Cheryl Lynn Stephens
CHERYL LYNN STEPHENS
1074 Haley Court
Pacific, MO 63069
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Objective: Looking for a position that utilizes and challenges my organizational, instructional, and creative skills. Have extensive experience working with students, educators, administrators, and other academic professionals and a diagnostic and research laboratory background. These provide unique real-world support for professional or academic settings.
Experience:
2016-2020Consultant Highmark Companies LLC, Cary, NC
Consultant with Pearson/Savvas as a Curriculum Specialist presenting program training and activations throughout the country for sciences K-12, math K-5, humanities K-5, and AP electives. Presented virtual training.
2013-2018Administrative Administrative Assistant for the MRC-K9 (Missouri Region C canine search team). Maintained team training registers, financial records, and state and federal documents. Set up and managed social media sites. Supported team members in the field on active search and rescue missions. Hosted the CSAR (Canine Search and Rescue) conference in 2014.
2002-2013Teaching Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO
Adjunct faculty for Introduction to Forensic Science. Developed course for Forensic Chemistry.
1992-2013 Teaching Washington High School, Washington MO
Science teacher. Taught five science subjects and developed unique curricula for public high school in Forensics and Environmental Science. Developed a Forensic Science course for the high school and dual credit course. In 2001, as a Steering Committee member and presenter for the FSEC (Forensics Science Education Conference), in conjunction with Saint Louis University, Saigh Foundation, and The AAFS (American Academy of Forensic Sciences), put on four international conferences. The 2001 FSEC conference was the first of its kind and became the model for all AAFS conferences to follow.
1991-1992Teaching Austin East High School, Knoxville Tennessee. Chemistry Teacher.
1984-1989Teaching Pinelands Regional High School, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ Science teacher. Alternate Route To Certification (selected as member of first group In New Jersey). Biology, General Science
Education:
Saint Louis University Worked toward EdD, Curriculum & Instruction.
Saint Louis, Missouri (Hrs. completed- 42)
University of Tennessee Master of Science, Science Education
Knoxville, Tennessee
University of Tennessee Bachelor of Science,
Knoxville, Tennessee (Major-Microbiology, Minor- Physical Anthropology)
Research and Additional Experience
2013-2018Administrative Officer, Missouri Region “C” Technical Rescue team- Canine Division.
2005-PresentMember of the Editorial Advisory Board of “Forensic Teacher Magazine”. Authored seven articles on forensic science history and labs.
2003-2005Washington University- Science Outreach Summer Research Fellowship for Science Teachers Program, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellowship, St. Louis, Missouri
Developed curriculum for advanced high school science/introductory college biology classes involving original lab experience distinguishing Daphnia species using PCR based DNA analysis of hemoglobin gene sequence. Assisted in genetic research for PhD candidate thesis (NSF funded program).
1988- 1991Lab Technician University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine
Performed diagnostic parasitology lab tests on all species of animals. Prepared, conducted, and evaluated parasitology labs for veterinary students. Conducted research on Toxoplasma gondii. Presented at South-Eastern Society of Parasitologists meeting on “Toxoplasmosis in White-tailed Deer in Cade’s Cove, Great Smoky Mountains' ' Spring 1992.
1978-1980Social Security Administration, Toms River, New Jersey. Maintained confidential records. Scheduled follow-up communications. Performed reception duties, as necessary.
1975-1978Department of Defense, Department of Navy, Naval Air Engineering Center (NAEC), Lakehurst, New Jersey. Clerical duties in a variety of departments (mail, disposal, procurement). Maintained files and organized records. Scheduled disposal actions.
Norfolk Health Department, Norfolk VA Venereal Disease Investigator
Performed routine epidemiological investigation and interviews on venereal disease infections. Conducted field research for serological tests of female gonorrhea infections for the Communicable Disease Center, Atlanta, Georgia.
Certifications
Google Certified Educator Level 1
Missouri Teaching Certificate 9-12, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Science
New Jersey Teaching Certificate Biology, General Science
Workshop Presentations
Jeske, C.S. Toxoplasma gondii in White-tailed Deer in Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains. Presented at Southeastern Society of Parasitologists, 1992.
