1. Erica D. Larson
1531 Plum St. Iowa City, IA 52240
319.325.4951 ericadlarson@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/EricaDLarson
Summary
Science Educator with proven curriculum, instruction, and assessment skills in K-12
classrooms, Higher Education, Area Education Agency, and a not-for-profit assessment
company. Exceptional accomplishments in the development and implementation of quality,
evidence-based science instruction, the development and delivery of evidence-based professional
development for LEA and AEA staff, and the development and delivery of standardized
assessments aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards and the ACT College and Career
Readiness Standards.
Experience
ACT Content Specialist III - Science 2014-2015
§ Worked with a team of 10 content specialists to develop standardized assessments to be
delivered online for classroom use in grades 3-8 (program title: Aspire Periodic Classroom
Assessments)
Grant Wood AEA – Science Curriculum Consultant 2001-2013
§ Provided leadership and technical assistance for K-12 Science Programs designed to provide
all learners with comprehensive, cohesive science experiences.
§ Collaborated with other agencies that share our mission of providing leadership and support
for exemplary science teaching to ensure success for all learners.
§ Supported school districts in their science school improvement initiatives.
§ Provided professional development for K-12 teachers of science.
§ Coordinated science aspect of the Enhancing Education Through Technology (E2T2) grant.
§ Planned, designed and facilitated the Iowa Statewide Science Initiative titled: Every Learner
Inquires (ELI)
§ Reviewed current research on scientifically based instructional strategies for the Iowa
Department of Education Content Network.
§ Facilitated K-12 science curriculum review in the local school districts.
§ Assisted teachers in implementing inquiry-based science in their classrooms.
§ Provided technical assistance with the alignment and development of district-wide science
assessments.
§ Served as Project Director of a State Math/Science Partnership (MSP) Grant titled: Science
and Mathematics Renewed Avenues for Teachers and Students (SMARTS)
Tipton Community School District – Secondary Science Teacher 1987-2000
§ Specialized in chemistry, physics, physical science, earth/space science and environmental
chemistry. Team-taught Iowa River Studies class.
§ Served as Academic Decathlon, volleyball, basketball, and track coach.
§ Completed and managed budgets and grants.

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Tipton Community School District – Secondary Science Teacher (continued) 1987-2000
§ Served on the District Technology Committee, K-12 Science Curriculum Committee and the
NCA Steering Committee
Previous School District Experience – Secondary Science Teacher 1981-1987
• Farmington Independent School District, Farmington, MN. Taught High School Chemistry
and Physical Science (1985-1987)
• Muncie Community School District, Muncie, IN. Taught Junior High Science (1983-1985)
• Mitchell Community School District, Mitchell, SD. Taught Junior High Science (1981-1983)
Education
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA.
Ph.D. in Science Education
M.A.T.
B.S. in General Science
Professional Development
Attended numerous workshops and in-services focused on educational topics including: Iowa
Core, Comprehensive School Leadership, Assessment for Learning, Instructional Decision
Making, Reading in the Content Areas, Facilitating and Leading Groups, and many more.
Complete transcripts of past professional development training are on file with Teach Iowa
application.
Technology Skills
Microsoft suite (including OneNote, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), connectivity
software (including WebEx, Adobe Connect Pro, Go-to-Meeting, and Skype), online facilitation
software, such as Moodle, and SPSS data analytic software.