My Resume
Career Vision
To procure a teaching position at an elementary or middle school that will support my desire to push students to their highest potential and educate to inspire lifelong learning.
Educational Background
Bachelor of Science – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Major – Elementary Education
Concentration – Language Arts
Endorsements – Science, Language Arts, Social Science, Middle School
August 2010
Associate of Science – Parkland College, Champaign, IL
Major – Elementary Education
August 2007
Certification - Initial Illinois Certificate in Elementary Education (Type 03, K-9)
Classroom Experience
Student Teaching – Southside Elementary School, Champaign, IL
· Encouraged collaboration and use of technology by having students create their own web page within the classroom’s website
· Differentiated mathematics instruction by teaching concepts to small groups that change on a daily basis depending on concepts being taught
Spring 2010
Early Field Experience – Lincoln Trail Elementary, Mahomet, IL
· Instrumental in setting up the Good Habits, Great Readers program
· Created fun and interactive ways for students to pay attention to instructions, such as the “freeze technique” Fall 2009
Early Field Experience – Eastlawn Elementary, Rantoul, IL
· Implemented writers workshop in a first grade classroom which helped build relationships with the students as well as writing instruction
Spring 2009
Related Experience
Assistant Supervisor – Nature Day Camp
- Maintained, inventoried, and purchased all camp supplies
- Delivered and sorted all supplies to staff members
- Maintained the camp budget
- Planned and implemented Friday Morning All Camp activities with the Supervisor
- Held staff meetings and kept staff informed of camp changes, problems, and budget issues along with Supervisor
- Assisted the Supervisor in day to day needs and duties
Summer 2011
Preschool Teacher – Mother’s Morning Out
- Planned and implemented units, themes and lessons according to the Creative Curriculum standards
- Created a stimulating classroom environment using the Creative Curriculum which included areas of reading, writing, math, science, computer skills, dramatic play, blocks, music and movement, and sensory tables
- Analyzed and reported my students progress according to Creative Curriculum standard
- Met with parents consistently to inform them of their child’s progress and workScheduled and held Parent-Teacher conferences
- Instructed 8-10 students in various subjects with lessons that included Spanish, Life cycles, Author studies, Numbers and Letters, Vocabulary, Dance and Instruments, and Art.
Spring 2011
Teachers Aid - Montessori School of Champaign-Urbana in Savoy
· Using the Montessori Method, planned and implemented the stimulating activities and games
· Worked alongside my supervising directress to handle discipline and “free time”
· Supervised 20-25 students daily
Fall 2010 Spring 2011
FIRST LEGO League Judge– Illinois Regional & State Tournaments
· Judged groups of elementary to middle school aged children on their teamwork skills December 2009 January 2010
Day Camp Leader – Champaign Park District, Champaign, IL
· Created fun experiences for a group of 25-30 children ages 5-7
· Maintained positive and frequent communication with parents/guardians
· Consistently implemented behavior management techniques to ensure a safe place for all staff and children under my care
· Planned and implemented weekly and daily schedules
Summer 2007 Summer 2008
Volunteer at Children’s Art Festival – Charleston, IL
· Aided children ages 6-13 in completing several types of arts and crafts projects
· Greeted parents and children who attended creating a safe and fun environment for all
October 2005
HONORS AND AWARDS
· Parkland Honor Roll - Spring 2006, Fall 2006, Spring 2007
· Dean’s List – 2007-2008
· Member Phi Delta Kappa 2007
Computer / Software
· High level of proficiency in Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher)
· SMART board and accompanying SMART technologies
· iClickers
· Flip videos and digital camera
· Window’s Movie Maker
Interests
Drawing, writing, dancing, knitting, swimming, jogging, camping, hiking, biking
References
Valinda Peat, Preschool Teacher, office (217) 356-1818
Erica Schneider, Environmental Education Coordinator, office (217) 384-4062
Deborah Balsbaugh, Montessori School Administrator, office (217) 356-1818
Kara Allison, 4th Grade Teacher, home (217) 590-4086
Karen Gschwen, Student Teacher Supervisor, cell 217-378-7373
Theresa Hazlewood, 5th Grade Teacher, cell 217-621-6459
To procure a teaching position at an elementary or middle school that will support my desire to push students to their highest potential and educate to inspire lifelong learning.
