STUDENT-ORIENTED LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER

Implements a hands-on classroom environment with high expectations, especially in the subjects of reading and
language arts. Emphasizes relationships as an integral part of the classroom, allowing students to feel safe, and achieve
their highest potential as learners working towards a common goal.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Data-driven instruction
Brain-based learning
Constructivist teaching
Focus on mastery

Total student engagement
Multiple grouping strategies
Positive parent communication
Engaged in Extracurricular Events

Consistent structure
Technology integration
Primary recency
Cross-curricular connections
EDUCATION
POST-BACCALAUREATE ELEMENTARY EDUCATION TEACHER CERTIFICATION MAY 2012
Student Teacher Education Partnership (STEP), Scottsdale Community College, Scottsdale, AZ

BACHELOR OF ARTS, LITERATURE, WRITING, AND FILM MAY 2010
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
TEACHING, STUDENT TEACHING, AND INTERNING EXPERIENCE
LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER, 6
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GRADE JULY 2013-PRESENT
Fees College Preparatory Middle School, Tempe Elementary School District
Designed weekly lesson plans focused on higher-order levels of student learning and differentiation
Maintained student engagement through grouping strategies, differentiation, and hands-on activities
Trained on and implemented in instruction: depth of knowledge questioning, Thinking Maps, close reading
Multicultural Fair Committee
Attained highly effective overall rating for annual evaluation, based on district evaluation rubric

INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY TEACHER, 5
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GRADE JULY 2012-MAY 2013
Taft Elementary, Mesa Public Schools
Designed weekly lesson plans focused on higher-order levels of student learning and differentiation
Maintained student engagement through grouping strategies, differentiation, and hands-on activities
Planned and co-led activities: Spelling Bee, Variety Show, 5
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Grade Science Camp, school-wide fundraiser
Committees: Grade Level Chair, Principals Advisory Committee, Classroom Aide Hiring Committee
Attained effective overall rating for annual evaluation, based on Charlotte Danielson framework

STUDENT TEACHING PLACEMENT, 6
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GRADE MARCH 2012-MAY 2012
Stevenson Elementary, Mesa Public Schools
Designed weekly lesson plans focused on higher-order levels of student learning and differentiation
Maintained student engagement through grouping strategies, and hands-on activities
Facilitated extracurricular activities: Hip Hop Club, Variety Show, Sea World Trip

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT, 7
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GRADE GENERAL SCIENCE JANUARY 2012-MARCH 2012
Gilbert Junior High, Gilbert Public Schools
Designed lesson plans for General and Honors Science, providing differentiation for the student population
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Led instruction for lab experiments, general instruction, assessment, and computer-based assignments
Built lasting relationships with students and staff

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT, 4
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GRADE OCTOBER 2011-DECEMBER 2011
Kyrene Del Norte Elementary School, Kyrene School District
Designed lesson plans for math block placement
Motivated students using manipulatives and technology in instruction
Analyzed student behavior and participated in developing student behavior plans
INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT, 1
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GRADE AUGUST 2011-OCTOBER 2011
Lowell Elementary, Mesa Public Schools
Attended weekly Professional Learning Community meetings
Developed lesson plans for reading block placement
Completed a 6 week reading intervention with an individual student

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE
SERVER SEPTEMBER 2011-MARCH 2012
SanTan Brewing Company
Provided excellent customer service to guests
Multi-tasked, attending to multiple guests at once
Displayed effectiveness in a team-oriented environment

SERVER/TRAINER JULY 2010-SEPTEMBER 2011
The Keg, Steakhouse and Bar
Facilitated the training of new employees, and the ongoing training of existing employees
Improved guest perception by providing above-standard service to guests
Mastered knowledge of restaurant standards and menus, in order to inform staff and guests

CUSTOMER SERVICE COORDINATOR MAY 2008-JULY 2010
Verizon Wireless
Achieved resolutions for customers various needs
Coordinated team meetings for 8-12 people on a monthly basis for staff development
Earned recognition for building positive relationships with customers


CERTIFICATES, AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
OVER 50 HOURS OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE MESA PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT
OVER 75 HOURS OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE TEMPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS DISTRICT
RODEL PROMISING STUDENT TEACHER, 2011-2012, INCLUDING 17 HOURS OF PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
OVER 500 VOLUNTARY HOURS IN THE CLASSROOM PRIOR TO STUDENT TEACHING
16 HOURS OF ELA, AND 21 HOURS OF MATH COMMON CORE CURRICULUM MAPPING
SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE HONORS ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, 2011-2012
INTEL TEACH TO THE FUTURE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE
STEVENSON ELEMENTARY VARIETY SHOW, SPRING 2012
STEVENSON ELEMENTARY HIP HOP CLUB, SPRING 2012
STEVENSON ELEMENTARY 6
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GRADE SEA WORLD TRIP ORGANIZER AND CHAPERONE, SPRING 2012

REFERENCES
RUSS HEATH, PRINCIPAL, TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, MESA, AZ, (480)472-9088
JENNIFER SAGE, STAFF, TAFT ELEMENTARY, (480)516-1330
ANGELA VALENCIA, RODEL EXEMPLARY TEACHER, 6
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GRADE, STEVENSON ELEMENTARY, MESA, AZ, (480)472-9020