Natalie Shuster

Home (724)527-2325 Cell (724)689-4808

Shu_727@hotmail.com
132 Gertrude Street
Jeannette, PA 15644 United States

OBJECTIVE
I am seeking a position as an Elementary Teacher.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
California University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Elementary Education
Graduation Date: May 2, 2009
Overall G.P.A. 3.504
TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Marion Elementary School, Belle Vernon Area School District, Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania 03/09-04/09
http://www.bellevernonarea.net/MainPage.htm

Student Teaching Experience

Experience took place in a fourth grade classroom
Used differentiated instruction in lessons
Made accommodations for students with disabilities
Created a Pennsylvania Unit utilizing primary and community resources

Rostraver Elementary School, Belle Vernon Area School District, Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania 01/09-03/09
http://www.bellevernonarea.net/MainPage.htm

Student Teaching Experience

Experience took place in a third grade classroom
Actively engaged the students by providing them with the opportunity to learn through discovery
Kept track of student progress on a daily basis using formal and informal forms of assessment

Central Elementary School, Frazier Area School District, Perryopolis, Pennsylvania 09/08-12/08

Field Student
Spent approximately sixty hours in a fourth grade classroom
Constructed a learning center on electricity
Utilized successful classroom management techniques while teaching a variety of lessons
Observed multiple lessons in different subject areas where the teacher acted as a facilitator and
a dictator

California Area Elementary School, California Area School District, California, Pennsylvania 03/08-05/08
http://www.calsd.org/calsd/site/default.asp

Field Student
Spent approximately sixty hours in a second grade classroom
Observed the teacher's classroom management routine and teaching style
Taught lessons in different subject areas including Spelling, Math, and Science
 JOB EXPERIENCES

Rite Aid, California/Jeannette, Pennsylvania 07/03- 01/2010

Sales Associate, Pharmacy Technician
Assist customers with item selections
Help customers understand sale prices and rebates with patience

Brightside Academy, Jeannette, Pennsylvania 06/09- current

Two Year Old Teacher (summer)/Group Supervisor
Kindergarten/Young School Age Group Supervisor (fall/winter)
Create age appropriate lessons
Observe and evaluate each child’s progress
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for the children

Penn Trafford School District, Harrison City, Pennsylvania 08/09-current

Substitute Teacher
Follow lesson plans and schedule
Carry out responsibilities that may be assigned by the regular teacher
Maintain discipline and confidentiality

Norwin School District, Irwin, Pennsylvania 08/09-current

Substitute Teacher
Arrive early to allow for sufficient preparation time
Be familiar with school policies
Follow lesson plans and schedule

Christian Fellowship Academy, Jeannette, Pennsylvania 08/09-

current
Substitute Teacher
Follow lesson plans and daily schedule
Maintain confidentiality and discipline

HONORS AND AWARDS

California University of Pennsylvania, Presidential Scholar 2008

California University of Pennsylvania, Presidential Scholar 2009
California University of Pennsylvania, Graduating with High Honors (Magna Cum Laude)

CAMPUS/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

California Women’s Rugby Fall 2005- Fall 2008

Student Pennsylvania State Education Association Fall 2006-Spring 2007, Fall 2008- Spring 2009
California University Mentoring Program Fall 2007- Spring 2009
Camp Invention Volunteer June 2008
Duck Day, Marion Elementary School- Belle Vernon April 2009

REFERENCES- Provided Upon Request