Cora Munizza

14416 Round Lick Lane Centreville, VA 20120 703. 969.6931 Cell

Cfm001@eagles.bridgewater.edu

Professional Profile
College senior studying to become a K-6th Grade Teacher seeks a career in the
educational field with children. Compassionate, patient, and well-versed in
interacting with children in educational and care giving venues.
Education
B.S. in Liberal Studies, K-6th Grade, May 2015Bridgewater College, Bridgewater,
VA
Relevant Courses
Classroom Management Classroom Diversity Early Literacy Intermediate
Literacy Child Growth and Development Teaching Math Grammar, Style, and
Editing Computing Teaching Writing Curriculum in the Classroom
Childrens Literature
Technology Skills
Smart Board Prezi Google Classroom Microsoft Office Suite PowerPoint,
Excel, Access, Publisher, and Word
Special Projects
Developed original Kinesthetic Reading Station for first grade classroom to provide
hands-on learning. Selected SOL reading topic as foundation for design. Gained
skills in presenting to peers and professor. Developed original two week curriculum
unit for practicum placement.
Career Related Experiences
Student Internship
John Wayland Elementary School, Bridgewater, VA Jan 26May 8
Observed and worked with students one-on-one, in a small group setting, and whole
group. I taught a two week lesson on Ancient China and also lead an above grade
level reading group every day.
Teacher Observer/ Practicum Student
John C. Myers Elementary School,
Broadway, VA Jan 5-23
Observed and worked with students one-on-one during my experiences. Also I
taught two lessons to the whole class.
Teacher Observer John Wayland Elementary School, Bridgewater, VA Sep-Dec
2014
Observed and worked one-on-one with students in math. Helped teacher by taking
control of some groups in math. Always eager to help students.
Teacher Observer
John Wayland Elementary School, Bridgewater, VA Mar-Apr
2014
April 2014
Observed and worked one-on-one with students twice weekly. Assisted the teacher.
Helped three struggling students improve reading skills. Answered classroom
questions. Discovered that students really do want to learn and sometimes a
supporting teacher helps guide them in the right direction.
Teacher Observer

Keister Elementary School Mar-Apr 2013

Observed classroom and interacted with students while teacher engaged in

individual meetings with students. Answered student questions and kept them on
track with work. Helped prepare materials for lessons. Observed how the teacher
organized time and activities to cover the days educational goals.
Tutor
Mountain View Elementary School, Harrisonburg, VA Sep-Nov 2013
Worked twice weekly with a first grader who was a struggling reader. Developed
lesson plans for the student and created fun activities to keep him engaged. The
student was not in the program the following semester, demonstrating that he
successfully improved his reading skills. Observed that students need to hear things
repeatedly before it makes a difference and improves skills.
Employment History
Cashier
Dicks Sporting Goods, Fairfax, VA May 2014- Present
Money handling and helps customers have a wonderful experience while shopping.
By proving a speedy and unstressed check out experience.
Nanny
OBrien Family, Centreville, VA May 2012-Aug 2013
Assumed full responsibility for children from return from school until bed time. Fixed
meals, monitored homework, transported them to practices, and prepared them for
bedtime. Created a good balance of friendship and respect, and gained parents
trust. Learned how to manage time and set priorities.
Hostess/ Waitress
Red Robin, Chantilly, VA May 2009-Oct 2011
Welcomed and seated customers. Ensured a pleasant dining experience. Waited
tables, handled many tables simultaneously, and learned to work under pressure,
balance priorities, and work with a crew.
Points of Interest
Advanced diploma received from Westfield High School, Chantilly, VA, June 2011
Basic understanding of the Spanish language
LinkedIn profile located at www.linkedin.com/pub/cora-munizza/93/b44/7b3