Elizabeth S.

Affeldt
24621 Curie Warren, MI 48091 (586) 601-5420 elizabethsaffeldt@gmail.com
elizabethsarahaffeldt.weebly.com

Objective

To obtain a position as a classroom teacher, in which I will provide a safe and nurturing learning
environment to foster student growth and success.

Certification

Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate

All subjects, Grades K 5; 6 8 self contained
Mathematics, Grades 6 8
Early Childhood (ZS) Endorsement

Education
2014 - 2015

2010 2014

Michigan State University

Teacher Certification Internship

GPA: 4.0

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Arts in Child Development

GPA: 3.99

Teaching Experience
2015-2016

Mill Road Primary School, Red Hook, New York

Kindergarten Long-term Contract Substitute (3 months)
Second Grade Long-term Contract Substitute (3 months)
Created a smooth transition between teachers to foster student social and academic success
Implemented lesson plans to facilitate student learning in all subject areas
Collaborated with colleagues to discuss scope and sequence of curriculum
Communicated with parents to promote a positive home-school connection via weekly newsletters and
social media postings
Assessed student advancement toward objectives and benchmarks using multiple forms of assessment
(i.e., anecdotal notes, running records, work samples, summative assessments, etc.)
Used formative assessments to adjust instruction to fit the needs of all students
Differentiated instruction to support the growth of all students
Utilized RTI/MTSS strategies to reach diverse learners in the classroom

Teaching Related Experience

2014 2015

Schavey Road Elementary School, DeWitt, Michigan

First Grade Intern
Structured the classroom environment to foster positive student interaction and academic success
Facilitated student learning in all subject areas to develop critical thinking skills
Collaborated with colleagues to create meaningful and engaging academic units
Communicated with parents to promote a positive home-school connection via bi-weekly newsletters and
social media postings
Responded to individual student needs, interests, and abilities through differentiated instruction to
support the growth of all students
Monitored student advancement toward objectives and benchmarks with various assessments
and adjusted instruction to support student needs

2013 2014

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish School, East Lansing, Michigan

Kindergarten Senior Field Placement
Designed and implemented engaging lessons in all core subject areas
Facilitated small group activities to promote student cooperation and learning
Assessed student progression toward academic benchmarks
Provided one-on-one assistance to support all student learning needs

2013

Michigan State University Child Development Laboratory, East Lansing, Michigan

Child Development Intern & Teacher Assistant
Created and taught thematic units to increase student knowledge
Prepared student portfolios to document student development and growth
Developed strategies to increase child safety during transitions
Supervised and supported student teachers to enhance skill development
Attended weekly seminars to study best practices in child development and teaching

2011

Pinecrest Elementary School, East Lansing, Michigan

Volunteer
Optimized student learning by providing individualized instruction for preschoolers with special needs
Encouraged the use of problem-solving skills and language to promote appropriate student interactions

Other Work Experience

2015
2014 2015
2013 2014
2012
2012
2012

Red Hook Central School District, Red Hook, New York

Per Diem Substitute Teacher
PESG, Mason, Michigan
Per Diem Substitute Teacher
Michigan State University Museum, East Lansing, Michigan
Assistant Coordinator of S.E.A.L.-Tots Program
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, Dept. of Human Development and Family Studies
Macomb Community College, Clinton Township, Michigan
Velocity Junior Day Camp Instructor
Macomb Intermediate School District, Clinton Township, Michigan
Administrative Assistant, Early Childhood and Early Literacy Specialists

Professional Development
2015
Coming Together for Children Early Childhood Conference
2015
Creating Inclusive Excellence in Teacher Education Conference
2015
RTI/MTSS
2015
Engagement Strategies
2014
Michigan State University Technology Conference
2014
Kappa Delta Pi: I am a Teacher Expo
2014
Timothy Shanahan: The Instructional Level and Challenging Text
2013
Preschool Early Literacy Indicators
Professional Memberships
2012 2016
2012 2016

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Kappa Delta Pi

Technology

Microsoft Office Suite, Illuminate, Weebly, Apple Products, Interactive White Boards