Lawrence J. Flint
Education
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven, PA
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven, PA
Academic Accomplishments
- Undergraduate Dean's List
- Graduate 3.97 overall GPA; 4.0 GPA in science courses; total of 48 graduate credits
- Undergraduate 3.1 overall GPA; 3.1 GPA in science courses; total of 162 undergraduate credits
- Completed independent study; Web Page Design – Science Education Resources
- Highly experienced with integration of computer technology into teaching
Teaching Experience
Physics and Chemistry Teacher: Williamsport Area High School, Williamsport, PA 8/99 - present
- Currently teaching academic level physics and chemistry in a large rural high school
- Effectively incorporate use of PowerPoint in chemistry lectures
- Incorporate web based instruction and a virtual classroom into daily instruction
- Provided web site authoring training to K-12 staff at a district-wide inservice
- Technical Advisor, WILLSERVE (Williamsport Students Engaged in Real Volunteer Efforts), 2000-2001
- Faculty Senate President, 2002-2005 (Previously Faculty Senate Vice President (2001-2002)
Chemistry Teacher: Pocono Mountain High School and Pocono Mountain Senior High School, Swiftwater, PA 1/99 - 6/99
- Taught Academic Chemistry and Applied Chemistry in a very large school with an extremely diverse student population
- Developed laboratory exercises and daily demonstrations to aid instruction under a "block" scheduling scheme
- Designed laboratory exercises and provided science text resources for a special education teacher to use in her curriculum
Student Teacher: Jersey Shore High School, Jersey Shore, PA 10/98-12/98
- Designed and taught units of instruction for Physics I and AP Physics classes including laboratory exercises and cooperative learning projects
- Worked with faculty in establishing computer network connectivity at the high school
- Earned Credit with Honors distinction
Student Teacher: Williamsport Area High School, Williamsport, PA 8/98-10/98
- Developed and taught units of instruction for 10th grade chemistry classes
- Aided in the development of school district web server and web pages
- Presented workshop on web page design for middle and high school teachers at a district–wide inservice
- Incorporated the internet and computerized data collection to enhance instruction
- Collaborated with sign language interpreter to assist deaf student in class
- Earned Credit with Honors distinction
Tutor, Department of Academic Development & Counseling, Lock Haven University of PA; 9/95-12/98
- Tutored over 75 undergraduate students in Physics I & II, Principles of Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Meteorology, Astronomy I and Atomic & Nuclear Physics
- Evaluated students and maintained weekly progress reports
- Consulted with course instructors regarding course and examination material
Classroom Participations: Bald Eagle Nittany High School, Mill Hall, PA 3/96-4/96 and Lock Haven High School, Lock Haven, PA 3/95-4/95 (Both schools consolidated to Central Mountain High School)
- Taught physics, physical science and astronomy (8th-12th grades)
- Developed and taught two week unit on star structure and stellar evolution
- Taught 8th grade physical science classes
Research Experience
Research Experience for Teachers (RET), Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) : The Pennsylvania State University; University Park, PA; Summer 2003
- Conducted collaborative research on the production and characterization of lead nanowires (20 to 70nm diameter). Developing novel procedures to electrodeposit aqueous lead into a polycarbonate membrane.
- Research in progress
Discovery Ride - Cycle Across America 2002
- Solo bicycle journey across the continental United States during the summer of 2002 to collect ride data with a GPS unit.
- Studyied the effect that terrain, wind, and endurance training have on long distance touring bicyclist performance.
- Study is still in progress.
Research Experience for Teachers (RET), Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) : The Pennsylvania State University; University Park, PA; Summer 2001
- Conducted original materials science research on Yttrium-Barium-Copper-Oxide (YBCO) superconductors. Research focus was on producing macroscale samples that exhbit the Meissner effect at minimal cost in the high school science class.
- Collaborated with a material science group in the production of magnetic semiconductor materials. Responsible for sample preparation and processing.
- Manufactured an interface box which expands the flexibility of connection combinations for a measurement apparatus.
