Reanna R.

Tasca
13801 Baker Hollow Road, Columbus, IN 47201 rtasca@iupuc.edu 812.350.9059
OBJECTIVE To obtain a position as an elementary teacher where I can utilize my diverse experiences and education and to be a part of a team that will strengthen my abilities as a teacher. EDUCATION Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Columbus, IN Campus Bachelor of Science in Education; May 2013 Major: Elementary Education LICENSING Professional Educator's License (#10070661) General Elementary; Primary/Intermediate (K-6) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, TEACHING EXPERIENCE Clifty Creek Elementary School, BCSC; Columbus, IN Long term Substitute for Kindergarten, August 12- October4, 2013 I stepped in as the classroom teacher while the current teacher was away on Maternity leave. I planned all my lessons and preformed M-Class testing and report cards. Monteverde International School- Colina Azul; Atenas, Costa Rica Student Teaching, English as a Second Language, March 2013-May 2013 Working with Kindergarten student primarily of Costa Rican decent as the primary teacher to help them learn English as well as the standard curriculum. Southside Elementary School, BCSC; Columbus, IN Student Teaching, Fourth Grade, August 2012- December 2012 Working with fourth grade students as the primary classroom teacher with an emphasis in high-ability Math and Language Arts. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Flatrock-Hawcreek School Corporation; Hope, Indiana Substitute Teacher, 2011 Bartholomew County School Corporation; Columbus, Indiana Substitute Teacher, Present Aldi Foods Store; Columbus, Indiana Cashier, Present

VOLUNTEER SERVICES Veterans of Foreign Wars

Ladies Auxiliary Vice President, 2007-2008 I helped facilitate efforts in supporting service men and women and the community through various activities and fundraising events. I also was responsible for the school outreach programs through the V.F.W. which helped give scholarships to children. Bingo Worker, 2008-2012 I helped run a large Bingo program 2-3 days a week, where I called Bingo, dealt with the monetary side of the operation, and filled out state required documents. These proceeds were essential in keeping the establishment open and allowing them to help assist the community and veterans. Save the Sea Turtle Project Volunteer, March 2013 I stayed the weekend at a turtle reserve in Costa Rica and helped by transplanting and protecting turtle nests from poachers in order to help revive the endangered Leather Back turtles. HONORS / AWARDS Cultural Immersion Award I was given this award for my time spent overseas in Costa Rica as a student teacher. My stay in Costa Rica was for 2 1/2 months. I taught Kindergarten as well as English as a second language. I spent almost two years preparing myself for this opportunity by taking various courses. As a result of my studies, I received 9 masters credits I intend to use in the future. IUPUC School Scholarship I was awarded a scholarship from my university for because I was in good standing with the Department of Education and striving to continue my degree. Dean's List I was on the dean's list for the 2012-2013 school year. To be eligible for this award you have to have a 3.0 GPA or better and be in good standing with the university.

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