Objective To obtain a position as an elementary education teacher by utilizing my
skills to ensure a positive learning experience for all students
Education Viterbo University, LaCrosse, WI
August 2015-Present GPA 4.0/4.0 Master of Arts in Education
Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD
September 2006-May 2010 GPA 3.74/4.0 Major: Elementary Education Minor: Special Education Endorsement: Kindergarten
Work Experience Hansen Elementary, Cedar Falls, IA August 2012-Present
Kindergarten Teacher Plan and implement kindergarten curriculum aligned with Iowa Core Standards Lucy Calkins Workshop Model Classroom Teacher Serve on Building Leadership Team Serve on Science Committee
Brandon Elementary, Brandon, SD August 2010-May 2012
Jr. Kindergarten and Kindergarten Teacher Taught Jr. kindergarten and kindergarten general education students in mainstream inclusive classroom Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with National and State Standards Served on RTI Committee Served on Read Across America Committee
Student Teaching Longfellow Elementary, Sioux Falls, SD Spring, 2010
Experience Kindergarten, 7 week placement Planned and implemented lessons according to my students needs using various models of instruction Discovery Elementary, Sioux Falls, SD Spring 2010 2nd grade, 7 week placement Planned and implemented reading, math, writing, science and social studies lessons based on students needs
Augustana College Student Council for Exceptional Children
Volunteer September 2007- May 2010 Experience New Student Orientation Group Leader September 2007-May 2010
Augustana College Viking Days Homecoming Committee
September 2008 and September 2009
Sioux Falls Elementary Schools Mentoring
September 2006-December 2009
Honors Augustana College, Graduated Magna Cum Laude