ALLISON BARICKO

833 Portobello Road Toms River, New Jersey 08753 (848)-448-8147 Allison.Baricko@gmail.com
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking an Elementary level teaching position, Kindergarten to sixth grade, utilizing my experience with young children and
strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
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EDUCATION
The College of New Jersey, Ewing, New Jersey GPA: 3.9 May 2014
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science, Integrative Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (iSTEM)
CEAS, Elementary Education- K-6 June 2014
Eligible for Mathematics- K-8, Science- K-8, and Technology-K-12 Certifications (anticipated) August 2014
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HONORS AND LEADERSHIP
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from The College of New Jersey
Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society- Co-President, Presented in Dallas, Texas; October 2013
Golden Key International Honor Society- Member
Deans List 6/6 Semesters at The College of New Jersey
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ADDIITONAL INFORMATION
Working knowledge of Engineering is Elementary, Engineering by Design, and Project Learning Tree Curriculum
Working knowledge of Mac and Windows Software, SMARTBoard Technology, and Google SketchUp
Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying Certification
Competed at TEECA Regional Competition in Elementary Design, placed in top 10
Athletics: Played High School Varsity Soccer, Tennis, and Lacrosse (Captain) -Interested in Coaching

Ocean County College, Toms River, New Jersey GPA: 3.9 May 2011
Associate of Liberal Arts
NJ STARS Scholarship Recipient
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teaching, Land O Pines Elementary School, Howell Township School District, New Jersey Fall 2013
- Teaching in fourth grade classroom.
- Created and implemented daily lesson plans to effectively meet New Jersey Common Core State Standards.
- Worked with students considered eligible for special services. Differentiated lessons to meet students needs to reach
social and academic success. Participated in Child Study Team Meetings.
- Produced engaging and interactive lessons including: math centers using Envisions Math Curriculum and science
experiments.
- Incorporated technology into lessons using PowerPoint Presentations,
- Actively involved in Back-to-School-Night, parent-teacher conferences, grade level and faculty meetings, and keeping
Running Records for the students.
- Helped out with Book Buzz Night, an event with parents wanting to get involved their childrens literacy education.
- Used knowledge of differentiating instruction to meet student abilities of gifted and low level learners.
Practicum III, Edgewood Elementary School, Yardley, Pennsylvania Spring 2013
- Teaching and observing in 4
th
grade classroom, designed and implemented a 10 science unit on Wetlands.
- Taught full-time in classroom for 10 days. Gained knowledge of Foss Kits for science exploration.
Practicum II, Afton Elementary School, Yardley, Pennsylvania Spring 2012
- Observed in 1
st
grade classroom, assisted with literacy education while learning about instruction.
- Worked one on one with various students to guide with literacy development as well as leveling them.
Practicum I, East Amwell Elementary School, Ringoes, New Jersey Fall 2011
- Observed in 3
rd
grade classroom, taught multiple lessons in math and science while utilizing programs like Brain Pop.
- Assisted teacher in grading tests, morning work, and answering students questions.
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RELATED EMPLOYMENT
Tennis Supervisor, Toms River Recreation, Toms River, NJ 2009-Current
Organized current tennis program. Teaching skills and strategies to new players ranging from 1
st
graders through high
school students to play tennis. Helped children by listening to concerns posed by parents to help students feel comfortable
on the tennis courts. Began as tennis instructor, promoted after two summers; Legally certified to work with children.
Substitute Teacher, Howell and Toms River School Districts. 2013-Current