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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a teaching position in an elementary school setting that will give me the opportunity to apply my knowledge,
experience and dedication to education to meet the needs of every student.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Teaching
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Certification: Elementary Education (PreK-6)
Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Science
Major: Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
Minor: Elementary Education
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
May 2016
May 2015
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
May 2016-Present
Centennial High School, Ellicott City, MD
Plan and carry out lessons for American Government and World History classes
Maintain effective classroom management strategies
Collaborate with Paraeducator and special educator to provide personalized instruction for students with IEPs and
504 plans
Student Teacher
January 2016- May 2016
Evergreen Elementary School, Fourth Grade, Midlothian, VA
Swift Creek Elementary School, Second Grade, Midlothian, VA
Gradually take over classroom instruction and routine duties by increasing responsibilities each week
Differentiate instruction by incorporating learning stations and Blooms Taxonomy to meet the diverse needs of
all students
Implement a positive behavior support management system to create a caring and safe learning environment
Incorporate Virginias Standards of Learning into planning and implementation of lessons
Facilitate daily morning meetings to foster classroom community
Practicum Student
Elkton Elementary School, Kindergarten, Elkton, VA
Fall 2015
Observed the instruction of lessons and acquired knowledge of effective classroom management strategies
Engaged students in weekly math lessons by utilizing various types of hands-on and minds-on learning strategies
Worked one-on-one and aided a student with academic, emotional, and behavioral needs
William Perry Elementary School, Third Grade, Waynesboro, VA
Spring 2015
Attended meetings with third grade team and administration regarding literacy instruction
Guided a small group in reading to improve comprehension
Facilitated a review lesson in social studies and conducted introductory lessons for science and math
Verona Elementary School, First Grade, Verona, VA
Spring 2014
Conducted an in-depth case study of one student, focusing on all areas of development
Planned and implemented a developmentally appropriate creative arts lesson
Developed a collection of literacy lesson plans at the transitional level
2010-Present
Spring 2014-2015
2010-2011
May 2016-Present
November 2011-Present
September 2011-Present
Fall 2014
Spring 2015 and Spring 2014
Fall 2014 and Fall 2013
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hostess, De Lazy Lizard Bar and Grille, Ocean City, MD
Hostess/Carry-Out, Laytons Family Restaurant, Ocean City, MD
Beach Service, Pattis Beach Service, Ocean City, MD
Summer 2014
Summer 2009
Summer 2008