Ian Slattery
Madrid
Summary
I am an enthusiastic secondary science educator with experience teaching Biology and Anatomy & Physiology through inquiry-based, student-centered instruction. I am passionate about building positive classroom culture that supports diverse learners and encourages critical thinking and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meddeas Language Assistant
Colegio Edith Stein
Madrid
01.2026 - Current
- Support English language development for students in Grades 5-12 through conversation-based instruction
- Lead small-group speaking activities to improve fluency, pronunciation, and confidence
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to adapt lessons for diverse learners
Student Teacher
Branford High School
Branford, CT
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Planned and taught Biology and Anatomy & Physiology lessons using inquiry-based instruction
- Implemented OpenSciEd curriculum to develop student scientific literacy and critical thinking
- Assumed full classroom responsibilities including grading, lesson planning, assessment, and classroom management
- Completed four formal observations by university supervisors
Science Education Intern
Branford High School
Branford, CT
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Served as long-term substitute for Health & Physical Education, independently planning and grading coursework
- Designed lessons aligned with state standards and tracked student progress using Infinite Campus
- Supported freshman Biology instruction with a focus on scientific literacy skills
NALCAP Language Assistant
IES Neil Armstrong
Madrid, Spain
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Supported English fluency for students in 3º ESO through 2º Bachillerato
- Led speaking, reading activities for Cambridge English assessments
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design and adapt instructional materials
Education
M.A.T - Secondary Science (Biology)
Quinnipiac University, School of Education
North Haven, CT11.2025
B.S. - Psychology and B.S. Exercise and Sports Science
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, College of Arts and Sciences
Chapel Hill, NC05.2023
Skills
- Inquiry-based instruction
- OpenSciEd
- Google Suite
Certification
Connecticut Initial Educator Certificate- Biology (Grades 4-12)
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Youth Soccer Coach, Guilford, CT August 2020-December 2020
Server & Bartender, Bufalina, Guilford CT August 2024-November 2025
Timeline
Meddeas Language Assistant
Colegio Edith Stein
01.2026 - Current
Student Teacher
Branford High School
08.2025 - 11.2025
Science Education Intern
Branford High School
08.2024 - 06.2025
NALCAP Language Assistant
IES Neil Armstrong
10.2023 - 06.2024
M.A.T - Secondary Science (Biology)
Quinnipiac University, School of Education
B.S. - Psychology and B.S. Exercise and Sports Science
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, College of Arts and Sciences