Over two years of experience in the field of education, combined with innate desire to learn and assist others. Proven ability to provide leadership in a collaborative setting and utilize interdisciplinary approaches to maximize potential of self and others. Seeking to enhance knowledge of communications and sports media fields to target career path.
Highlights
Proficient in Microsoft and Macintosh operating systems.
Proficient in proofreading and editing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; iMovie.
Proficient in 35 mm photography, digital photography.
Experience
08/XXX3 to 05/XXX4
Language Arts/Readers and Writers Workshop Teacher, Sixth GradeQuadgraphics – Hubertus, WI,
Challenged the educational and personal development of students through the implementation of higher-order thinking questions and consequential analyses.
Collaborated with colleagues to identify student needs through the analysis of data; adjusted personal teaching and learning methodology accordingly.
Identified student needs; participated in and contributed to student intervention meetings (with the Child Study Team) to create possible solutions to address said needs.
Maintained open dialogue with parents about student progress and development via email and the telephone; openly discussed areas of strength and areas of growth with mentor and administrators.
11/XXX2 to 05/XXX3
English Leave Replacement, Ninth and Tenth Grade Paragon Systems – Denver, CO,
Encouraged students to think independently and express ideas through the use of literature circles (in conjunction with The Great Gatsby) and Reader's Theater (in conjunction with The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet).
Employed classroom management techniques to develop and nourish a safe learning environment by instructing students in citizenship and basic communication skills.
Sustained professional competence and professional growth via professional workshops and faculty and PLC (team) meetings, with concentrations in writing and the PARCC assessment.
Developed and maintained a positive and respectful rapport with students, staff, and faculty.
08/XXX2 to 11/XXX2
English Leave Replacement, Ninth Grade Northern Highlands Regional High School – City, STATE,
Integrated an array of auditory, visual, and kinesthetic strategies to meet the diverse needs of students in an inclusion setting.
Scaffolded student learning through teacher modeling, group activities, and teacher-facilitated class discussions.
Designed and performed curricular unit on thesis statements and a combined unit on short stories and literary devices and elements to meet the Common Core Standards.
Created and assigned interdisciplinary projects to enhance student learning and understanding.
XXX2 to 04/XXX2
Student Teacher, Fourth GradeBrookside Elementary School – City, STATE,
Designed and performed cross-curricular reading and writing unit plan, with emphasis on the historical fiction genre and literary essay genre.
Collaborated with principal, educational consultant, and all fourth grade teachers on the development of the reading and writing curricula.
Participated in special education eligibility meetings.
02/XXX4 to 04/XXX4
Observer, Physical TherapyLester C. Noecker Elementary School – City, STATE,
Questioned physical therapist on approach, methods, and strategies; applied reasoning to observations.
Spoke with and encouraged patients (students) with a variety of sensory motor deficits as they completed exercises.
02/XXX3 to 04/XXX3
Intern, Pediatric UnitThe Valley Hospital – City, STATE,
Facilitated understanding of medical condition through play therapy.
Aided children's physical and emotional well-being post-surgery.
Assisted children in reading and writing activities used in a healing manner.
05/XXX2 to 07/XXX2
Art Specialist, First - Seventh Grade Ramapo Country Day Camp – City, STATE,
Designed and performed multiple art lessons to meet the varying developmental and physical (i.e.
fine-motor function) needs of children.
Encouraged children to explore and develop their creativity.
Guided children on their quests to complete complex, more labor-intensive projects.
As seasoned employee, assisted new employees in becoming acquainted with daily processes and routines.
07/XXX5 to Current
Team Services MemberLifetime Fitness – City, STATE,
Greet members in a friendly yet professional manner.
Assist in managerial duties (i.e.
updating member account information, performing monthly monetary transactions).
Listen to member needs and desires and respond accordingly.
06/XXX5 to 09/XXX5
Sales AssociateLacoste – City, STATE,
Interacted with patrons in a professional manner.
Performed computer data entry of customer information.
Organized, assembled display of inventory.
Handled monetary transactions.
04/2009 to 07/2009
Intern, Human Resources DepartmentHackensack University Medical Center – City, STATE,
Collaborated with doctors, nurses, and hospital administrators on a daily basis.
Participated in the organization, design, and promotion of hospital activities and functions.
Organized, contributed to, and edited the daily hospital newsletter Take Five.
07/XXX5 to 05/XXX5
Administrative AssistantSeth W. Sachs, M.D – City, STATE,
Interacted with patients at front office reception area.
Performed computer data entry of patient information; maintained strict confidentiality.
Maintained electronic communication with health insurance companies.
Organized and coordinated patient activities while in office.
Education
Expected in XXX3
Master of Arts: Elementary Education William Paterson University - Wayne, NJ GPA: GPA: 3.85
GPA: 3.98
Expected in
: Non-Degree Bergen Community College - Paramus, NJ GPA: GPA: 3.98
GPA: 4.00
Expected in XXX0
B.A: English, Media and Communications Muhlenberg College - Allentown, PA GPA: GPA: 3.217
GPA: 3.217
Expected in 2009
Study Abroad: Queen Mary, University of London - London, GPA:
Gained appreciation and understanding of social, cultural, and economic differences.
Interests
Gained appreciation and understanding of social, cultural, and economic differences Honors Kappa Delta Pi Organizations: Member since November XXX1 Pi Lambda Theta Member since November XXX1 Muhlenberg College
Languages
Proficient in Spanish.
Skills
approach, Arts, art, basic, communication skills, consultant, creativity, data entry, digital photography, email, English, fiction, front office, instructing, insurance, inventory, Macintosh, managerial, meetings, mentor, Microsoft Office, office, modeling, newsletter, operating systems, personnel, phone system, 35 mm photography, PLC, processes, progress, promotion, express, rapport, reading, reception, short stories, Proficient in Spanish, Teacher, teaching, telephone, workshops
Additional Information
Gained appreciation and understanding of social, cultural, and economic differences Honors Kappa Delta Pi Organizations: Member since November XXX1 Pi Lambda Theta Member since November XXX1 Muhlenberg College Merit Scholarship; Dean's List; National Scholars Honor Society Volunteer Activities: 9/08-5/10 Phi Sigma Sigma - Sorority Sister Participated in social and charitable events to raise money for the National Kidney Foundation. Certifications: Personal Fitness Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine Anticipated, Summer XXX5
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School Attended
William Paterson University
Bergen Community College
Muhlenberg College
Queen Mary, University of London
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Language Arts/Readers and Writers Workshop Teacher, Sixth Grade