- Instructed hands-on inquiry experiences for Women In Science and Engineering (WISE)
Master's degree capstone project, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania; 2001
Professional Development Experiences
- National Science Teacher Assocation National Convention - Philadelphia, PA
- National Science Teacher Association Regional Conventions - Pittsburgh, PA (1998) and Baltimore, MD (2000)
- Pennsylvania Educational Technology Conference - Hershey, PA (2002)
- RET Conference
Professional Presentations
- Honda Insight - An Environmental Wonder. Vehicle science presentation, energy conservation teaching strategies, and vehicle demonstration given at Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Education Workshop for high school teachers. The Pennsylvania State University - July 9, 2003.
- Material Science at Penn State University - A Participant's Perspective. Delivered an address regarding the summer Research Experience for Teachers - Spring 2002
- Panelist: Bringing Scientific Instrumentation into the Classroom. NSF Bringing Research Into the Science Classroom (BRISC) conference - San Francisco, CA; April 18-20, 2002
- Member: NASA's Beyond Einstein project educational material development focus group. The Pennsylvania State University - March 8, 2005.
Business and Government Experience
Owner, Flint Enterprises; 2000 to present
- E-Commerce business with mail order sales of Drum and Bugle Corps and Marching Band apparel, direct and consignment online auction sales, and web page authoring solutions
- Educational technology consulting
Governor, Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education; 3/98-12/98
- Appointed by Governor Tom Ridge to serve on a twenty member Board of Governors entrusted with the development and operation of Pennsylvania's fourteen public universities attended by nearly 100,000 students
- Contributed to policy formation in the areas of Academic and Student Affairs
- Member of the Task Force on Science and Advanced Technology Education
President, Student Cooperative Council, Inc., Lock Haven University of PA; 5/96-5/98
- Oversaw operation of a $1.5 million student services corporation and student senate
- Initiated Student's Choice Award program for outstanding teaching faculty
- Instrumental in the design of and student approval for the construction of a $5.5 million student recreation center
- Also served as Student Cooperative Council Vice President for one year, Speaker of the Senate for five months, Woolridge Hall Senator for two years and Commutor Senator for five months
Parliamentarian, Pennsylvania Board of Student Government Presidents, PA State System of Higher Education; 5/96-5/98
- Served on the Executive Board of an organization that represents the views of nearly 100,000 university students to the Chancellor and Board of Governors of the State System of Higher Education.
- Responsible for consitutional adherance and rules of order.
Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination Hearing Panel Member, Lock Haven University of PA; 9/95 - 5/98
- Reviewed cases of sexual harrasment and gender discrimination between students, faculty and staff members
- Ruled during formal hearings of sexual harrasment and gender discrimination
Assistant Director, Heritage Scout Reservation, Greater Pittsburgh Council, BSA; Summers 98–99
- Directed business operation at a large Boy Scout camp serving 7000 youth per summer
- Trained and supervised business staff of 12 people at three locations
- Responsible for operation of three retail stores that see $20,000 gross per week
- Served as Assistant Business Director, 1993–97; Business Manager, 1991–92; Climbing Director, 2000
Assistant Director, Tuscarora Outdoor Education Center, Binghamton, NY; 5/96, 5/97, 5/98
- Developed learning activities for 4th, 5th & 6th grade environmental education camps
- Served as liaison between camp staff and school personnel
- Trained and supervised staff of 10 camp counselors
Counselor, Scranton–Pocono Girl Scout Council, Scranton, PA; 5/94, 5/95, 5/96, 5/97, 5/98
- Facilitated learning at environmental and outdoor education camps for 4th and 5th grade students
- Led students in "low ropes" adventure course
Awards & Accomplishments
- Who's Who Among America's Teachers (2001-2002)
- Thomas Hoy Scholar for academic excellence as a science education major (undergraduate)
- Max Fromm Scholar for professional promise as a teacher (undergraduate)
- Student Cooperative Council Scholar for leadership and academic excellence (undergraduate)
- Student of the Month, Lock Haven Rotary; January 1998
(first college student to receive honor; usually reserved for area high school students)
- Founding member, Lock Haven University Leadership Society (O&Mac198;K fraternity colony)
- Founding member, Lock Haven University Physics Club
- Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Memberships
- American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT)
- American Chemical Society (ACS)
- Pennsylvania Science Teachers Association (PSTA)
- National Education Association (NEA)
- Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA).
Credentials
Career Services, Lock Haven University of PA, Lock Haven, PA 17745; (570) 893–2181