KATHERINE E.

HESSELSCHWERDT


Career Objective
Seeking a position as a student teacher in a child-centered education program where I can offer
my knowledge and enthusiasm of teaching mathematics to elementary educational students of
various backgrounds.

Educational Background
Bachelor of Science, Grand Valley State University, expected December 2014
Major: Mathematics Emphasis on Elementary Education
Minor: Elementary Certification
GPA: 3.22/4.0

Certifications
Michigan Test for Teacher Certification Elementary Education (083)
Michigan Test for Teacher Certification Mathematics (Elementary) (089)
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

Work Experience
Student Teacher, Valley View Elementary, Grade 5 August 2014 Current
Created and implemented ELA standards-based unit plan
Co-taught with my coordinating teacher
Student Teacher, Arusha Primary School, Grade 6 3 May 2014 30 May 2014
Constructed and implemented mathematics standard-based lesson plans for 30
consecutive school days
Analyzed the notable differences and similarities between Tanzania, Africa schools and
United States schools
Teacher Assisting, North Oakview Elementary, Grade 3 January 2014-April 2014
Constructed and implemented two standard-based lesson plans
Lead small-group lessons
Tutored, Hope Academy of West Michigan, May 2013-June 2013
Created and conducted six lesson plans for two fourth students
Questioned students thought process through interviews
Tutored, Rosewood Elementary, January 2013-April 2013
Created and conducted lesson plans for small groups in kindergarten, second, and fifth
grade
Questioned students thought process through interviews
Education in Computers, Grand Valley State University, January 2006-April 2006
Created PowerPoint presentation on graphing
Utilized Excel to create functional spreadsheets
Education Psychology, Grand Valley State University, August 2005-December 2005
Researched learning style methods
Researched methods to motivate students in problem solving

KATHERINE E. HESSELSCHWERDT

Other Work Experience
GVSU Counseling and Career Development Center, August 2009January 2010
Receptionist
Learned and became proficient in new computer program Titanium
Utilized efficiently office supplies such as the fax machine, copy machine, laminator, and
managing phones
Assessed and analyzed patients Myers-Briggs, Strong Inventory, and StrengthsQuest
tests, and compiled personalized interpretation packets for each student
Skills
Trained to speak Spanish through the Spanish 321 course
Able to give directions in a clear and coherent manner
Create and effectively implement lesson plans for mathematics and language arts
Works well with others
Manage conflicts by negotiating and resolving differences
Well-versed in Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Professional Membership
National Council of Teaching Mathematics September 2007 - Current

Activities
Tutor learners at Hope Academy of West Michigan
Attended Math In Action Conference, February 9, 2013
Attended TI-Nspire 3-Day Workshop, August 12-15, 2008
Played wheelchair basketball, August 1999 July 2007
Keep up to date on research in mathematics, reading and writing, and teaching strategies
Collect quality childrens literature to have for my classroom library
Attend Grand Rapids Symphony shows, plays, and rock concerts

References
Dr. Charlene Beckmann, Professor
Department of Mathematics
Grand Valley State University
C-2-409 Mackinac Hall
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401-6495
616-331-2066

Dr. John Golden, Professor
Department of Mathematics
Grand Valley State University
C-2-416 Mackinac Hall
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401-6495
616-331-2040

KATHERINE E. HESSELSCHWERDT

Karol Tiemersma, Professor
Department of Movement Science
Grand Valley State University
B-2-227 Mackinac Hall
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401-6495
616-331-8890