Strauch, Justin R.

1609 Canyon Creek Ct. Wylie, TX 75098 | (214) 934 1075 | strauchjustin@gmail.com |
Objective
Begin a career in education that utilizes my understanding of critical theory, creative writing, and contemporary teaching
methods to create a mindful and engaging classroom that raises the academic expectations and encourages critical-thought of
its students.
Certification
University of Texas at Arlington Initial Teacher Certification Program
Texas Secondary Certification in English Language Arts and Reading (7-12) | Expected May 2015
TExES PPR Exam | Expected March 2015
TExES English Content Exam | September 2014
Education
University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington, TX
Bachelor of Arts in English Minor in Creative Writing | May 2012
Teaching Experience
Summit High School, 10th Grade English II, Arlington, TX | March 2nd April 17th 2015
Student Teacher for Ms. Linda Rink (in progress)
James Coble Middle School, 8th Grade English Language Arts, Arlington, TX | Jan. 20th Feb. 27th 2015
Student Teacher for Ms. Renne White / Margaret Wedgeworth
Collaborated with a fellow student teacher to design and implemented a project for Black History Month in which
students analyzed and reflected upon meaningful quotes
Developed and implemented lessons that incorporated cooperative learning / Kagan strategies with multiple class
types including pre-AP, on-level, academic, and SpEd Co-teach
Conducted original and engaging activities over grammar, active-listening, media literacy, and enhanced student
understanding of the writing process through analysis of texts
Interactive Field Experience, 9th Grade English I, Harwood Junior High School; Bedford, TX | Fall 2014
Student Observer with Mrs. Cheryl Harris
Observed pre-AP English classes to better understand the daily role of the teacher and the needs of the students.
Observed multiple grade levels and subjects:
o 8th Grade Pre-AP / On-level English Language Arts, 7th Grade Pre-AP / On-level English Language Arts and
Reading
Gained experience with various teaching method by working with multiple teachers and classrooms
Awards
Glimmer Train Short Story Award Contest for New Writers
Honorable Mention Summer Latitudes | April 2014
University of Texas at Arlington Undergraduate Creative Writing Competition Award Winner
1st Place in Short-Fiction Summer Latitudes | May 2012
1st Place in Short-Fiction The Controlled Dive of Morris Macaw | May 2011
Skills and Interests

Interested in supporting creative writing organizations and electives

Eager to sponsor various English clubs, including UIL Academics (Esp. Literary Criticism, Current Events & Issues)
Willing to promote mindfulness education as a student-centered method for increasing achievement
Proficient with MS Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel), analysis of pre/post-assessment data, and multimedia literacy