Presented two workshops at “Building Bridges Conference”, Fall 2001 & 2002
Presenter for “Math / Science Connection” in Saint Louis, 2000.
Member of the steering committee for the Forensic Science Education Conference, sponsored by the Saigh Foundation, the American Academy of Forensic Science and Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008Forensic Education
Field courses, University of Tennessee Knoxville, Forensic Anthropology Department :
Forensic Anthropology Field Methods: Outdoor Recovery Course
Comparative Osteology
Human taphonomy
Certificate of Completion, Investigation for Identification Conference, Pensacola, FL, 2005, 2007
Certificate of Attendance, Forensic Science Education Conference/VCU, Richmond, VA, /AAFS/Court TV, July 2007
Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 12 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2007.
Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 11 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2005.
Certificate of Attendance “Entomological Evidence from the Death Scene: A Forensics Entomology Workshop” Rensselaer, Indiana, Dr. Neal Haskell. Summer 2005
Certificate of Attendance, Illinois Coroners and Medical Examiner Association 2003 Medicolegal Death Investigation Conference, Summer 2003
Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 10 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2003.
Certificate of Attendance, Forensic Science Education Conference/New York City, Pace University/AAFS/Court TV, October 25-27, 2002
Certificate of Attendance, “Violence Risk and Threat Assessment”, J. Reid Meloy, PhD, Fall 2002
Steering committee for Forensic Science Education Conference, sponsored by the Saigh Foundation, the American Academy of Forensic Science and Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Summers 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008
Certificate of Attendance, “Sexually Violent Predators”, Roy Hazelwood. (FBI, retired), Spring 2002Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 9 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2001.
Certificate of Attendance Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Spring 2001.
Forty hours of observation with Missouri Region C Canine Search & Rescue team, Summer, 2001.
Forty hours of observation with Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Summer 2001.
Minor course of study for Bachelor of Science degree with Dr. William Bass, Department of Anthropology, University of Tennessee, 1972
References Available upon request
CHERYL LYNN STEPHENS
1074 Haley Court
Pacific, MO 63069
CELL: ------------
EMAIL:
------------
Objective: Looking for a position that utilizes and challenges my organizational, instructional, and creative skills. Have extensive experience working with students, educators, administrators, and other academic professionals and a diagnostic and research laboratory background. These provide unique real-world support for professional or academic settings.
Experience:
2016-2020Consultant Highmark Companies LLC, Cary, NC
Consultant with Pearson/Savvas as a Curriculum Specialist presenting program training and activations throughout the country for sciences K-12, math K-5, humanities K-5, and AP electives. Presented virtual training.
2013-2018Administrative Administrative Assistant for the MRC-K9 (Missouri Region C canine search team). Maintained team training registers, financial records, and state and federal documents. Set up and managed social media sites. Supported team members in the field on active search and rescue missions. Hosted the CSAR (Canine Search and Rescue) conference in 2014.
2002-2013Teaching Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO
Adjunct faculty for Introduction to Forensic Science. Developed course for Forensic Chemistry.
1992-2013 Teaching Washington High School, Washington MO
Science teacher. Taught five science subjects and developed unique curricula for public high school in Forensics and Environmental Science. Developed a Forensic Science course for the high school and dual credit course. In 2001, as a Steering Committee member and presenter for the FSEC (Forensics Science Education Conference), in conjunction with Saint Louis University, Saigh Foundation, and The AAFS (American Academy of Forensic Sciences), put on four international conferences. The 2001 FSEC conference was the first of its kind and became the model for all AAFS conferences to follow.
1991-1992Teaching Austin East High School, Knoxville Tennessee. Chemistry Teacher.
1984-1989Teaching Pinelands Regional High School, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ Science teacher. Alternate Route To Certification (selected as member of first group In New Jersey). Biology, General Science
Education:
Saint Louis University Worked toward EdD, Curriculum & Instruction.
Saint Louis, Missouri (Hrs. completed- 42)
University of Tennessee Master of Science, Science Education
Knoxville, Tennessee
University of Tennessee Bachelor of Science,
Knoxville, Tennessee (Major-Microbiology, Minor- Physical Anthropology)
Research and Additional Experience
2013-2018Administrative Officer, Missouri Region “C” Technical Rescue team- Canine Division.
