Resume
Professional Profile
Skilled educator, trainer, and school-aged and adult learning coach with 20 years of experience. Background in curriculum development and educational technology including the design and implementation of e-learning materials. Adept at guiding adult and school-age students in learning opportunities. Comfortable and flexible with all learners and learning styles. Creative and innovative teaching strategies for all audiences. Strong command of the English language in both oral and written communication. Tenacious, hard-working, and expeditious when learning new material.
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Earned a Master of Arts in Educational Technology from Michigan State University in 2015.
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Hold a Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and English.
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Employ Love and Logic discipline strategies for exceptional classroom management.
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Experienced in teaching technology through the Language Arts.
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Dedicated to building relationships with students and parents to promote a life- long love of reading and writing.
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Proficient knowledge and instruction of Lucy Caulkins, Ralph Fletcher and Nancy Atwell writing materials.
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Previously involved in the Elementary English/Language Arts Leadership team at the Genesee ISD.
Education, Certifications, and Honors
M.A. in Educational Technology (2015) Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
M.A.T. Curriculum and Instruction (2002)
Oakland City University
Oakland City, Indiana
Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education and English (2001) Oakland City University
Oakland City, Indiana
*Student Teacher of the Year Honorable Mention
*Margaret Earl O’Connell Harper Actor of the Year
*Alpha Psi Omega Dramatics Fraternity Member
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Professional Certifications:
*Michigan English (BA 6-8)
*Michigan Educational Technology (NP K-8)
*Michigan Elementary Education (K-5 All Subject; K-8)
Annual Genesee County Literacy Conference - Presenter
Genesee Intermediate School District
Flint, Michigan
*The 21st Century Writer: Using Digital Tools to Teach
Writing (2013)
*Podcasting (2014)
*Online Portfolios (2014)
…always punctual, pleasant and professional…given up personal time…to direct the Saturday school program…respected by students and parents and has excellent classroom control…
Elizabeth Jordan, former principal
…goes above and beyond the call of duty…has made it her business to know each and every one of her students…what level they are on academically…challenges them using various techniques…great asset to any educational facility…
Sharice Miles, Parent Volunteer
…When I first came to this school, everybody made it seem like it was so hard…but you took a lot off my chest…you even made me love writing…
Nicole,
former student
…dedicated to her students, spending countless hours to better herself and her students…fair and consistent…well-loved by students, staff and all those her life touches…
Frank McDowell,
Parent Liason
…I will take all of your teaching and advice with me to high school…
Myra,
former student
Administrative Experience
2015 - 2016
3rd - 5th Grade Principal
Richfield Public School Academy
Flint, Michigan
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Responsibilities:
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Assisting teachers in planning, classroom management and delivery of instruction
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Teacher evaluations, observations, and feedback debriefs
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Model lessons with proven instructional strategies
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Assist teachers with analyzing data
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Lead grade group sessions for curriculum pacing and planning
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Develop teacher resources website
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2012 - 2015
Instructional Coach
Richfield Public School Academy
Flint, Michigan
Responsibilities:
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Assisting teachers in planning, classroom management and delivery of instruction
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Teacher observations and feedback debriefs
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Model lessons with proven instructional strategies
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Assist teachers with analyzing data
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Lead grade group sessions for curriculum pacing and planning
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Develop teacher resources website
Summer 2010/2012
Summer School Coordinator
Richfield Public School Academy
Flint, Michigan
Summer 2006
Summer School Coordinator/ELA Instructor
Center Academy
Flint, Michigan
Teaching Experience
2016 - present
Genesee Academy
Swartz Creek, Michigan
Position: Middle School English
Responsibilities:
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International Baccalaureate Training and Implementation
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Planning and presenting lessons according to the Michigan Curriculum Framework
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Planning and working with parents for student achievement
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Monitoring student behavior
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Monitoring student academic progress—teacher and student created rubrics, DRA reading test
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Administration of MEAP and SCANTRON EdPerformance Series standardized tests
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Organization of 8th grade graduation
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2007 – 2016
Richfield Public School Academy
Flint, Michigan
Positions:
2015 - 2016 8th Grade English/Language Arts
2012 - 2016 *Instructional Coaching/Principal
2011 - 2012 Middle School Writing
2009 – 2011 Middle School English/Language Arts
2007 – 2009 5th Grade
Responsibilities:
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Planning and presenting lessons according to the Michigan Curriculum Framework
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Planning and working with parents for student achievement
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Monitoring student behavior
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Monitoring student academic progress—teacher and student created rubrics, DRA reading test
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Administration of MEAP and IOWA standardized tests
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Organization of 8th grade graduation
2002 – 2007
Center Academy
Flint, Michigan
Positions:
2006 – 2007 Middle School English Language Arts
2005 – 2006 4th/5th Grade Split
Spring 2005 5th/6th Grade Split *
2003 – 2004 4th/5th Grade Split
2002 – 2003 Middle School Humanities
Responsibilities:
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Planning and presenting lessons according to the Michigan Curriculum Framework
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Planning and working with parents for student achievement
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Monitoring student behavior
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Monitoring student academic progress—teacher and student created rubrics, DRA reading test
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Administration of MEAP and IOWA standardized tests
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Organizing 8th grade graduation