Carly Atkinson

951 Highland Dr. Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 902-1721 atkin105@msu.edu

Objective

To obtain a full-time teaching position in Secondary Science for Fall

2015.

Certifications

Secondary Education: Earth Science (6-12)

Integrated Science Endorsement (DI)
American Red Cross CPR and First Aid

Education

Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Teacher Certification
May 2015
Bachelor of Science, Earth Science
May 2014
Teaching major: Earth Science
Teaching minor: Integrated Science
Deans List, 4 semesters

Teaching
Experience
Present

Hayes Middle School, Grand Ledge, Michigan

Teaching Intern, 8th grade Earth Science

September 2014

Created lessons using both High School Content Expectations

and Next Generation Science Standards
Effectively managed a classroom using a positive reinforcement
approach
Communicated with parents via email and telephone
Recorded and assessed data concerning student goals and
objectives
Collaborated with coworkers to create lessons using a mix of
instructional methods
Utilized many different technologies within the classroom

Mason Middle School, Mason, Michigan

Teaching Intern, 8th grade Earth Science
October 2013 April
2014
Developed lessons incorporating scientific discussion
Tailored one-on-one sessions based on students needs
Observed lead teachers management and teaching style
Work
Michigan
Experience
Present

State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Research Assistant, CarbonTIME

August 2013

Coded responses to collect data on student growth

Collaborated with researchers, to create and publish a science
curriculum for National Geographic, with funding from the
National Science Foundation

Computer
Microsoft Office
SmartBoards
Skills
Document Projectors
Promethean
PowerSchool
Coaching

Science Olympiad

Apple Products

Track & Field (Shot Put/Discus)