Brittany L.

Kunow
21 Charnwood Drive - Montebello, NY 10901 - Cell: 845-558-2137 - brittanykunow@yahoo.com

Objective:
Middle-Level Mathematics teaching position 5-9; qualified and interested in coaching
Reading specialist position K-12
Education:
The University of Scranton-Panuska College of Professional Studies
Scranton, PA
Bachelor of Science in Middle Level Teacher Education (Mathematics
May 2013
Cumulative GPA: 3.53
GPA in Education: 3.97
GPA in Mathematics: 3.22
The University of Scranton-Panuska College of Professional Studies
Scranton, PA
Masters of Science in Reading Education
May 2014
Cumulative GPA: 3.97
GPA in Education: 3.97
Certifications:
PA Instructional I, Middle Level Teacher Education (Mathematics)
June 2013
NY Mathematics (Grades 5-9)
July 2014
Honors/Awards:
Deans List: Fall 2010-Spring 2013
Girls Scouts Bronze Award
Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude
Professional Development:
Reading Practicum (Student Teacher/Observer)
Hawley, PA
- Student taught and observed a 4th grade Title I Reading Class at
Winter-Spring 2014
Wallenpaupack North Intermediate School
- Administered: Screening Assessments (DIBELS, DAZE & Rigby Records), Diagnostic
Assessments (Woodcock Reading Mastery Test & Qualitative Reading Inventory-5)
- Planned and executed lessons for small group and individual instruction; communicated
and collaborated
with classroom teachers; gained leadership, management, and organizational skills
- Enhanced instructional skills needed to teach struggling readers
Student Teacher
Mayfield, PA
- Student taught a 5th grade class at Mayfield Elementary School
Fall 2012
- Prepared and executed engaging lessons through independent practice,
cooperative learning, and one-on-one instruction
- Implemented differentiated instruction
- Created rubrics and grading scales
- Participated in parent conferences and In service activities
- Created and administered tests in all subjects
- Observed school Reading Specialist
- Adapted lessons and tests for students with IEPs
- Administered DIBELS reading assessment
Student Observer
Clarks Summit, PA
- Observed a 7th grade mathematics class at Abington Heights Middle School Spring 2012
- Prepared and administered four lesson plans (Math)
- Created and graded quizzes and exams
Student Observer
Clarks Summit, PA
- Observed a 5th grade class at Abington Heights Middle School
Fall 2011
- Prepared and administered four lesson plans (Social Studies, English)
- Assisted in paperwork concerning student performance: created and graded
quizzes and exams; graded performance assessments using a rubric

Brittany Kunow
21 Charnwood Drive - Montebello, NY 10901 - Cell: 845-558-2137 - brittanykunow@yahoo.com

Scranton School District Black History Month Essay Contest

Scranton, PA
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- University education majors who judged hundreds of 8 grade essays
March 2011
- Critiqued essays to determine the contest winners
Association for Middle Level Education (AMLE)
- Student Member
November 2011
- Attended 2011 annual conference in Kentucky; interacted with teachers from
all over the nation
- Gained knowledge of methods, strategies, and resources for teaching
Work Experience:
Success Academy Charter School Teacher
Bronx, NY
- Teach 5th Grade Honors Mathematics
September 2014-Present
- Co-teach homeroom responsibilities
- Extensive work in assisting scholars with behavioral and emotional needs
- Lead scholars in Math Olympiad lessons and contests
- Teach vigorous test-preparation lessons for mathematics
Graduate Assistant
Scranton, PA
- Taught several undergraduate rewarding courses
January 2014-May 2014
- Assisted in research; general office work
- Planned events; created presentations and programs
B & A Tutoring
Rockland County, NY
- Founder of a private tutoring business with a peer
Summer 2014-Present
- SAT tutor for math; Math tutor for all ages
Academy Tutoring
NEPA Area
- Math SAT tutor for high school students; Algebra tutor
Summer 2013- Summer 2014
- Help students develop study skills and test-taking strategies
- Review material related to Numbers, Operations, Algebra, Functions,
Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability
Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) Tutoring
Scranton, PA
- Math tutor for University of Scranton students
Fall 2010-Spring 2013
- Helped students to develop strong note-taking, study, and work habits
- Reviewed material related to Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Trigonometry,
and Calculus classes
Private Math Tutor
Montebello, NY
- Tutor math for local students (grades 3-12)
Fall 2009-Present
- Develop questions and assignments for different topics
Mary Kay Beauty Consultant
Montebello, NY
- Independently sell Mary Kay beauty products
April 2011-May 2013
- Collaborate with a senior Mary Kay Representative
NYS Pool Management
Suffern, NY
- Served as a lifeguard at several pools
Summers 2011, 2012
- Demonstrated responsibility and life-saving skills
- Enforced pool rules and regulations
Private Child Care Provider
Suffern, NY
- Care for children ages 3 months to 12 years
2003-Present
- Supervise children during daily activities
- Gain experience providing special care to a child with allergies
PB Nail Parties, Founder and Owner
Suffern, NY
-Organized and executed birthday parties for girls of all ages
Summer 2004-Summer 2009

Brittany Kunow
21 Charnwood Drive - Montebello, NY 10901 - Cell: 845-558-2137 - brittanykunow@yahoo.com

Extracurricular Activities:
Middle-Level Education Club
Scranton, PA
- Collaborated with University students in the same major
2009-2013
- Participated in professional development and volunteer activities
We Rise Production
Scranton, PA
- Collaborate with former inmates from the Lackawanna County Prison and
2011-2012
University students to perform a theatrical production that instills hope for
the future
- Recognized in: The Chronicle of Higher Education Journal, The Times Tribune
Electric City Theater Volunteer
Scranton, PA
- Worked with at-risk children (ages 9-18)
2010
- Helped children: practice lines, work on pieces, and interact with others
Peer Leadership Program
Suffern, NY
- Assisted 9th graders to ease their transition into high school
2008-2009
Sunday School Teachers Assistant
Pearl River, NY
- Assisted in teaching the Pre-K Class at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
2005-2009
Girl Scout Troop Assistant, Senior Girl Scout
Airmont, NY
- Assisted troop leaders in Girl Scout meetings and events
2004-2009
- Acted as a role model to younger Girl Scouts
Head Start Pre-School Volunteer
Scranton, PA
- Performed 10 hours of volunteer service interacting with pre-school children
2009
Carbondale Craft Fair Volunteer
Carbondale, PA
- Performed 10 hours of volunteer service for a craft fair at Carbondale
2012
Elementary School
- Organized and directed attending vendors
Skills:
- Extended background in Math (Calculus I, II, III, Statistics, Differential Equations)
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Effective in working within a group and independently
- Technology skills: IBM PC and Macintosh: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
Internet Navigation and Research, Familiar with Promethean/Smart Board, Inspiration,
Prezi
- LETRS training
Please view My Personal Teaching Portfolio to learn more about me:
http://brittanykunow.weebly.com/