BROOK ESQUIVEL

SKILLS OBJECTI VE
Creates a positive learning environment
I seek a challenging opportunity which
Ability to implement individualized & data driven
pushes me to grow professionally and
instruction
Effectively integrates technology into the classroom
allows me to make a difference in the
Ability to manage a classroom using positive behavior world through education and a love of
support systems. learning.
Strong communication skills to students, parents, and
other teachers
Ability to adapt to unexpected situations
Passion for teaching & learning

Bje003@aquinas. (616) 337-9383

EDUCATI ON
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Bachelor of Science | May 2017 | Aquinas College
Mathematics & Education Major with a minor in Irish Studies.
Expected graduation of May 2017.
COMMUNITY
CERTI FICATI ON
INVOLVMENT &
Elementary Education Certified
LEADERSHIP
EX -Elementary Mathematics Endorsement
Pi Mu Epsilon Member- National
EXPERIENCE Honorary Mathematics Society
Student Teacher | Holy Trinity School | Jan. 2017-current Inducted into the National Mathematics
Honor Society in April 2016 for superior
Individualized instruction to 20 students in a 5th grade classroom.
achievement and involvement in
Met the needs of all students by incorporating multiple learning
mathematics at Aquinas College.
preferences in each lesson. Facilitated literature circles, hands
on learning, inquiry based science curriculum, readers and
writers workshop, and guided math groups. Schools of Hope Volunteer
Tutored students in both reading and
Substitute Teacher | EduStaff | Dec. 2015-Jan. 2017 writing at local Grand Rapids Public
elementary schools.
Worked as a substitute teacher within multiple districts
throughout Kent county. Duties included implementing lesson
plans, ensuring a safe learning environment and applying Teaching Assistant Volunteer
classroom management techniques. Lettergesh Nation School (Ireland)
Volunteered in a multiage classroom with
Teacher Assistant | Grand Rapids Early Discovery Center students from four to eight years old. Duties
| May 2015-Sept. 2016 included helping teach lessons, tutoring
students, and filing paperwork. From this
Worked in Reggio Emilia inspired preschool classrooms with
experience I also learned acceptance of
children ages three to five years old. Assisted in implementing
different cultures, teamwork and flexibility.
lessons, playing with students and guiding learning experiences.