Kathleen M.

Huguelet
626 Arlington Street Dubuque, IA 52001
815-715-5548
Kathleen.huguelet@loras.edu

EDUCATION
Loras College, Dubuque, IA, August 2012-Present, Anticipated completion of requirements May 2016
Bachelors of Art: English Literature
Licensure: Secondary Education
Overall GPA: 3.46/4.0 scale; Academic Deans List (Spring of 14, 15, and Fall of 15)
STUDENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Hempstead High School ~Dubuque, IA
January 2016-Present
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Utilized the Framework for 21 Century Learning, Common Core Standards and Backward Design to create
meaningful lessons. Designed lessons that incorporated Authentic Intellectual Work (AIW) which
emphasizes student construction of knowledge, conceptual understanding, and elaborated communication
through student centered activities. Executed lessons that involved tiered instruction, differentiated
instruction, and problem-based learning to meet the diverse learning needs in the classroom
Implemented behavior management strategies to identify and improve on task behaviors in the classroom.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE AND CLASSROOM OBSERVATION
Hempstead High School ~ Dubuque, IA
August- December 2015
Observed thirty hours in a freshmen English course and Speech course. Conducted an independent lesson on
the novel Of Mice and Men.
Wahlert Catholic High School ~Dubuque, IA
January- May
2015
Observed forty hours of classroom instruction. Planned and conducted eight independent lessons to a Senior
College Writing course and a Junior English course. Developed culturally sensitive lessons to extend
understanding on the autobiography Avas Story and the Holocaust. Created collaborative learning structures
in the classroom to enhance student motivation and understanding. Conferenced with students individually to
edit and offer constructive feedback on the research paper rough draft.
Marshall Elementary School ~Dubuque, IA
Spring 2014
Collaborated with a group to create two lessons on Shakespeare for the afterschool-care program.
Accommodated lessons to meet the needs of the learners by making Shakespeare accessible and applicable to
the young audience.
Audobon Elementary School~ Dubuque, IA
Spring 2013
Monitored students participating in the before school program. Created relationships through participating in
activities, offering help with school work, and assisting in providing breakfast for the students. Aided
kindergarten students who were learning to write their letters
AWARD RECIPIENT
Prestwick Country Club Champions Fund Scholarship Winner~ Frankfort, IL
August 2012, 13,
15
Presented award for outstanding leadership, service, and academic standing by club president

Frank Lehner Future Teacher Award ~ Loras College

March 2016
Recognized for being an outstanding future high school teacher of English. Selected as Co-Recipient award
winner by the Loras College English Faculty Team.
Senior Capstone: Thesis and Defense Recognized with Honors~ Loras College
November
2015
Received the highest distinction for sophistication of research and writing skills. Honors is awarded to work
that demonstrates advanced ability to articulate ones thoughts, communicate how a work of literature may
be understood in a critical or social context, and has a clear understanding of the elements of literature.
Ability to respond to questions cogently, extrapolate ideas to a larger context, and engage in accurate and
insightful discussion based on capstone goals.
PRESENTOR
Co Presenter at the Iowa International Education Conference~ University of Northern Iowa
April 2015
Demonstrated how the Center for Experiential Learning office, at Loras College, allows the areas of Career
Development, Internships, and Service Learning to benefit from the influence of International Education.
Legacy Symposium~ Loras College
May 2015
Presented on my experiences with service learning in the Dubuque community, international education in
China, and Career Development at Loras College. Currently preparing to present at the 2016 Legacy
Symposium on senior thesis: Western Sickness and Native American Cure in Leslie Silkos Ceremony
EMPLOYMENT
Summer Nanny~ Mokena, IL
Summer 2014- Present (Seasonal)
Watched four kids Monday through Friday. Served as role model, comfort, and aid to the family while
creating a fun learning and living environment. Made breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the family in addition
to doing laundry and household chores. Drove the children to camps, activities, and clubs throughout the
summer
Center for Experiential Learning Student Worker ~ Loras College
February 2014-December
2015
Working with program coordinators to foster student learning, professional development, and scholarship on
campus. Using various programs such as Excel to create documents in an organized and professional way.
Designing posters and appealing ads to encourage student involvement in networking opportunities.
Answering any questions students might have before meeting with one of the coordinators in the office.
Country Club Waitress~ Prestwick Country Club, Frankfort, IL
Summer 2012- 2015 (Seasonal)
Provided high quality food service to the country club members. Memorized the dining room and bar menu.
Developed good rapport with country club members by making a personal connection and memorizing each
individual members name.
SERVICE AND EXPERIENCE
AmeriCorps ~ Loras College,
September 2015-Present
Completed 347 hours of volunteer service in the greater Dubuque area with 200 of those hours spent in the
high school classroom.
Hiring Team for Staff Position in the Center for Experiential Learning ~ Loras College
October 2015
Conducted interview in a staff, faculty, and student meeting for hiring an internship coordinator
Strengthening Families Program~ Dubuque, IA
October 2014
Volunteered five hours to assist in providing a learning environment for children of families in high- risk
populations.

Academic Study Abroad~ Beijing, Suzhou, and Shanghai China

Track and Field Student Athlete ~Loras College
2013
Cross Country Student Athlete ~Loras College
Theatre Cast Member with Speaking Roles ~ Loras College
2016

January 2015
Spring
Fall 2012, 14
Fall 2015, Spring