Jean L. Heinsohn

Education:

SUNY College at Potsdam - Potsdam, NY

Master of Science in Teaching, 1999;

Bachelor of Arts, 1996;

New York State Teaching Certification, 1999;

University of North London - London, England (Fall, 1995).

Graduate Major:

Secondary Social Studies.

Major: Political Science,

Minor: Women’s Studies

Honors:

Pi Sigma Alpha International Political Science Honor Society; Dean’s List 1994-1996; President’s

List 1996; Research Assistant Economics Department.

Computer Experience:

Proficient in WindowsXP, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Citrus, PowerGrade, and ExamGen.

Professional Experience:

Tuckahoe Union-Free School District - Social Studies Teacher

Eleventh and Twelfth Grade Social Studies, Eastchester, N.Y                                          9/99-Present

·        Extensive dependence on technology in the classroom such as animated PowerPoint presentations and Web based learning using Web quests.

·        Comprehensive use of multicultural perspectives such as:

*        The Latin American account of imperialism.

*        The Japanese American reaction to Internment during WWII.

·        Extensive reliance on diverse teaching methods such as:

*        A group photo analysis of the urban tenements at the turn of the century.

*        The use of songs to enhance the understanding of the Vietnam War and the 1960’s.

*        Oral history project used to gain first hand perspective on the experience of citizens or soldiers

during any of the major US wars.

PaineWebber - College Recruiting Assistant

College and University Relations, Weehawken, N.J.                                                         7/96-10/97

·        Facilitated career fairs and campus presentations using animated PowerPoint presentations.

·        Coordinated the New Employee Orientation and the Summer Internship Program.

House Of Commons - Assistant to the Local Party Representative

Labour Party Constituency Office Internship, London, England                                      Fall, 1995

·        Performed administrative, interpersonal and organizational duties including contacting constituents to notify them of upcoming legislative decisions and events.

Tuckahoe Athletic Department, Eastchester, N.Y.                                                             2001-2007

·        Worked with a coaching philosophy that required all members to receive adequate playing time.

·        Stressed personal and team improvement over the course of the season.

·        First aid and C.P.R. certified.

·        Anticipated completion of New York State Coaching Certification - October 2007.

Activities:

·           President Bronx Irish Soccer League.

·           Board Member Carroll Garden Owners Corp.

·           SUNY Potsdam Women’s Varsity Soccer.

·           Student Association for Gender Equality.

·           Chemistry and World Politics Tutor.

·           Volunteer, Carolyn McCarthy Campaign.

·            Extensive travel throughout World.

References Available Upon Request