OBJECTIVE
I am currently seeking an elementary position that would allow me to teach and mentor young students while bringing a fresh and energetic perspective to the classroom. I also seek to foster healthy community involvement for myself and students by coaching and being involved in a variety of extra-curricular activities.
EDUCATION
Spring Arbor University – Spring Arbor, MI December, 2008
BA, Elementary Education
· Major in Social Studies
CERTIFICATION
· Michigan Elementary Provisional, K-5 (All subjects) November, 2009
· Michigan Literacy Progress Profile (MLPP) December, 2007
· First Aid and CPR October, 2008
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Addison Elementary – Addison, MI Sept. – Dec., 2008
Cooperating Teacher: Karen Spink, Fifth Grade
Principal: Judy Britsch
· Created and applied units in Science and Social Studies Assisted in organizing and supervising community projects such as “Rake N Run”
· Developed worksheets and activities pertaining to student learning
· Cultivated an active sense of parent – teacher communication by participating in parent- teacher conferences and setting up an email system to track student progress
· Attended workshops to update professional development in technology
WORK EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teaching 2007-2010
· Substitute taught in classes ranging from kindergarten to high school in Jackson, Lenawee and Ingham Counties
· Taught week long assignments at Michigan Center Middle School, seventh grade math
Michigan International Speedway Summers of 2005-2009
Grounds Crew and Maintenance
· Assisted in minor construction and lawn care
· Strived to keep grounds up to date, creating a memorable and pleasant experience for visitors and fans
· Excelled at team-oriented tasks as well as individual projects
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITES
Coaching 2009 - present
· Columbia Central eighth grade traveling basketball
· Columbia Central Varsity Golf (girls and boys)
· Assisted head coach in organizing and facilitating practice times and routines
· Worked to help students develop their team building and time management skills
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
2008 First Aid/CPR Training, Spring Arbor University
2008 6+1 Traits of Writing Training, Spring Arbor University
2008 Professional Development with Addison Community Schools in Adrian, MI