Bailey Farris

Secondary Science Teacher at Thornton Academy
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Portland, Maine, United States, US

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Credentials

  • State of Maine Professional Teacher Certification, Science (Life)
    Maine Department of Education
    Jun, 2022
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Thornton Academy
    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Secondary Science Teacher
      • Sep 2022 - Present

      • Develop and implement curriculum for 9th grade physical science and 9th-12th grade biology that aligns with school and department guidelines and standards. • Assist students in building SEL, executive functioning, and transferrable skills that can be applied beyond the academic classroom. • Operate in a manner that reflects TA's values and four pillars: respect, responsibility, compassion, and investment. • Create an educationally and socially inclusive environment to support learners at all developmental stages and learners of diverse backgrounds. Show less

  • Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours
    • United States
    • Hospitality
    • Deckhand / Tour Guide
      • Apr 2018 - Oct 2022

      • Assist in the daily operation of up to 100-ton license boats including but not limited to line handing, tank pumping, and upkeep • Utilize public speaking skills to provide an educational experience for customers through a spoken tour of Casco Bay’s historical, geographic, socioeconomic, and biological components • Operate safely under changing conditions and maintain a professional manner • Assist in the daily operation of up to 100-ton license boats including but not limited to line handing, tank pumping, and upkeep • Utilize public speaking skills to provide an educational experience for customers through a spoken tour of Casco Bay’s historical, geographic, socioeconomic, and biological components • Operate safely under changing conditions and maintain a professional manner

  • Gorham High School
    • United States
    • Primary and Secondary Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Student Teacher
      • Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

      As a graduate student in the USM Extended Teacher Education Program (ETEP), my spring placement at Gorham High School is in an Advanced and AP Biology classroom. • Collaborated with learning specialists to develop tools to address various classroom & content barriers • Developed teaching unit, formative, and summative assessments using backwards design principles As a graduate student in the USM Extended Teacher Education Program (ETEP), my spring placement at Gorham High School is in an Advanced and AP Biology classroom. • Collaborated with learning specialists to develop tools to address various classroom & content barriers • Developed teaching unit, formative, and summative assessments using backwards design principles

  • Gorham Middle School
    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Student Teacher
      • Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

      As a graduate student in the USM Extended Teacher Education Program (ETEP), my fall placement at Gorham Middle School was in a 7th Grade Life Science classroom. Responsibilities included: • Created and taught series of lessons aligned with NGSS and school standards, with scaffolds and modifications for various learning styles. • Co-taught with mentor, collaborated with a teaching team, and worked with professionals within the building to support student learning. • Built connections and trust with students to create an engaging and inviting learning environment. • Integrated technology safely and responsibly into the classroom. Show less

  • Kennebunkport Conservation Trust
    • United States
    • Environmental Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Assistant Director of Programs and Outreach
      • Nov 2018 - Jul 2021

      • Develops, implements, and assists in bringing environmental education programs to the RSU21 School District, with a focus on K-5 education • Researches and applies for grants to acquire funding for major projects and conservation efforts undertaken by the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust • Assists in small and large scale events for fundraising, brand messaging, and membership recruitment, such as Trust Trail Fest and the Great Zombie Dash • Co-manages various social media accounts and Trust website, online campaigns, and public outreach avenues for the purpose of connecting Trust to community • Supervises high school and university volunteer groups and interns throughout the spring, summer, and fall semesters Show less

  • University of New England
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Library Clerk
      • Aug 2016 - Aug 2018

      • Supports book circulation, student resources, and teaching objectives• Problem solving technical maintenance issues while maintaining a productive environment• Maintains positive customer service interactions

    • Stage Manager
      • Jan 2015 - May 2018

      • Lead and contract technical and backstage efforts in coordination with seasonal productions• Supervise and organize scheduling/communications between director/producer and cast• Provide assistance to director for creative, administrative, and detail oriented tasks• Expands support for the club, building a foundation for further growth

  • LearningWorks
    • South Africa
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Resident Scientist
      • Jan 2018 - May 2018

      • Contribute to afterschool learning program by engaging elementary students in hands on activities • Act as a go-to classroom resource for students to further their knowledge of scientific concepts • Work with LWAS teachers, site coordinators, directors, and staff to build positive relationships with students and support lessons around engineering, avalanches, oils spills, and other curriculum topics • Contribute to afterschool learning program by engaging elementary students in hands on activities • Act as a go-to classroom resource for students to further their knowledge of scientific concepts • Work with LWAS teachers, site coordinators, directors, and staff to build positive relationships with students and support lessons around engineering, avalanches, oils spills, and other curriculum topics

    • Environmental Education Intern
      • Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

      • Implemented environmental, alternative educational outreach to local at risk youth • Furthered stewardship and practical resource conservation tactics through community education • Fostered community engagement in the Land Trust through the creation of a social media campaign • Created/taught programs to compliment learning objectives of the Kennebunkport education system K-12 • Implemented environmental, alternative educational outreach to local at risk youth • Furthered stewardship and practical resource conservation tactics through community education • Fostered community engagement in the Land Trust through the creation of a social media campaign • Created/taught programs to compliment learning objectives of the Kennebunkport education system K-12

  • Seacoast Science Center
    • United States
    • Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Volunteer Coordinator Intern
      • Jun 2017 - Sep 2017

      • Organized and lead SSC volunteers in various weekly activities • Researched non-profit legislative/public advocacy policies for science education • Communicated with SSC staff, supervisors, volunteers, and administration • Assisted Supervisor in volunteer and event oversight/tasks; ex. Music by the Sea Concert series with vendors • Wrote three volunteer newsletters and published a newsletter on the Center’s blog • Organized and lead SSC volunteers in various weekly activities • Researched non-profit legislative/public advocacy policies for science education • Communicated with SSC staff, supervisors, volunteers, and administration • Assisted Supervisor in volunteer and event oversight/tasks; ex. Music by the Sea Concert series with vendors • Wrote three volunteer newsletters and published a newsletter on the Center’s blog

Education

  • University of Southern Maine
    M.S. Education: Teaching and Learning, 7-12 Life Science ETEP Program
    2021 - 2022
  • University of New England
    Bachelor's degree, Ocean Studies and Marine Affairs
    2014 - 2018

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