RESUME

OBJECTIVE

            To obtain an elementary teaching position starting August 2020.

EDUCATION   

            University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa

            Bachelor of Arts: Elementary Education,                                            December 2019

            Minors: Mathematics K-8 and Literacy Education

• Cum Laude (GPA: 3.90/4.00)

Certifications:

• CPR/ First Aid

• High Risk Behaviors and Substance Abuse Training

• Leader in Me

• Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter

• Mandatory Reporter of Dependent Adult Abuse

• Nessy Learning Dyslexia

• OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens

• Right to Know Training

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COLLEGE ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

University Honors Program                                                                     Fall 2015- Spring 2019

Dean's List                                                                                                Fall 2015- Spring 2019

Chapter President, Gamma Phi Beta Sorority                                            Fall 2017- Fall 2018

Club Officer, Teaching Educators About Math (TEAM)                        Fall 2016- Spring 2019

Active Member, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society                                      Fall 2016- Spring 2019

Active Member, The River College Ministry                                          Fall 2016- Spring 2019

Active Member, Order of Omega Greek Honor Society                  Spring 2018-Spring 2019

Colorguard Captain, Panther Marching Band                                       Spring 2017- Fall 2017

Active Member, UNI Pep Band                                                                Fall 2015-Spring 2016

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STUDENT TEACHING

Cimarron Elementary: Aurora, CO

Fourth Grade

• Taught core subject areas to students with diverse learning abilities

• Co-planned units of study with the fourth grade team

• Conferred with students about reading, writing, and math while taking anecdotal notes

• Adjusted instruction daily based on formative and summative assessments

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Oak Valley Elementary: Omaha, NE

First Grade 

• Taught foundational skills in the areas of math, reading, writing, and social studies

• Evaluated student progress by administering running records, phonics, and math assessments

• Utilized a reading intervention with phonics instruction

• Differentiated and adjusted curriculum to meet the needs of all students

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FIELD EXPERIENCES  

GHV Elementary: Garner, IA                                                                                   Spring 2019

Experience III: Second Grade

• Facilitated whole group literacy instruction and math discussion

• Gained experience with classroom management

• Integrated movement with literacy to keep students engaged

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Southdale Elementary: Cedar Falls, IA                                                                    Spring 2017

Experience II: Second Grade

• Planned and taught a lesson on character traits and elements of a story

• Evaluated student reading abilities through book conferences

• Guided students with sight-word practice

Orange Elementary: Waterloo, IA                                                                            Spring 2016

Experience I: Fifth Grade

• Observed various teaching methods and classroom management styles

• Conducted small group reading activities with 3-5 students

• Administered spelling tests to class

OTHER TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Irving Elementary: Waterloo, IA                                                                                     Fall 2018

Advanced Literacy Practice Course

• Tutored a 5th grade student in literacy three times a week

• Planned strategies to meet reading, writing, and student negotiated goals

• Analyzed various assessments to better prepare lessons

Irving Elementary, Waterloo, IA                                                                                     Fall 2017

Elementary Curriculum and Arts Integration Course

• Taught literacy and art lessons to first graders once per week

• Collaborated with peers to plan and teach lessons

• Assisted with classroom activities and literacy centers

RELATED ACTIVITIES

Prairie Lakes Church: Cedar Falls, IA                                                   Spring 2017- Spring 2019

Sunday School Teacher– Second/ Third Grade

• Supervised activities and crafts to create an engaging atmosphere

• Assisted children in understanding bible passages

Mountain Park Community Church: Phoenix, AZ                       Summer 2016 & Summer 2017

Sunday School Teacher – Second Grade

• Facilitated lessons about biblical times and books of the bible

• Communicated with parents following each meeting

• Guided students in navigating the bible and understanding  various bible verses

United Christian Youth Camp: Prescott, AZ                                Summer 2016 & Summer 2017

 Small Group Leader – Fifth Grade

• Spent a week with students, teaching them about the bible and Christian faith

• Planned lessons reflecting large group teachings each day

• Encouraged collaboration among students while teaching lessons about the bible

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Camp Adventure: Key West, FL                                                                                Summer 2019

Camp Counselor

• Served Military families by planning and leading summer day camp activities

• Carried out themed activities and large group sports

• Aided and made accommodations for a first grade child with special needs

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Day Camp Adventures: Des Moines, IA                                                                    Summer 2018

Camp Counselor

• Led children ages 6-12 in sports and team building activities

• Took precautions to keep children safe while swimming, playing sports, and attending field trips

• Handled any conflict among children appropriately and respectfully

Ahwatukee Community Center: Phoenix, AZ                                  Summer 2016 & Summer 2017  

Camp Counselor

• Organized outdoor sports and games for children ages 6-12

• Oversaw children playing tennis and golf to ensure safety

• Created a positive atmosphere by participating in the games with children

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