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Objective_____________________________________________
To develop a community of learners that encourages students to find personal relevance in the social sciences, engages student interest, fosters a desire for lifelong learning, incorporates authentic educational situations, and inspires individuals to meet their own academic goals.
Certification___________________________________________
* 6-12th grade Social Studies (RX); History, Geography, Michigan History, Economics, Political Science, American Government, and Civics.
* 6-12th grade Political Science (CD)
* 6-12th English/Language Arts (in progress)
Education_____________________________________________
May 2012 (in progress)
Master of Arts, Educational Technology
Michigan State University
*Curriculum and Teaching
*Technology in the classroom
*Status: 4.0 GPA
May 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Michigan State University
*Specialization in Public Administration
*Status: Graduated with Honors (3.5 GPA)
May 2003
Associate of Arts, Social Science
Kirtland Community College
*Specialization in Political Science
*Status: Graduated on Dean's List (3.5 GPA)
Teaching Experience_____________________________________
High School Social Studies Teacher
LaSalle High School, Saint Ignace, MI
(2008-Present)
*Social Studies Department head
*Consistently implement both district and state coursework objectives to create both horizontally and vertically
aligned curriculum
*Use varied instructional techniques and assessment activities in order to enrich the educational experience of diverse
learners
*Create and execute lessons in Civics, Economics, World History, Modern History, Current Events, and Historical
Influences on Popular Culture
*Design and teach lessons with both general and special education students in 10th, 11th, and 12th grade classrooms
*Specifically accommodate students with special needs, including 504 and special education students
*Work closely with special education faculty while participating directly in Individualized Educationa Plans
*Use Data Director software to evaluate student academic information
*Built exceptional working relationships with parents/guardians in order to strengthen communication
*Integrate technology in the classroom with the use of PowerPoint, word processors, interactive educational websites
and programs, internet resources, website building software, internet-based file sharing, as well as video and audio
equipment
*Regularly communicate with school staff in a positive and constructive manner in order to increase effective cross-
curricular strategies
Alternative Education Social Studies/Language Arts Teacher
Sault Tribe Youth Detention Facility, Saint Ignace, MI
(July 2008-August 2009)
*Taught exceptionally high "at-risk" secondary level students
*Utilized cutting-edge software, and training, to evaluate student reading comprehension and writing levels
*Crafted and implemented lessons specifically tailored to each individual student's needs
*Produced both Social Studies and Language Arts lessons that met Michigan Merit Curriculum standards
*Developed a close working relationship with counseling staff at facility in order to increase educational success for all
students
*Communicated via phone, fax, and through in-person interviews with various school districts to obtain student records
and current curriculum requirements
Techonology Experience_________________________________
*Extensive Microsoft Office knowledge
*Informational Software: PLATO, Compass Learning
*Website Creation: Moodle CSS, Wordpress, Weebly, ClubSchoolio, Google Sites
*Online LMS: Blackboard, Angel, Haiku, Moodle, Lon-Capa
*Data Collection Software: Data Director, online gradebook
Professional Development________________________________
*Social Studies EUPISD Curricular Review Team (2008-Present)
*Michigan Council for the Social Studies (MCSS) attendee (November 2011)
*BTOP Implementation Training (2011)
*Pyramid of Interventions (2010)
*Instituting Technology in Classrooms Seminar (2008)
Additional Professional Activities___________________________
*Quiz Bowl Judge and Moderator (2012)
*Social Studies EUPISD Curricular Reivew Team (SSCRT) Member
District Curricular Alignment and Website Coordinator
(2008-Present)
*MCSS Member (2006-Present)
*Forensics--Assistant Coach
Charlotte High School--Charlotte, MI (2008)
*Standardized Test Scoring
Pearson--Lansing, MI (2007)
Educational Publications_________________________________
(2007)
Authored and published an extensive research article in a Teacher's Educational booklet
--"A Reflection on Service Learning: Waverly High School"
Contact Information____________________________________
Email(s): [email protected]
[email protected]
Phone: (906) 643-8800 ext. 363
Educational Site: LHS Teaching Website
Professional Address: West 443 Portage Road
Saint Ignace, MI 4978
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