Certification:
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
K – 5 All Subjects
Language Arts 6 – 8
Profile
A positive and passionate elementary and middle school teacher who makes it a priority to provide lessons that are engaging, challenging, open-ended, collaborative, and applicable to the real world. A caring educator who believes that building relationships with students is the most important aspect of teaching. A committed individual who strives to create a classroom environment that is lively, supportive, and safe.
Education
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI​
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December 2020
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Focus: Literacy
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
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May 2016
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Teaching Major: Language Arts
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Teaching Experience
5th Grade Math Teacher
August 2020 - Present
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Created hands-on, interactive math lessons to foster creativity and to appeal to diverse learners.
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Translated in-person lessons to valuable learning experiences for online learners.
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Encouraged collaboration and cooperation by having students approach new learning experiences with partners or small groups.
6th/7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher
August 2017 - May 2020
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Created an effective system of classroom management for each unique group of students throughout the day.
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Utilized the DRA and Running Records to understand students reading comprehension level.
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Assessed learning through a variety of formative assessments to guide instruction.
5th Grade Student Teacher
August 2016 - April 2017
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Applied GLCEs, CCSS, and NGSS to develop appropriate unit plans in core subject areas.
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Tracked specific skills in student learning and collected multiple data points to determine their readiness for sixth grade.
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Participated and assisted in the school Data Team, Student Lighthouse Team, Science Council, Family Science Night, Leader in Me Family Fun Night, and 5th Grade Musical.