Educational Background
Bachelor of Science – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Major – Elementary Education
Concentration – Language Arts
Endorsements – Science, Language Arts, Social Science, Middle School
August 2010
Associate of Science – Parkland College, Champaign, IL
Major – Elementary Education
August 2007
Certification - Initial Illinois Certificate in Elementary Education (Type 03, K-9)
Classroom Experience
Student Teaching – Southside Elementary School, Champaign, IL
· Encouraged collaboration and use of technology by having students create their own web page within the classroom’s website
· Differentiated mathematics instruction by teaching concepts to small groups that change on a daily basis depending on concepts being taught
Spring 2010
Early Field Experience – Lincoln Trail Elementary, Mahomet, IL
· Instrumental in setting up the Good Habits, Great Readers program
· Created fun and interactive ways for students to pay attention to instructions, such as the “freeze technique” Fall 2009
Early Field Experience – Eastlawn Elementary, Rantoul, IL
· Implemented writers workshop in a first grade classroom which helped build relationships with the students as well as writing instruction
Spring 2009
Related Experience
Assistant Supervisor – Nature Day Camp
- Maintained, inventoried, and purchased all camp supplies
- Delivered and sorted all supplies to staff members
- Maintained the camp budget
- Planned and implemented Friday Morning All Camp activities with the Supervisor
- Held staff meetings and kept staff informed of camp changes, problems, and budget issues along with Supervisor
- Assisted the Supervisor in day to day needs and duties
Summer 2011
Preschool Teacher – Mother’s Morning Out
- Planned and implemented units, themes and lessons according to the Creative Curriculum standards
- Created a stimulating classroom environment using the Creative Curriculum which included areas of reading, writing, math, science, computer skills, dramatic play, blocks, music and movement, and sensory tables
- Analyzed and reported my students progress according to Creative Curriculum standard
- Met with parents consistently to inform them of their child’s progress and workScheduled and held Parent-Teacher conferences
- Instructed 8-10 students in various subjects with lessons that included Spanish, Life cycles, Author studies, Numbers and Letters, Vocabulary, Dance and Instruments, and Art.
Spring 2011
Teachers Aid - Montessori School of Champaign-Urbana in Savoy
· Using the Montessori Method, planned and implemented the stimulating activities and games
· Worked alongside my supervising directress to handle discipline and “free time”
· Supervised 20-25 students daily
Fall 2010 Spring 2011
FIRST LEGO League Judge– Illinois Regional & State Tournaments
· Judged groups of elementary to middle school aged children on their teamwork skills December 2009 January 2010
Day Camp Leader – Champaign Park District, Champaign, IL
· Created fun experiences for a group of 25-30 children ages 5-7
· Maintained positive and frequent communication with parents/guardians
· Consistently implemented behavior management techniques to ensure a safe place for all staff and children under my care
· Planned and implemented weekly and daily schedules
Summer 2007 Summer 2008
Volunteer at Children’s Art Festival – Charleston, IL
· Aided children ages 6-13 in completing several types of arts and crafts projects
· Greeted parents and children who attended creating a safe and fun environment for all
October 2005
HONORS AND AWARDS
· Parkland Honor Roll - Spring 2006, Fall 2006, Spring 2007
· Dean’s List – 2007-2008
· Member Phi Delta Kappa 2007
Computer / Software
· High level of proficiency in Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher)
· SMART board and accompanying SMART technologies
· iClickers
· Flip videos and digital camera
· Window’s Movie Maker
Interests
Drawing, writing, dancing, knitting, swimming, jogging, camping, hiking, biking
References
Valinda Peat, Preschool Teacher, office (217) 356-1818
Erica Schneider, Environmental Education Coordinator, office (217) 384-4062
Deborah Balsbaugh, Montessori School Administrator, office (217) 356-1818
Kara Allison, 4th Grade Teacher, home (217) 590-4086
Karen Gschwen, Student Teacher Supervisor, cell 217-378-7373
Theresa Hazlewood, 5th Grade Teacher, cell 217-621-6459