KELSI KOHLER

15349 Y Street
Omaha, NE 68137
402-926-1121
kohler.kelsi@gmail.com
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences
GPA: 3.2 on 4.0 scale

Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2015

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Endorsement

Natural Science

Certification

Application pending for Nebraska Initial Teaching Certificate

Praxis Status

Completed Praxis I and Praxis II

Related Experience in Education

Student Teaching, Elkhorn South High School, Omaha, NE
Spring 2015
Biology, Grade 10
Worked with 47 students in two sections, including 2 students with IEPs
Taught speciation in evolution unit and guided students through labs over genetic drift and
genetic diversity
Used clicker technology as a form of formative assessments during the units
Natural Science Grade 9
Worked with 50 students in two sections, including 4 students with IEPs
Co-taught lessons over bonding and nomenclature
Prepped and instructed lesson over chemical reactions
Practicum, Lincoln High School, Lincoln, NE
Fall 2014
Biology, Grades 10, 11
Observed and assisted with one section of 25 students
Worked with and made accommodations for 8 students with Individualized Education Plans, 6 of
which were English Language Learners
Planned and taught lesson over biodiversity and ecological challenges, which included inquiry
based activities
Graded formative and summative assessments
Practicum, Scott Middle School, Lincoln, NE
Spring 2014
Science, Grade 8
Taught two sections of 24 students a physics lesson over Newtons Laws
Met with IEP manager to discuss creating least restrictive environment for students
Worked individually with students that had learning and reading disabilities on tests, projects and
course work
Led bell ringer discussions and quizzes three times a week for a semester
Actively engaged with students during labs

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Practicum, Lincoln Southwest High School, Lincoln, NE

Fall 2013
Differentiated Biology, Grades 9, 10
Observed and assisted in a classroom of 28 students with block scheduling
Developed and instructed a lab on bacterial cells which involved students utilizing microscopes
Provided assistance and feedback to students during labs, group work and discussions
Graded quizzes and course work
Head Facilitator for YWCA SMART Girls Clubs, Lincoln, NE
January 2013-December 2014
Led after-school Science/Engineering program at the following schools in Lincoln: Scott Middle
School, Lux Middle School, Lefler Middle School, Hill Elementary and Everett Elementary
Taught engaging STEM related lessons and activities to 4th-8th grade girls utilizing computer
simulations, KNEX, and small household appliances to study engineering
Worked with young females individually and in groups to build problem solving and critical
thinking skills
Volunteer Activity
Judge, Dawes Middle School Science Fair, Lincoln, NE
Judge, Lincoln Public Schools Science Fair, Lincoln, NE
Guest Speaker Registration, Nebraska Science Festival, Omaha, NE

Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014

Professional Skills
Computer Skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Public Speaking
Interpersonal Communication
Flinn Safety Certified
Basic reading and speaking level of Spanish and French
Activities
National Academy of Teachers of Science Conference
Student Education Association of Nebraska
National Science Teachers Association

Fall 2014
Spring 2013-Fall 2014
Spring 2013-Fall 2014

Additional Work Experience

Sales Associate, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Lincoln, NE
Claims Assistant, State Farm, Lincoln, NE
Nanny, Private Family, Omaha, NE

April 2014-December 2014

April 2013-October 2013
November 2009-Septemeber 2011

Gallup Strength Finder Top 5 Strengths

Learner

Relator

Positivity

Futuristic

Strategic

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KELSI KOHLER
15349 Y St
Omaha, NE 68137
402-926-1121
kohler.kelsi@gmail.com
REFERENCES
Mrs. Tristan Manasek
Science Teacher
Elkhorn South High School
20303 Blue Sage Parkway
Omaha, NE
402-658-9646
tmanasek@epsne.org
Ms. Andrea Curtis
Youth Program Manager
YWCA
2620 O Street
Lincoln, NE
402-304-4568
andrea@ywcalincoln.org
Mr. Aaron Musson
Student Teacher Supervisor
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
233 Mabel Lee Hall
402-516-8814
aaronmusson@gmail.com
Ms. Lyrica Lucas
Practicum Supervisor
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
233 Mabel Lee Hall
lyricalucas@huskers.unl.edu