Vita
CAROLE ANN (Fankhauser) COX
ADDRESS Home: PO Box 455, 28381 Hwy 18, Parma, ID 83660, (208) 697-1946
Work: Parma High School, 137 Panther Way, Parma, ID 83660, (208) 779-4069
EDUCATION M.Ed in Natural Science/Science Education, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA, June 1987
B.A. in Education, Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA, June 1984, Major: Chemistry, Minor: Biology
B.S. in Chemistry (Biochemistry Option), Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA, June 1980, Minors: Biology and Math
TRAINING RCRA Refresher 14-Hour Training, 2004
OSHA 1910-120, 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations – Emergency Response Training (HAZWOPER), 2001
RCRA Hazardous Waste Regulations 14-Hour Training, 2001
CERTIFICATION Idaho Education Certificate (Standard Secondary) – Endorsement in Chemistry and Physical Science, June 2009
Oregon Basic (D-70) Teaching Certificate – Endorsement in Basic Chemistry, April 1988
Washington Standard Teaching Certificate (Elementary and Secondary), July 1987
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
· Science Teacher, Parma High School (Parma, ID) Jan.2006-present. Teaching Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, and Integrated Science classes. Chemistry and Physics courses are concurrent credit (dual credit) through Boise State University.
· Chemistry Instructor (Adjunct), College of Western Idaho (Nampa, ID) Aug.2010- present. Teaching Introductory Chemistry lecture & lab.
· Dual Credit Mentor, College of Western Idaho (Nampa, ID) Aug.2010- present. Mentor high school teachers who are teaching Dual Credit Chemistry course for CWI.
· On-line Teacher (Part-time), Idaho Digital Learning Academy (IDLA), 2011-2013. Teaching Chemistry. Developed a chemistry curriculum (lesson packages) in summer 2013.
· Chemistry Instructor (Full-time), College of Southern Idaho (Twin Falls, ID), 1999 – 2005. Teaching Introductory Chemistry (CHEM101) Lecture & Lab; General Chemistry (CHEM111) Lecture & Lab; Math for Chemistry (CHEM190).
· Chemistry Instructor (Part-time), College of Southern Idaho (Twin Falls, ID), 1993 – 1999. Teaching Introductory & General Chemistry labs.
· College Instructor (Part-time), Mt. Hood Community College (Gresham, OR), 1992. Taught General Chemistry Lab and General Chemistry Seminar.
· College Instructor (Part-time), Southwestern Oregon Community College (Coos Bay, OR), 1990. Taught Intermediate Algebra.
· Substitute Secondary Teacher, Coos County E.S.D., Spring 1988 to Spring 1991.
· Secondary Science and Math Teacher (Grades 9-12), Ferndale School District (Ferndale, WA), August 1984 to August 1987. Taught Chemistry, Physical Science (General and Remedial), and Algebra.
· Senior Research Technician, Analytical Chemistry Section at Battelle – Pacific Northwest Laboratories (Richland, WA), July 1980 to December 1983. Developed and performed analytical procedures for carcinogen research.
MEMBERSHIPS IN PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
· Idaho Science Teachers Association (ISTA)
· National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
· Idaho Academy of Science (IAS) – past member
· American Chemical Society (ACS) – past member
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
· Advisor to National Honor Society, Freshman Class, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (Parma High School)
· Served on Idaho State’s EOC (End-of-Course) Science Data Review Committee, EOC Science Standard Setting Committee, and ISAT Science Item & Test Review Committees. 2009-2015
· Present Chemistry Magic Shows in schools throughout the Magic Valley. 1995-2005.
· Teach Summer Science Camp for 3rd-8th grade children. College of Southern Idaho, 1999-2005.
· Coordinator for the Science Educations Symposium for the 42nd Annual Idaho Academy of Science meeting. (Workshops & presenters specifically for elementary and secondary science teachers throughout Southern Idaho.). College of Southern Idaho, 2000.
· Developed a Chem100 lab course specific for students in C.S.I. Auto Mechanic program. 2000.
· Coauthored Chemistry 111 Lab Manual for use at the College of Southern Idaho. 1996 (revised in 2004).
· In-service presentation. “Pass the Antioxidants, Secrets in Your Thanksgiving Dinner”. Presented to faculty of College of Southern Idaho. 2004.
· Developed a Handbook for Chemistry Work Study Students. 2003.
GRANTS
· CSI Foundation Grant, Purchased two spectrophotometers. 2002.
· Title III Stipend, Created Power Point Presentations for Introductory Chemistry sections. 2000.
AWARDS
· Idaho Giants (Governor's Industry Award for Notable Teaching in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Award - Honorable Mention Recipient, 2013
· Favorite Teacher of the Year (Student selected). Parma High School, 2007
· Rank Advancement from Instructor to Assistant Professor in Chemistry. College of Southern Idaho, 2004
· Favorite Teacher of the Year (Student selected). Ferndale High School, 1985.
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REFERENCES: Available upon request.