Tutored a third grade boy in literacy for one hour twice a week Developed lessons for small group and individual work, implemented word study and fluency strategies. Tutoring experience: student teaching, grade 1, Brookville elementary school, Brookville Indiana (January 2015-Present) Developed differentiated, cross curriculum writing assignments to explore various styles and genres of writing with CCSS and IDOE standards aligned rubrics.
Tutored a third grade boy in literacy for one hour twice a week Developed lessons for small group and individual work, implemented word study and fluency strategies. Tutoring experience: student teaching, grade 1, Brookville elementary school, Brookville Indiana (January 2015-Present) Developed differentiated, cross curriculum writing assignments to explore various styles and genres of writing with CCSS and IDOE standards aligned rubrics.
Tutored a third grade boy in literacy for one hour twice a week Developed lessons for small group and individual work, implemented word study and fluency strategies. Tutoring experience: student teaching, grade 1, Brookville elementary school, Brookville Indiana (January 2015-Present) Developed differentiated, cross curriculum writing assignments to explore various styles and genres of writing with CCSS and IDOE standards aligned rubrics.
Bachelor of Science in Education, Expected May 2015 Major: Early Childhood Education, GPA 3.8/4.0- Cum Laude Ohio Licensure: Early Childhood Education PK-3 pending Honors: Miami University Honors, 2011-present National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Spring 2014- present Presidents List, two semester Deans List, two semesters Teaching Experience:
2015-Present) Designed and taught lessons for whole group instruction in all subject areas based on Indiana State Standards, collaboratively planned with head teacher Differentiated instruction and provided intervention to students with poor attendance Worked with Leveled Literacy Intervention program to support students reading below grade level Developed differentiated, cross curriculum writing assignments to explore various styles and genres of writing with CCSS and IDOE standards aligned rubrics. Created reading and writing connections through shared writing projects Used centers for math, language arts, and science to compliment the hands on, multi modal nature of student learning Tested to determine benchmarks and progress made for all students Attended and participated in grade level Professional Learning Community meetings Chaperoned grade-wide field trip to The Taft Theater in Cincinnati, Ohio Proficient in using Mobi Mobile Interactive Whiteboard technology, Document Cameras, Extron Microphone system, and Prometheus Boards Lead Teacher, Grade 3 Tutoring Team, Linden Elementary School, Hamilton, Ohio (September 2014 November 2014) Acted as a teacher leader and contact point for tutoring team to effectively communicate, served as a point of contact between the school and University, and managed tutee records for data analysis Effectively collaborated with school administrators, staff, peers, and elementary students Developed a greater understanding of the logistics of creating and maintaining school-wide programs Tutored a third grade boy in literacy for one hour twice a week Developed lessons for small group and individual work, implemented word study and fluency skills.
Field Experience, Kindergarten, Miller Ride Elementary School, Middletown, Ohio
(September 2014 November 2014) Collaboratively planned and implemented an integrated two week weather unit with a colleague. Planning and instruction were driven by student conceptions and misconceptions. Students developed communication skills for working with peers in small groups and learned methods for collecting and organizing data. Student learning was assessed through a variety of assessment tasks. Critically examined assessments, special education, and feedback practices in the school to further understand school policies Worked with small groups for intervention and modified assignments. Teacher and Program Designer, Sunny Side Childcare, Lithopolis, Ohio (May 2012 December 2014) Designed summer educational program for children aged five to eleven. Utilized integrated curriculum to explore production and consumption, art, and natural science concepts. Organized and led field trips to local attractions including the Anthony-Thomas Chocolate Factory, Columbus Zoo, and Slate Run Historical Farm Taught in school age, preschool, toddler, and infant rooms. Met childrens physical, social, and emotional needs in the room throughout the day
Professional Development and Research:
Research (August 2014-present) Collaboratively collected and interpreted data on student literacy development when working with a tutor. Presentation of tutoring design and research based lessons at the Ohio Council of the International Reading Association conference Intent to publish in an academic journal by 2016 Conferences Attended and presented at the 17th Annual EDL 318 Student Conference on Curriculum & Teacher Leadership ( December 1, 2014) Supporting Teachers in Creating a Cultural Space in Curriculum Attended and presented at the Ohio Council of the International Reading Association Conference (October 4, 2014) Winning Teams Prepare Winning Cars: Partnerships in Action for Literacy Success Presented research on designing and implementing a tutoring program at Linden Elementary in partnership with Miami University References Abigail Ruwe- (513)- 532-6851 Aruwe@fccsc.K12.in.us Kathy Carmean- (513)-255-0050 Carmeaka@MiamiOH.edu Dr. Michelle Cosmah- (513)-266-6255 CosmahM@MiamiOH.edu