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com EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION___________________________________ University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Bachelor of Arts in Education April 2012 Endorsements, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies (State of Michigan) April 2012 Provisional Elementary Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan June 2012 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid Current TEACHING EXPERIENCE__________________________________________ Legacy Academy Detroit, MI Fifth Grade Teacher August 2012 Present Work in a classroom with students with a wide range of abilities, implementing whole group and small group activities to meet the needs of all students. Use workshop model to differentiate instruction and adapt specific skills to the individual needs of students. Utilize technology and collect data through NWEA and individual assessments to differentiate these needs. Teach a small group of advanced learners in an Achievement Club daily, focusing on higherorder thinking skills and teaching students to take an active role in discussing and questioning each other, including social issues. Teach using the Common Core Mathematics Coach and Think Math curriculum, including the use of manipulatives, discussions, and daily assessments. Topics include fractions, decimals, division, and conversions. Lead students in discussions of word problems and writing explanations of solutions. Using the Common Core English Language Arts Coach and Imagine It! curriculum, ask openended questions, have students cite evidence to support reasoning, and read appropriate crosscurricular informational and grade-level text. Lead students in daily writing lessons, teaching the writing process stages and the tools to become independent writers for various topics. Create a positive classroom culture that uses a social contract, teaches a moral focus, holds students accountable for behavior, and encourages all students to treat each other with kindness and respect. Manage the classroom using the CHAMPS behavior system, allowing for clear expectations and structured student interaction in each lesson. Engage the school community by encouraging parent volunteers, communicating with parents daily through conversations and letters, attending school events, and collaborating with teachers. Tutor at-risk students weekly in Math and ELA, focusing on current and upcoming skills. Belong to the Student Recognition and Family Events Committee. Work to increase family involvement and encourage all families to work collaboratively by recognizing student success and planning events, such as Trunk or Treat. Attended seminar entitled, Meeting the Needs of Gifted and Talented Learners, and brought the attained skills to my school community. Implemented greater differentiation for all students as a result. Lawton Elementary Ann Arbor, MI Fourth Grade Student Teaching Intern January 2012 April 2012 Worked in a culturally diverse classroom, adjusting teaching to meet needs of all students, including ESL students and students with IEPs. Used visual images, small group help sessions,

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and structured independent work. Led reading groups using the Read 180 curriculum. Worked to bring all students to grade level by focusing on comprehending short stories and decoding challenging words. Taught three units in the Everyday Math Curriculum, including topics such as multiplication, fractions, and estimation. Used daily informal assessments to shape the following lesson. Developed and taught a Writing and Social Studies unit, in which students used technology and informational text to write a report on the geography, history, resources, symbols, and climate of a Midwest state. Implemented Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports in the classroom by teaching and modeling expectations on a daily basis. Created a positive classroom culture by holding classroom meetings, engaging in small conversations, and encouraging respect. Lawton Elementary Ann Arbor, MI Fourth Grade Pre-Student Teaching Intern September 2011 December 2011 Developed and implemented Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science lessons using discussion based and exploratory activities. Assisted students in whole and small group settings by strengthening basic skills, giving formal and informal assessments, and working individually with students. Professional Education Services Group (PESG) Metro-Detroit, MI Substitute Teacher May 2011 June 2012 Worked as substitute teacher in kindergarten through eighth grade classrooms. Tonda Elementary Canton, MI Third Grade Pre-Student Teaching Intern January 2011 April 2011 Constructed and implemented Social Studies and Language Arts lessons using a visual inquiry, interactive read alouds, and higher-level thinking questions in student-led discussions. Assisted students, both on an individual and group basis, by conducting reading conferences and administering formal assessments. Hoben Elementary Canton, MI First Grade Pre-Student Teaching Intern September 2010 December 2010 Developed Language Arts lessons, including interactive read alouds and working with words lessons. Led students in small and large group activities, specifically weekly reading and writing conferences. Young Mens Christian Association (YMCA) Ann Arbor, MI Camp Birkett Counselor June 2010 September 2012 Recipient of Keystone Award (selected by camp director) for embodying the principles and spirit of the YMCA and recipient of McGort Award (selected by staff) for going beyond expectations in 2011. Worked with campers age five through twelve, leading a weekly group through organized, team building activities with the goal of teaching qualities of responsibility, respect, caring, and honesty through my positive and enthusiastic actions. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES________________________________________ YMCA, Volunteer July 2013 Present Kappa Delta Pi, Distinguished Member May 2010 Present