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Maureen McIntyre Connell
Leapfrog Program Coordinator, Center for Talent Development |
Biography
With three years of elementary teaching experience, Maureen Connell is well-suited to her position as program coordinator for Leapfrog, which serves students completing PreK through grade 3. She oversees Leapfrog admissions, instructor recruitment, course planning and logistical coordination, ensuring that the program runs smoothly and that participant expectations are met or exceeded. Maureen is inspired by the curious, authentic and engaged people – children and adults alike – whom she meets in her role. Given Leapfrog’s growth, she has also enjoyed being able to help an increasing number of people each of the four years she has been with the Center for Talent Development. Maureen double-majored in English and human development at Boston College, earning a bachelor’s degree there and a master’s degree in elementary education from Northwestern University. When not working at CTD, Maureen can be found running along Chicago’s streets or lakefront. Her greatest athletic achievement? Completing the Boston Marathon in less than four hours!Awards/Honors
2003 - Americorps Scholarship
Research/Scholarship
Education
Year Degree Institution 2006 MS, Education and Social Policy Northwestern University 2003 NU-TEACH, Teaching Certificate
Alternative Certification (NU-TEACH)Northwestern University 2001 Bachelor's in English & Human Development Boston College
Service/Recognition
Community Service
June, 2001 - June, 2003 Worked as a volunteer teacher in the Inner-City Teaching Corps. August, 1997 - May, 2001 Participated in various community service projects as an undergraduate.
Professional
Position Responsibilities
- Oversee the PreK-3rd grade Leapfrog Summer Program