Lauren F.

Collier
729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 517-449-0623 lcollie43@gmail.com
"Lauren has developed an understanding of students strengths, needs and interests and uses that to plan instruction."
-Cynthia Carver Field Instructor

Objective To obtain a full-time teaching job at the Elementary level of education in a community that values lifelong learning and character development. Education Michigan State University; East Lansing, MI - Masters of Arts, Teaching and Curriculum Michigan State University; Sydney, Australia - Study Abroad Graduate Program, June 2009 Michigan State University; East Lansing, MI - Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, May 2009

"Lauren has worked with students who are having issues to promote individual responsibility. She treats each student as an individual and works with that student in a way that suits that student and that issue"
-Terry Daley Coordinating Teacher

Olentangy Liberty High School; Powell, OH - Diploma, June 2005 Teaching Experience 1.0 Teacher, Marble Elementary; East Lansing, MI - August 2011-Present 2/3 Teacher, The Baldwin Center; Pontiac, MI - June-August 2011 .40 Teacher, Marble Elementary; East Lansing, MI - Oct. 2010-June 2011 Carried out interventions for students struggling in certain areas. Long-Term Substitute (3rd Grade), Marble Elementary; East Lansing, MI - Feb. 2011-Mar. 2011 Adapted my teaching and curriculum to the needs of my students. Developed a positive relationship with the parents of my students. Created a classroom environment where students felt comfortable experimenting and making mistakes in the hope of deeper understanding. Substitute Teacher, Professional Education Services Group - Sept. 2010-June 2011 Intern Teacher (3rd Grade), Marble Elementary; East Lansing, MI - Sept. 2009-June 2010 Collaborated with other teachers and classrooms in the building. Encouraged student independence and self-advocacy. Tried a variety of classroom management methods to find what works best for my students as well as myself. Effectively planned and carried out units throughout the year. Intern Teacher (2nd Grade), Drummoyne Primary; Sydney, Australia - June 2009-Aug. 2009 Received a first-hand look at the Australian Educational System and Australia's rich history. Incorporated new techniques and world knowledge into my teaching. Senior Experience (1st/2nd Grade), Attwood Elementary; Lansing, MI - Aug. 2008-May 2009 Effectively planned and carried out lessons for a first and second grade classroom simultaneously. Made the most out of limited resources so my students' needs would be met. Travel Experience I have been fortunate enough to partake in the "Pre-Internship Teaching in Australia" study abroad program through Michigan State University. I received a first-hand look at the Australian educational system and observed high-quality educators. I was able to take some of their teaching practices and incorporate them into my own teaching. In Australia, as well as the many other counties I have visited, I experienced and appreciated many different cultures. Due to these experiences, I am able to provide my students with quality insights into other cultures through the knowledge and artifacts I acquired on my travels. Technology Proficient in: MAC or PC computers Digital photography Smart-boards Microsoft word, powerpoint, excel Videography ELMO/overhead projectors

"She helped create a community where learning was enjoyable, and where children felt they were safe and could take learning risks."
-Lisa Armstrong 3rd Grade Teacher

Lauren F. Collier
729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 517-449-0623 lcollie43@gmail.com
References "Lauren is well prepared to teach all subject matters. She considers higher level and critical thinking questions to use during her lessons."
-Terry Daley Coordinating Teacher

Terry Daley 729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 333-7860 daley_t@elps.k12.mi.us Lisa Armstrong 729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 333-7860 armstrong_lm@elps.k12.mi.us Sally Labadie 116T Erickson Hall East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 432-1687 labadies@msu.edu Teaching Philosophy

Ruth Riddle 729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 333-7860 riddle_rl@elps.k12.mi.us Lindsey Waters 729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 333-7860 waters_ln@elps.k12.mi.us Kristin Casby 729 N. Hagadorn Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 333-7860 casby_k@elps.k12.mi.us

"Lauren communicates high standards for all students. She models with enthusiasm and curiosity."
-Cynthia Carver Field Instructor

Although I believe all children are individuals, I've found that students learn at their highest potential when four main factors are present. The first is a safe and positive environment where students feel comfortable to express themselves and take risks to further their education. Students should also play a large role in the set up of their classroom community. They should have say in the behavior goals and classroom management methods. It is my belief if students set goals for themselves and their peers rather than having me decide for them, they will be more likely to hold themselves accountable. Not only does involvement and choice foster self-advocacy, but independence and intrinsic motivation as well. Students need to be willing to put in the work necessary for academic achievement. I could offer all the rewards in the world, but if students feel the work they are doing is not interesting or will positively affect them, they will not get much out the curriculum. I also believe learning should not only take place in the classroom, so students benefit from parental involvement. When students know they will able share what they learned in school with an adult, they will get more out of their education. Lastly, students also require their needs to be met. Every student has different learning and emotional needs, but if they feel supported and treated as an equal, it can be viewed as a positive aspect of our learning community. My experiences as a student and as an educator have shaped my view of what an effective teacher consists of. Each student's learning needs, behavioral needs, interests, and ability levels should be considered when planning successful lessons. Lessons should have their objectives and learning goals clearly stated for the students and should be presented in interesting ways. Students should be able to see the purpose of the lesson and why it is necessary to learn it. I have come to value this idea because of my own experiences as a student. Math was presented to me through rote learning and I never understood how I would apply it outside the classroom. Due to this, I did not enjoy math throughout my grade school education and therefore did not apply myself in that subject to the best of my ability. I believe that students should be held to high standards and treated as individuals. Differentiation in lessons and assessment is key to individual achievement. Students should have choices in how they express what they have learned because "successes" look different for each student. My students will always know how much I value their success and respect them as a group as well as individually.