CHRISTINE GUSTAFSON
Omaha
Summary
Dedicated to empowering students through relevant and engaging lessons, with a strong commitment to driving meaningful change in the education system. Focused on fostering critical thinking and scientific literacy while creating an environment where students become informed consumers of science. Emphasizes the importance of individual backgrounds and experiences, highlighting the unique skills each student contributes to the classroom community. Utilizes phenomena-centered teaching methods to cultivate a passion for continuous learning and exploration among all students.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Teacher
Millard South High School
Omaha, NE
08.2019 - Current
- Curriculum Materials Adoption and Review Committees
- Common District Assessment Writer
- Professional Development Workshop Facilitator
- Designed and implemented engaging chemistry curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom community environment that encouraged student inquiry and participation.
President
Nebraska Association of Teachers of Science, NE
NE
10.2020 - 10.2024
- State Level Leadership
- Professional Development
- State-wide conference planning
- Mentored emerging leaders within the association, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth.
Science Methods Course Instructor
Doane University
Lincoln, NE
08.2019 - 06.2024
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated interactive discussions to promote critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Served as a mentor for pre-service educators, providing guidance on best practices in lesson planning, instructional delivery, and classroom management strategies.
Science Teacher
Platteview High School
Springfield, NE
08.2012 - 05.2019
- Science Department Chair
- Initiated implementation of NGSS standards
- Leadership Team
- Curriculum Review Team
- Freshman Volleyball Coach
Science Teacher
Lincoln North Star High School
Lincoln, NE
08.2006 - 05.2012
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Platteview Middle School
Springfield, NE
08.2003 - 05.2006
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs in classroom settings.
- Freshman Volleyball Coach
- Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach
- Jr. High Track Coach
Education
Master Of Science (M.S.) - Curriculum and Instruction
Doane University
Lincoln, NE05-2018
No Degree - Noyce Master Teacher Fellow - PhD Student
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-2028
Skills
- National, State, and District Professional Learning Presenter
- Anchored Inquiry Unit Planning
- Noyce Mentor
- Standards Based Grading
- Classroom Community through Collaboration/Student Teams
- Community Partnerships
- State Assessment Development with NDE
- Assessment Bias Review
- Multi-state Professional Development (MINK & Co)
Timeline
President
Nebraska Association of Teachers of Science, NE
10.2020 - 10.2024
Chemistry Teacher
Millard South High School
08.2019 - Current
Science Methods Course Instructor
Doane University
08.2019 - 06.2024
Science Teacher
Platteview High School
08.2012 - 05.2019
Science Teacher
Lincoln North Star High School
08.2006 - 05.2012
8th Grade Science Teacher
Platteview Middle School
08.2003 - 05.2006
Master Of Science (M.S.) - Curriculum and Instruction
Doane University
No Degree - Noyce Master Teacher Fellow - PhD Student
University of Nebraska, Lincoln