Melanie Heikkila

32530 Grandview Ave.

Westland, MI 48186
(734) 612-1292
melanieheikkila@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a K-8 position as a school teacher that will utilize my leadership skills, effective
teaching style, and benefit from my willingness to work above and beyond the call of duty.

CERTIFICATIONS

Provisional Elementary Michigan Teaching Certification (Expires: 06/30/2022)

Adult and Child CPR and First Aid Certification (Expires: 07/31/2017)

EDUCATION
Eastern Michigan University - Ypsilanti, MI
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Certified: K-5th General Education

6-8th Mathematics Endorsement (EX)

GPA: 3.9 (4.0 scale)
Worked 30 hours weekly to finance education

SKILLS

Self-motivated with a high level of energy

Great communication and leadership skills
Decision making, critical thinking,
organizing and planning
Patient and dependable
Flexible to different situations

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
The Dearborn Academy, Dearborn, MI Middle School Math Specialist/Interventionist
February 2016 - Present
Instructed bilingual Tier-3 students, ranging from 5th to 8th grade, through small group instruction.
Developed mini-lessons targeted to meet and support each students individual math needs.
Supported learning through the use of manipulatives, games and technology.
Assessed student growth through designated pre- and post-tests.
Volunteered for various school activities, as well as tutored students weekly after school.

Farmington Elementary, Garden City, MI Student Teacher 5th Grade

September 2015 - December 2015
Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities in all main content areas.
Created an environment where students were actively engaged in the learning experience.
Identified and adapted teaching resources in order to meet the varying needs of children.
Communicated cooperatively with peers, colleagues and parents to meet teaching goals.
Applied appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.

Central Academy, Ann Arbor, MI Pre-student Teacher 2nd Grade

January 2015 - April 2015
Independently facilitated guided reading groups and read aloud lessons.
Guided students in writing workshops with specific focus on concepts of print.
Administered running record assessments to evaluate students work solving and comprehension.

TECHNICAL EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND

Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Livonia, MI
(October 2013 - February 2016)

Caf Associate
Panera Bread Canton, MI
(July 2012 - December 2013)

Supervisor: Joy Fakhouri

Supervisor: Ben Summers

Phone Number: 734-367-0010

Phone Number: 734-981-5926

Transferable skills:

Transferable skills:

Strong collaborator
Leadership skills
Precision to details
Organizational skills
Technology skills
Critical thinking skills

Customer service skills

Focus on accuracy
Complex problem solver
Organizational skills
Strong planning skills
Social skills

EDUCATION REFERENCES
Lynn Braun
Cooperating Teacher, Farmington Elementary, Garden City
Cell Phone: 734-812-9526
Email: braunl@gardencityschools.com

Laurie Wilson
Teacher, Farmington Elementary, Garden City
Cell Phone: 734-771-6471
Email: wilsonl@gardencityschools.com

Mike Salminen
College of Education Supervisor, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti
Cell Phone: 734-635-0696
Email: msalmine@emich.edu

e-Portfolio
melanieheikkila.weebly.com