Daniel M. Patterson 1151 27th Street Des Moines, IA 50311 763-587-3248 daniel.patterson@drake.

edu Education Drake University: Des Moines, IA Bachelor of Science in Secondary Teacher Education Endorsement in All Social Sciences Certification in Language/Culture 3.10/4.00 Cumulative GPA Deans List (Fall 2009) Graduation Date: May 2013 95 total hours of in-school practicum experience including time at Hyatt Middle School (Des Moines, IA), McCombs Middle School (Des Moines, IA), Monroe Elementary (Des Moines, IA), and Eastside Boys and Girls Club of St. Cloud (St. Cloud, MN).

Universitat de les Illes Ballears: Palma de Mallorca, Spain Study Abroad, June 2010 St. Johns University: Collegeville, MN August 2008 May 2009 Robbinsdale Cooper High School Graduated in 2008 with High Honors International Baccalaureate (IB) Program (grades 9-12) - Community Service Hours National Honor Society - Community Service Hours Spanish Honor Society

Professional Experience Des Moines Public Schools: East High School- 815 E. 13th St. Des Moines, IA 50316 Reference Contact- Aaron Kelly: Mentor Teacher, 11th Grade U.S. History; aaron.kelly@dmschools.org Student Teacher: January 2013-May2013 Planned lessons to engage students in the subject material Managed the classroom in an effective manner to prevent disruptions in student learning Collaborated with other faculty and my mentor teacher to implement new teaching methods and strategies to continually improve upon instructional implementation Differentiated lessons to allow for a variety of learning styles to engage in material Critically examined assignments and student work and offered constructive feedback Worked with students before or after school if extra help was needed Fostered positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries

Johnston Community School District Kids/Teen Connection (KTC)- 5608 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131 Reference Contact- Steve Conlan: KTC Coordinator; (515) 868-0525 Before/After School and Summer Childcare Provider (KTC): February 2012- January 2013 Assisted in planning activities for kids to participate in Engaged in recreational activities with children and ensured that all kids felt included Enforced rules and policies of the program Communicated with parents regarding student behavior issues Maintained a clean facility Directed children with instructions for activities and kept kids on task

John R. Grubb YMCA- 1611 11th St. Des Moines, IA 50312 Reference Contact- Michelle VanWyngarden: Youth and Outreach Director; (515) 868-0525 Day Camp Counselor: May 2011-August 2011 Enforced day camp policies with the kids Documented incident and behavior reports Organized, oversaw, and engaged in recreational time with elementary aged children Collaborated with staff to implement fun and engaging activities for the kids

Drake University Office of Residence Life- 2842 Forest Ave. Des Moines, IA 50311 Reference contact- Randy McMullin: Associate Director of Residence Life; (515) 271-2427 Resident Assistant (Herriott Hall): August 2010 May 2011 Assisted a diverse group of residents in adjusting to their first year in college and encouraged them to get involved in campus activities and organizations Planned and implemented engaging programs in the residence hall to help build community, strengthen relationships, and foster personal student growth Collaborated with staff to fairly allocate duties and responsibilities and assess successful programming activities or where change was needed for improvement Enforced hall policies Worked shifts On Duty and documented any incident reports and ensured that the hall was maintained in order; reported observations in a daily log book

Day Spring Window Cleaning- 7101 Utah Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55426 Reference Contact- Steve Metzler: Company owner and manager; (952) 544-0020 Window Washer: Summer 2008, 09, 10 Followed a scheduled route to complete assigned jobs in a timely fashion Collaborated with company administrative staff to evaluate work performance and communicate where changes could be made to routes or projects for improved work efficiency Communicated with customers to ensure their satisfaction and maintain friendly human relations Assisted more experienced workers in the completion of more challenging window washing projects Directed a crew of less experienced window washers in a larger scale project

Drake University Office of Residence Life- 2803 University Ave. Des Moines, IA 50311 Reference Contact- Natalie Smith: Residence Hall Coordinator; (515) 271-3265 Front Desk Receptionist: August 2009 May 2010 (Morehouse Hall), August 2010- May 2011 (Herriott Hall) Documented any checked-out equipment or package deliveries in a log book Ensured the safety of the hall during evening hours by enforcing hall policy on entrance procedures Communicated with staff or residents in regards to any questions or concerns they may have and maintained positive relations with all residents

Leadership, Awards, and Community Experience

Volunteer Head Coach of a basketball team of 7th & 8th graders in Upwards basketball league in early 2012, Head coach for 3rd & 4th graders in early 2011, and assistant coach for kindergarten team in early 2010 Robbinsdale Cooper High School Varsity Basketball 2006-2008; varsity letter winner, academic all-conference, and awarded recognition as Most Dedicated player of the 2008 season Church mission trip to Nashville, TN summer of 2008 to assist individuals and families in need Church mission trip to Hattiesburg, MS summer of 2007 to help families rebuild homes still suffering from the effects of Hurricane Katrina