2005-PresentMember of the Editorial Advisory Board of “Forensic Teacher Magazine”. Authored seven articles on forensic science history and labs.
2003-2005Washington University- Science Outreach Summer Research Fellowship for Science Teachers Program, Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellowship, St. Louis, Missouri
Developed curriculum for advanced high school science/introductory college biology classes involving original lab experience distinguishing Daphnia species using PCR based DNA analysis of hemoglobin gene sequence. Assisted in genetic research for PhD candidate thesis (NSF funded program).
1988- 1991Lab Technician University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine
Performed diagnostic parasitology lab tests on all species of animals. Prepared, conducted, and evaluated parasitology labs for veterinary students. Conducted research on Toxoplasma gondii. Presented at South-Eastern Society of Parasitologists meeting on “Toxoplasmosis in White-tailed Deer in Cade’s Cove, Great Smoky Mountains' ' Spring 1992.
1978-1980Social Security Administration, Toms River, New Jersey. Maintained confidential records. Scheduled follow-up communications. Performed reception duties, as necessary.
1975-1978Department of Defense, Department of Navy, Naval Air Engineering Center (NAEC), Lakehurst, New Jersey. Clerical duties in a variety of departments (mail, disposal, procurement). Maintained files and organized records. Scheduled disposal actions.
Norfolk Health Department, Norfolk VA Venereal Disease Investigator
Performed routine epidemiological investigation and interviews on venereal disease infections. Conducted field research for serological tests of female gonorrhea infections for the Communicable Disease Center, Atlanta, Georgia.
Certifications
Google Certified Educator Level 1
Missouri Teaching Certificate 9-12, Chemistry, Biology, Physical Science
New Jersey Teaching Certificate Biology, General Science
Workshop Presentations
Jeske, C.S. Toxoplasma gondii in White-tailed Deer in Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains. Presented at Southeastern Society of Parasitologists, 1992.
Presented two workshops at “Building Bridges Conference”, Fall 2001 & 2002
Presenter for “Math / Science Connection” in Saint Louis, 2000.
Member of the steering committee for the Forensic Science Education Conference, sponsored by the Saigh Foundation, the American Academy of Forensic Science and Saint Louis University’s School of Medicine, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008Forensic Education
Field courses, University of Tennessee Knoxville, Forensic Anthropology Department :
Forensic Anthropology Field Methods: Outdoor Recovery Course
Comparative Osteology
Human taphonomy
Certificate of Completion, Investigation for Identification Conference, Pensacola, FL, 2005, 2007
Certificate of Attendance, Forensic Science Education Conference/VCU, Richmond, VA, /AAFS/Court TV, July 2007
Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 12 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2007.
Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 11 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2005.
Certificate of Attendance “Entomological Evidence from the Death Scene: A Forensics Entomology Workshop” Rensselaer, Indiana, Dr. Neal Haskell. Summer 2005
Certificate of Attendance, Illinois Coroners and Medical Examiner Association 2003 Medicolegal Death Investigation Conference, Summer 2003
Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 10 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2003.
Certificate of Attendance, Forensic Science Education Conference/New York City, Pace University/AAFS/Court TV, October 25-27, 2002
Certificate of Attendance, “Violence Risk and Threat Assessment”, J. Reid Meloy, PhD, Fall 2002
Steering committee for Forensic Science Education Conference, sponsored by the Saigh Foundation, the American Academy of Forensic Science and Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Summers 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008
Certificate of Attendance, “Sexually Violent Predators”, Roy Hazelwood. (FBI, retired), Spring 2002Certificate of Attendance, Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Master’s Series 9 Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Summer 2001.
Certificate of Attendance Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Medico-Legal Death Investigation Course, Spring 2001.
Forty hours of observation with Missouri Region C Canine Search & Rescue team, Summer, 2001.
Forty hours of observation with Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Summer 2001.
Minor course of study for Bachelor of Science degree with Dr. William Bass, Department of Anthropology, University of Tennessee, 1972
References Available upon request