Kara Kerlin

(810) 569-9326
kerlinkara@gmail.com
www.kerlinkara.weebly.com
Education
Michigan State University

May 2014

Bachelor of Arts, College of Education

Major: Elementary Education, Integrated Science

Teaching Certification Internship

Aug 2014- May 2015

Completed 24 credit hours in teaching and curriculum

Teaching Experience
Interventionist
Eagle Crest Charter Academy

Aug 2015 Current

Holland, MI
Grade Level: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Utilized Fountas and Pinnell leveled literacy instruction to support students in reading and writing
Maintained regular communications with the parents and updated the progress of the students
Collaborated with teachers to identify appropriate areas needed for development
Assessed and provided reports based on the performance and progress of the students
Student Teaching Internship
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy

Aug 2014 April 2015

Grand Rapids, MI
Grade Level: 4th
Created an inclusive learning environment while developing meaningful relationships with students
Implemented classroom management plans
Prepared and taught units in science, social studies, math, and language arts
Utilized and analyzed formal and informal assessments to monitor student achievement and plan
differentiated lessons
Participated in a Professional Learning Community with team teachers to improve student
achievement
Communicated with parents through phone calls, emails, and classroom website
Teaching-related Experience
Substitute Teacher
Professional Educational Services Group
Grand Rapids, MI

Oct 2014- Present

Science Olympiad Coach

Oct 2015- Present

Eagle Crest Charter Academy

Holland, MI
Soccer Coach

Sept 2014- Nov 2014

C.A. Frost Environmental Science Academy

3rd-5th grade
Lead School Age Teacher

May 2013- Aug 2013

Appletree Christian Learning Center, Cascade, MI

Led various activities and lessons

Planned and managed weekly field trips

Preschool Aide

Aug 2013- June 2014

Appletree Christian Learning Center, Cascade, MI

Actively participated in group and individual play time with children

Camp Counselor

July 2010- Aug 2012

Camp Copneconic, Fenton, MI

Taught basic horse knowledge to children while maintaining a safe environment for both
horse and rider
Supervised, led and cared for a small group of campers throughout each week
Professional Development
Fire-Up Conference

March 2015

Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI

Teacher Laws and Rights Seminar: MEA Legal Basics for teachers

Oct 2014

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

GRPS Professional Development
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy, Grand Rapids, MI

Sept 2014- April 2015

References

Debra Niewiada
Field Instructor, Michigan State University
Cell: (616) 826-7251
E-mail: dniewiada@yahoo.com

Lynette Moyer
Mentor Teacher, C.A. Frost Environmental Science Academy
Cell: (616) 540-2427
E-mail: moyerl@grps.org

Shelly Burton
Regional Director, Appletree Christian Learning Center
Phone: (616) 726 - 5000
E-mail: cascade_director@appletreekids.cc