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TORI L.

MACKMAN
Email: mackmant@msu.edu | Phone: (941) 806-8123

Objective
Based on a strong dedication to the practice and high enthusiasm, I am eager to secure a full-time teaching
career in grades K-8, with a clear commitment to academic and social advancement.

Certifications
Michigan Elementary Standard Certificate May 2019
K-5 All Subjects
K-8 English Language Arts
Adult and Child First Aid & CPR

Education
Teacher Certification May 2019
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
• Completed 12 graduate-level credits

Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education May 2018


Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
GPA 3.86, Dean’s List 8/8 Semesters
• Teaching Major: Language Arts

University of Virginia Valencia January 2017- May 2017


Valencia, Spain
Study Abroad
• Volunteered in an English classroom of 30 students, by leading conversation groups about relatable
topics, helped students with pronunciation of new words and build confidence while speaking.
• Improved foreign language skills through class hours, conversations with locals, and cultural immersion.

Teaching Experiences
A. Philip Randolph Elementary School, Chicago Public Schools, IL
Year-Long Teaching Internship August 2018-May 2019
• Co-planned and collaborated with mentor teachers and 3 /4 grade team to create quality lesson
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plans for students with diverse needs in all subject areas using Pearson Reading Street and GoMath.
• Assumed all classroom responsibilities including lesson planning, classroom management, and data
collection for 28 students for 6 weeks.
• Reflected on and adapted own teaching techniques and school curriculum to meet the different
learning styles and abilities of students based on results of assessments.
• Communicated with cooperating teachers and families to help students receive additional support.
• Practiced classroom management skills and routines to create a productive learning environment.
Gier Park Elementary School, Lansing MI
Field Placement September 2017-May 2018
• Assisted cooperating teacher in a 2 grade classroom at an urban school.
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• Created and taught whole group lessons in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies that met
the diverse needs of 28 students.
• Supported the teacher and students to help reach academic goals through small group and one-on-one
sessions.

Donley Elementary School, East Lansing MI


Field Placement August 2016- December 2016
• Used pre, post, and formative assessments to analyze a kindergarten student’s strengths and areas of
need.
• Provided tailored and interactive lessons for one-on-one tutoring to improve sight words and
phonological awareness.

Other Experiences
City of East Lansing Before and After Care, East Lansing, MI
Site Leader September 2016- August 2018
• Led 5 staff and 50+ children in a before and after care program.
• Communicated with parents regularly regarding weekly schedules and addressed issues that arose
during the day.
• Collaborated with school staff, children, and parents while arranging activities for children of different
ages and abilities to create a mentally and physical engaging before and after school program.
• Created a fun and supportive environment through positive relationships, for a large group of students
to receive additional academic support and a safe place to play.

Madison Schools and Community Recreation Safe Haven, Madison, WI


Program Leader June 2012- August 2016
• Designed and modified enrichment and academic lesson plans for students with different abilities.
• Administered a group of 20 students from ages 5-11 years old in a classroom setting and on bus and
walking field trips.
• Collaborated with 25 coworkers to construct a positive summer experience for parents and campers.

Programs, Software, and Curriculums Proficiency


• Pearson Reading Street
• GoMath
• Lexia and Dreambox
• Administered Park and NWEA assessments
• SmartBoard and Elmo projection
• Classroom Dojo

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