland Hall, Tulsa, OK — Upper School Science Teacher August 2020 - PRESENT
Taught 3 sections of 9th grade "Physics and Engineering Principles" and 1 section of 11th/12th grade "Physics," engaging
~70 students in hands-on learning.
Implemented competency-based learning practices as part of a 10-year strategic plan and developed rubrics using evidence-based methods.
Participated in professional development focused on feedback through the Global Online Academy (GOA) and fostered inclusive, equity-focused learning environments.
Holland Hall, Tulsa, OK — Freshman Orientation Coordinator August 2021 - PRESENT
Coordinated multiple camping trips, overseeing student and faculty leaders while ensuring safety and effective group management in a challenging outdoor setting.
Developed and led a comprehensive training program for student leaders, focusing on risk management, inclusivity, and outdoor skills to prepare for the trip.
Facilitated the transition of 9th-grade students into the community, creating an inclusive environment and supporting their integration through hands-on activities and mentorship. University of Minnesota, Duluth, MN — Research Assistant January 2020 - August 2020
Researched radiatively driven convection in ice-free lakes, leading the analysis of thermistor and ADCP data to improve understanding of lake dynamics and environmental processes.
Collaborated with a team and applied advanced data collection techniques while demonstrating strong teamwork,
problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
Co-authored a peer-reviewed scientific paper on lake convection.
Developed a model to track micro-particulates, contributing to environmental monitoring of the Duluth estuary and Lake Superior.
EDUCATION
University of Minnesota,
Duluth, MN
MS in Physics
August 2018 - August 2021
Activities and societies:
Participated in planning and
organizing CUWiP
(Conference for
Undergraduate Women in
Physics), conducted research
at LLO (Large Lakes
Observatory) and worked as a
teachers assistant and
research assistant.
University of Puget Sound,
Tacoma, WA
BS in Physics
August 2012 - May 2016
Activities and societies: Puget
Sound Outdoors, Passages
Leader (Orientation), Physics
Club, Kayak Club, Yoga Club,
Students Alliance for
Satyagraha Studies, WIXEN
(women empowerment
group)
SKILLS/PROFICIENCIES
Google Suites, Windows
Suites, Matlab, Latex, Logger
Pro, Python, R, SQL, Tableau,
Arduino, organizational
skills, community
engagement, event planning,
data analysis, statistics, data
visualization,
communication, problem
solving
University of Minnesota, Duluth, MN — Teacher’s Assistant August 2018 - December 2019
Instructed undergraduate physics labs, guiding students through hands-on experiments, providing individualized support, and creating an engaging learning environment.
Maintained accurate records, managed lab equipment and safety protocols, and developed supplementary materials to simplify complex physics concepts.
Tulane, New Orleans, LA — Teacher’s Assistant
August 2017 - May 2018
Led introductory physics labs, fostering student engagement, critical thinking, and improved performance through hands-on experiments and individualized support.
Collaborated with faculty to enhance the lab curriculum and utilized innovative teaching methods to create an interactive and effective learning environment.
Sylvan Learning Center, Tulsa, OK — Math, Science, SAT and ACT Tutor
November 2016 - May 2017
Provided personalized instruction in Physics, Math, and ACT preparation, adapting lessons to meet unique learning needs.
Taught effective test-taking strategies, time management, and problem-solving techniques to help students improve standardized test scores.
University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA — Grader/Teacher’s Assistant
August 2013 - May 2016
Graded assignments and assisted in weekly lab sessions to enhance student understanding of introductory Physics concepts.
Managed 6-10 hours weekly supporting academic success through tutoring and efficient workload management. Concordia Language Villages, Bemidji, MN — Kitchen Staff June 2010 - August 2013
Progressed through multiple roles from Dishwasher to Head Baker, demonstrating leadership and adaptability while balancing culinary duties with educational responsibilities.
Led food preparation for 200+ campers, overseeing daily baking operations and managing inventory, ensuring efficiency and high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
Taught Spanish to campers, fostering language development while collaborating with staff to create a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere.
LANGUAGES
English, Spanish, Italian,
Norwegian, Chinese
PUBLICATIONS/LINKS
Characterizing temporal and
spatial scales of radiatively
driven convection in a deep,
ice-free lake:
https://doi.org/10.1002/lno.
12203
REFERENCES
Dr. Dan Bloom
Head of Science Department/
Upper School Physics Teacher
Holland Hall
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Mr. Paige Arnold
Upper School Chemistry
Teacher
Holland Hall
*******@***********.***
Dr. Jay Austin
Professor of Physics and
Astronomy
University of Minnesota Duluth
*******@*.***.***
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Data Science Certificate, Coursera
January 2025 - current
Completing the IBM Data Science Professional Certificate on Coursera, covering data analysis, machine learning, Python programming, and tools like Jupyter Notebooks, SQL, and IBM Cloud.
Equity Design Lab, Nashville, TN
July 26 2023 - July 28, 2023
The Equity Design Lab Professional Development program in Nashville offers educators and community leaders a collaborative space to learn and implement strategies for advancing racial equity and inclusion within their organizations and classrooms. Feedback through GOA, Tulsa, Ok
Aug 2022 - present
The Global Online Academy's professional development on feedback focuses on equipping educators with effective strategies and tools to provide constructive, timely, and meaningful feedback to enhance student learning and growth. Neuroteach through CTTL, Tulsa, OK
Aug 2020 - present
The professional development with Glen Whitman on Neuroteach through CTTL (Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning) explores how neuroscience principles can be applied to teaching practices to improve student engagement, learning outcomes, and cognitive development.
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