Objective To teach and inspire children within a dynamic school environment
Education Master of Arts in Education (2013) Michigan State University, East Lansing MI Concentration in Education and Technology Online MAED Program
Fifth Year Teaching Intern Program (2009-2010) Michigan State University, East Lansing MI Hazel Park Public Schools, Hazel Park MI
Bachelor of Arts (2008) Michigan State University, East Lansing MI Major in Elementary Education, teaching major Language Arts
Professional Certification Elementary Provisional Certificate – K-5 all subjects Middle School Language Arts Endorsement Teaching Experience Fifth Grade Teacher, Chillum Elementary School, Hyattsville, MD August 2009 – present · differentiated instruction across the curriculum in all subject areas · individualized learning for students in correlation with various learning styles · incorporated levels of academic rigor in all subject areas · motivated students to become responsible and hardworking individuals · promoted respectful behavior while being consistent with classroom management · supported students in mastering components of the English language · included weekly small group rotations as part of the reading block · conducted conferences with parents and students to monitor student progress · provided students with authentic assessments to measure their overall knowledge · analyzed data in order to determine strengths and focus areas
Second Grade Teacher, Hoover Elementary School, Hazel Park, MI August 2008 – May 2009 · co-planned and co-taught all subjects during the fall semester · responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing all subjects for ten weeks · shared Lucy Calkins workshop information with elementary school staff · participated in organizing and carrying out a variety of educational events as a member of the Positive Environment Committee and P.T.A · maintained a wide-ranging literacy program which included Dolch Words, Making Meaning, Being a Writer, Phonics, and Guided Reading · implemented suitable instructional techniques to help students become familiar with the Everyday Mathematics program
Teaching Related Experience Extended Learning Opportunity Tutor, Chillum Elementary School, Hyattsville, MD September 2009 – May 2013 · reinforced key mathematics and reading skills taught throughout the school year · integrated technology to strengthen student interest in mathematics and reading · incorporated manipulatives into the learning experience · taught skills with engaging hands on activities · created a management plan for successful small group learning
Assistant Teacher, Small Wonders Inc , Warren, MI May 2008 – August 2008 · nurtured infants, toddlers, and preschool children while leading daily learning activities · encouraged and practiced positive communication amongst children · designed weekly activities to help students thrive
Assistant Teacher and Substitute , People’s Church Preschool, East Lansing, MI September 2005 – May 2008 · fostered a safe and healthy learning environment · assisted lead teachers in classroom management · helped to plan a variety of learning activities
Professional Development Common Core Preparation - PGCPS, 2012-2013 School Year Mobi View Training - PGCPS, September 2012 Literacy Without Limits – SoMIRAC, March 2011 Title I School Wide Planning – PGCPS, September 2010 Managing Disruptive Behavior – Educational Resource Services, March 2010 Mathematics Institute for Learning – PGCPS, February 2010 Education City Training – Chillum Elementary School, November 2009 DRA Training – Chillum Elementary School, September 2009 Legal Issues Seminar – Michigan State University, December 2008 “A Day with Lucy Calkins” Workshop – Oakland Schools, November 2008 “Getting Beyond "I Like the Book" ” – Hazel Park Schools, November 2008 Classroom Instruction That Works – Hazel Park Schools, October 2008 Great Beginnings E-Course – Care Courses, June 2008
Technology Skills Discovery Education, BrainPOP, Education City, Study Island, Ticket to Read, First in Math, Achieve3000, Edusoft, Performance Matters, SchoolMax, Google Services, Reading and Science A-Z, Inspiration and Kidspiration, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Interwrite Board, Mobi View, Digital Photography
Professional Roles Literacy Committee, Fall 2012 to present School Improvement Team, Spring 2010 to present School Planning and Management Team, Spring 2010 to present Grade Level Chair, Fall 2009 to present National Education Association, Fall 2009 to present Maryland State Education Association, Fall 2009 to present