Kendra Brenner

(248) 996-3267
kendrabrenner22@gmail.com
21982 York Mills Circle, Novi, MI 48374
kendrabrenner.weebly.com

Certifications May 2018

 Special Education- Learning Disabilities K-12; Elementary Education K-5, Mathematics
Endorsement 6-8
 Adult, Child, Infant CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Education
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI August 2016-May 2017
Teacher Certification Internship
 12 graduate credits
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI August 2013- May 2017
Bachelor of Arts: Special Education- Learning Disabilities
 Teaching Major: Mathematics
 G.P.A. 3.6/ 4.0

Internship Field Experience

North Farmington High School, Farmington, MI January 2018- Present
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Grade Level: 9 Grade- 12 Grade, Resource Room
 Instructed students with various disabilities, including Learning Disabilities (LD), Cognitive
Impairment (CI), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
 Collaborated with a general education teacher in a co-taught Chemistry class
 Participated in IEP meetings at the secondary level by discussing SAT accommodations,
Transition Plans, and encouraging self-advocacy from our students
 Implemented technology in the classroom to differentiate instruction by using Smart
Boards, Chrome books, and cell phones as appropriate
 Familiarized with the Language Live curriculum
Hillside Elementary, Farmington, MI September 2017-December 2017
Grade Level: 1st Grade
 Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of a classroom full of diverse learners
 Instructed students on the Autism Spectrum, with Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), and Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) within the
General Education setting
 Delivered instruction accessible to students in reading, math, social studies, and science
using Common Core State Standards

Pre- Internship Field Experience

Sycamore Elementary School, Holt, MI September 2016- May 2017
Grade Level: 2nd Grade
 Assisted with daily activities and general classroom management
 Planned and taught lessons in mathematics, literacy, social studies, and science

Related Teaching Experience

Schoolcraft Kids on Campus, Livonia, MI July 2018- August 2018
Instructor- Math Mania
 Will lead a math camp for 3rd and 4th grade students at varying levels
 Will write and implement day to day lesson plans
 Urban Immersion Fellowship, Detroit, MI June 2017-July 2017
Carleton Elementary School & Edison Elementary School June 2016- July 2016
Grade Level: 2nd and 3rd Grade
 Worked in Detroit Public Schools summer school program
 Observed and taught in an urban school setting
 Planned and taught lesson plans in Mathematics and English on a daily basis
Read to Succeed- MSU Student Literacy Corps, Lansing, MI January 2016- May 2016
Tutor
 Tutored a first grade student that was “at-risk” for reading and writing skills
 Planned and taught reading and writing activities based on the individual student’s needs
Schoolcraft Kids on Campus, Livonia, MI July 2015- August 2015
Camp Counselor July 2014- August 2014
 Organized and led a variety of group activities
 Assisted other staff members with camp activities
 Ensured a safe and fun environment for all campers
Northville Parks and Recreation, Northville, MI August 2012- August 2015
Scorekeeper/Coach/Referee
 Scorekeeper for youth and high school basketball games
 Coached youth basketball games
 Refereed youth basketball games
Get Skillz Basketball Camp, Livonia, MI January 2013- May 2013
Assistant Trainer
 Trained children in specific basketball techniques
 Helped facilitate drills and ran shooting machine

Other Work Experience

Lou and Harry’s Bar and Grill, East Lansing, MI March 2015-April 2017
Server
 Organized, stocked, and served food/drinks
 Greeted guests, took orders, and provided outstanding and timely service
Express, Novi, MI May 2014- August 2014
Sales Associate
 Collaborated with managers, team members, and vendors to achieve company goals
 Cultivated successful relationships with repeat customers

Relevant Experience
 Math and English Tutor (4th and 5th Grade) January 2018- Present
 Special Olympics Volunteer, Lansing, MI October 2016- November 2016
 Relay for Life Participant, East Lansing, MI April 2014- April 2016
 Alpha Phi Sorority, East Lansing, MI September 2013- May 2017

Technology
 SMART Technologies, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint

Honors and Achievements

National Society of Collegiate Scholars - Member 2014- 2017
National Society of Leadership and Success – Member 2014- 2017
Alpha Phi Sorority - Member 2013- 2017
Michigan State University Intramural Sports – Team Captain 2013- 2017
KLAA All State Basketball – Team Captain 2013
 Kendra Brenner
(248) 996-3267
kendrabrenner22@gmail.com
21982 York Mills Circle, Novi, MI 48374
kendrabrenner.weebly.com

References
 Wendy Marshick- Special Education Teacher, North Farmington High School
Mentor Teacher: January 2018- Present
(248) 821-5445
Wendy.marshick@farmington.k12.mi.us

 Julie Kuhn – First Grade Teacher, Hillside Elementary

Mentor Teacher: August 2017- December 2017
(734) 634-5114
Julie.kuhn@farmington.k12.mi.us

 Kathy Fedewa – Michigan State University, Field Instructor

Field Instructor: August 2017- Present
(517) 410-7079
klfedewa@msu.edu

 Alan Kruck – Northville Parks and Recreation

Employer: August 2012- August 2015
(313) 820-5624
lochlemonde@gmail.com