JESSICA

BOLDT
boldtj@uni.edu
(319) 521-5926

OBJECTIVE



EDUCATION

Seeking a teaching position in an elementary level classroom that encourages

learning and development of all students.

University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA
Bachelor of Arts: Elementary Education
Minor: Leisure, Youth and Human Services
3.87/4.00 Cumulative GPA
Expected Graduation Date: May 2016
Deans List: Fall 2012-Fall 2015

OSHA Certificate Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter and Dependent Adult Certificate High Risk
Behaviors and Substance Abuse Certificate CPR/AED Certified

CERTIFICATIONS




FIELD EXPERIENCES


Student Teaching






Spring 2016


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3 Grade- Skinner North Classical School, Chicago, IL
In progress

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4 Grade- Okoboji Elementary, Okoboji, IA
Developed and carried out two weeks of full time teaching
Assisted with and led classroom management, routines and lessons
Strategized with fellow teachers to develop lesson topics

Level III







Fall 2015
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2 Grade- Oak Forest Elementary, Houston, TX
Observed every aspect of a classroom and teacher for one week
Aided the teacher in small group and large group lessons and preparation
Taught for two full days with lead teacher observation
Level II
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1 Grade- Hansen Elementary, Cedar Falls, IA



Spring 2014
Planned and taught two math lessons on subtraction and length
Provided aid in daily activities and lessons
Administered spelling tests
Utilized small and large group discussions to provide students with better understanding
of material
Level I
2nd Grade- Kittrell Elementary, Waterloo, IA



Spring 2013
Observed different teacher management and classroom styles
Worked with students individually and in small groups to develop literary skills
Assisted teacher with daily classroom activities

OTHER TEACHING EXPERIENCES

Prairie Lakes Church






Fall 2013-2015


MOPS Childcare, 2 year old teacher
Provide a safe and fun environment for children to grow in their faiths

Communicate with families to ensure comfort in the care of their children

Prepare and teach developmentally appropriate lessons

Blackhawk YMCA, Waterloo, IA

May-August 2015
Summer Camp Staff
Prepared ideas for program activities to keep children engaged
Created and maintained a healthy, safe and fun environment for children
Developed positive relationships with students and parents

African American Children and Families Conference


February 2015
Participant
Expanded personal knowledge varying cultural backgrounds of students
Collaborated with colleagues on topics affecting African American students
Gained perspective on teaching practices to help all students

HACAP Inn Circle, Cedar Rapids, IA

May-August 2014
Youth Summer Programmer
Worked in accordance with AmeriCorps to provide youth programming
Developed fun and academically enriching summer programs for at-risk
Worked with the community to provide a variety of opportunities for youth

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES

Ridgeway Assisted Living





Fall 2014-2015
Volunteer, Sunday program planning

Prairie Lakes Church

Kidventure, Sunday School Teacher

Irving Elementary School

Teammates Mentor

Spring 2014-2015

Fall 2012-2015

Prairie Lakes Church






Fall 2013-2015


The Rock Small Group Leader



RELATED ACTIVITIES



Cedar Valley Viewpoint Youth Camp




Summer 2012


Field Coordinator Staff Member
Planned and coordinated faith-based programming for middle school youth
Collaborated with other staff members to provide an overall faith enriching opportunity
for youth campers
Coordinate work in the community for campers to campers to complete in addition to
faith based worship and small group opportunities

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE



Hy-Vee, Cedar Rapids, IA





Summer 2010-2015


Cashier
Greet each and every customer with a smile
Accommodated customer needs and store operations
Willingness to complete a variety of jobs based on circumstances

AFFILIATIONS



Multicultural Teaching Alliance



COLLEGE ACTIVITIES



Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society


Dance Marathon

Fall 2013-2015

Spring 2014-present

Spring 2013-present