Andrea Lussier

Present: 215 Wellington Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Permanent: 8109 Top View Lane, Pinckney, MI 48169
(810)-333-3757 - Lussiera@mail.gvsu.edu

Objective

Seeking an opportunity to apply my knowledge and passion for teaching at an elementary age
level, by providing my expertise and inspiring experiences to students.

Education

BS in Education, Grand Valley State University September 2013–April 2018

 GPA: 3.4/4.0
 Major: Education & Group Social Studies
 Emphasis: Elementary Geography
 Minor: Elementary Certification
 Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) – Elementary Education

High School Diploma, Brighton High School June 2013

 GPA: 3.5/4.0
 Achievements: Academic Award/Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Interact

Experience

Summer School Teacher, West Elementary June 2018 – August 2018

 Assisted below grade level students in reaching grade level benchmarks and standards
 Responsible for classroom at a whole group level
 Planned and implemented daily lessons while ensuring parents stayed informed
 Implemented classroom management & structure to promote student growth
 Used data to drive instruction
 Observed and analyzed student data and progress
 Maintained classroom order and structure
 Created and implemented lesson plans for elementary level
 Established and enforced classroom rules for behavior and procedures
 Created a welcoming and comfortable learning environment
 Demonstrated positive student/teacher interactions
 Collaborated and interacted positively with building staff
 Implemented positive and consistent communication with parents
Building/Substitute Teacher, AESOP Frontline & EduStaff August 2017 – June 2018
 Many hours of experience substitute teaching across Michigan
 All elementary grade levels
 Hired as building substitute at Alpine Elementary for remainder of school year after
completing student teaching in the building

Kindergarten Student Teacher, Alpine Elementary January 2018 – April 2018

 Responsible for classroom at a whole group level
 Planned and implemented daily lessons while ensuring parents stayed informed
 Implemented classroom management & structure to promote student growth
 Facilitated parent teacher conferences
 Used data to drive instruction
 Observed and analyzed student data and progress
 Maintained classroom order and structure
 Created and implemented lesson plans for elementary level
 Established and enforced classroom rules for behavior and procedures
 Assisted with MAP testing
 Assisted with ESL students
 Created a welcoming and comfortable learning environment
 Demonstrated positive student/teacher interactions
 Collaborated and interacted positively with building staff
 Implemented positive and consistent communication with parents

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant, Alpine Elementary August 2017 – Dec 2017

 Reinforced classroom discussions and lesson plans
 Conducted small and whole group learning through co-teaching model
 Assisted in creation of classroom structure, delivery of content, and testing

Assistant Teacher, AppleTree Learning Center April 2016 – June 2017

 Delivered curriculum to children and maintained contact with all parents/guardians
 Managed behavioral issues and provided basic care

Tutor, Sibley Elementary January 2016 – April 2016

 Analyzed student data and tutored 3rd graders in math

Tutor, Hope Academy of West Michigan August 2015 – Dec 2015

 Analyzed student data and tutored 1st graders in reading

Other Work Experience

Student Manager, GVSU Kelly Sports Center May 2014 – April 2015

Sales Associate, Michaels Craft Store November 2010 – July 2013

 Professional Development
 Fire-Up Conference Winter 2018
 Chris Emdin: Hip Hop Education Winter 2018
 Working with Children in Crisis Winter 2018
 Instructional Decision Making Winter 2018
 Gifted Students 101 Winter 2018
 Students Who Struggle in General Education Classrooms Winter 2018
 Teaching Hands on Science Winter 2018
 Engaging Learners in Literate Activities Winter 2018
 Co-Teaching Cohort Series Fall 2017
 The Trauma Informed Teacher Fall 2017
 Structures and Society Series Fall 2017

Volunteering
 Kid’s Food Basket
 Youth Women’s Center for Abuse
 Painted Turtle Camp
 Family Math Nights
 Brighton Area Schools
 South Lyon Community Schools

Certifications/Interests
 First Aid & CPR
 Travel
 Hiking
 Exercise
 References

Jason Snyder
Building Principal
616-784-0884
jsnyder@khps.org

Diane Papranec
Cooperating Kindergarten Teacher
(616) 581-5682
dpapranec@khps.org

Ann Blais
University Field Coordinator
(616) 560-4188
blaisa@gvsu.edu

Sheryl Vlietstra
College of Education Advisor/Professor
(616) 843-3192
vlietssh@gvsu.edu

Annie Sullivan
AppleTree Learning Center
(616) 805-9335