Theresa Peck

2104 Rouse Creek Ct.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48103
(734) 276- 6891


Theresa Peck
2104 Rouse Creek Ct. | Ann Arbor, MI 48108 | (734) 276-6891| peckther@msu.edu
Objective: To obtain an elementary or middle school teaching position
Education: Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Fifth Year teacher intern program, August 2013-May 2014
12 graduate credits, May 2014

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts, May 2013
Major: Elementary Education
Teaching Major: Mathematics
Certification: Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
K-5 All Subject Areas
Mathematics 6-8, May 2014
Teaching
Experience: Literacy Instructor: Sunshine Academy, Wixom Elementary, Walled
Lake Consolidated School District, Wixom, MI
July 2014, Grades: Exiting 3-4
th
grade
provided research-based literacy instruction through readers and writers workshops, word study,
interactive read aloud, guided reading groups and book clubs
evaluated Developmental Reading Assessments (DRAs) to develop and provide individualized lessons and
instructions based upon needs of 17 at risk students

Permanent Building Substitute: Hickory Woods Elementary, Walled Lake Consolidated
School District, Walled Lake, MI, May 2014- June 2014

Fifth Year Teacher Intern: Hickory Woods Elementary, Walled Lake Consolidated School
District, Walled Lake, MI
September 2013- May 2014, 5
th
grade
taught all subject areas in a fifth grade classroom of 29 diverse students with a collaborating teacher for a
full year
differentiated instruction based upon readiness, learning profile, and student interest to ensure content
was accessible to all learners
modified and adapted instruction for 7 EL learners and students with cognitive and emotional impairments
developed, implemented and assessed integrative units within all subject areas to ensure high levels of
learning based upon CCSS and GCLEs (NGSS)
implemented balanced literacy through readers and writers workshops, (guided, shared, and independent),
explicit instruction, book clubs, interactive read-aloud, word study, and writing instruction across the
curriculum
assisted in the organization of Family Math Night; a program geared towards providing support and
strategies for at risk students, the school play, and student council
collaborated weekly with the fifth grade team; discussing and developing new ideas to benefit our students
assessed and monitored student progress throughout the year using anecdotal records, pre and post
assessments, DRAs, DWAs to guide instruction
established classroom management techniques and norms to promote a safe, active, and engaging
learning environment ensuring the success of all students
participated in Positive Behavior Intervention Committee; of the consequence subcommittee
created positive family-teacher relationships through emails, phone calls, conferences, report cards and
newsletters
integrated technology into instruction using the SMART board, IPAD, and chromebooks
supervised 60 students with other teachers and parents for 3 days and 2 nights at Fifth Grade Camp







Substitute Teacher: Walled Lake Consolidated School District, 2013-Present

Senior Placement: Sheridan Road Elementary School, Lansing, Michigan
September 2012- April 2013, Grade Level: 4
prepared and implemented lessons in Literacy, Math, Social Studies and Science
formulated and participated in mathematical lesson study

Junior Placement: Murphy Elementary School, Haslett, Michigan
January 2012 April 2012
conducted weekly informal and formal literacy assessments
presented information on the ten components of literacy through a child study

Freshman Placement: Cumberland Elementary School, Lansing, Michigan
September 2011- December 2011, Grade Level: 2
observed classroom activities and management techniques
supported student learning in literacy through explicit instruction in small groups

Teaching Related
Experience:
Part Time Nanny: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Summer 2013, Ages: 3 and 6 months
cared for two children multiple days during the work week by preparing meals and
activities

Student Mentor: Trailblazers : Pattengill Elementary School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
August 2008- June 2009
mentored an at-risk student by creating a positive relationship and providing an
outside support system

Professional
Development: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Member, 2014

Lesson Study Participant, Walled Lake, Michigan, 2014
Adult and Child CPR and First Aid Certified, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 2014
Teacher to Teacher, Walled Lake, Michigan, 2014
Legal Issues in Education Seminar, Detroit, Michigan, 2013
EpiPen Training, Walled Lake, Michigan, 2013
Fluent in American Sign Language, 2012

Technology: Skyward, Mastery Manager, ExamView, Document Camera, EPSON projector,
SMART Board, Cloud technology, Google Drive, Google Sites IPad, Microsoft
Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Blogging Websites
Other work
Experience: Server: Grizzly Peak , Ann Arbor, Michigan
July 2013 Present

Server: Pizza House Pizzeria, Ann Arbor & East Lansing location, Michigan
August 2010 July 2013

Interests: Baking and cake decorating, cooking, painting, crafting, traveling, reading




REFERENCES


Kathleen Kelley, Mentor Teacher Rich Durda, MSU Field Instructor
8911 Meadow Farm Drive 3601 Scott
Brighton, Michigan 48116 Troy, Michigan 48084
810-229-4783 248-703-7444
Kathleenkelley@wlcsd.org durdarichp@aol.com


Dr. Patricia Werner, Principal Renee Valentine, Teacher
30655 Novi Road 7658 Park Meadow Ln
Novi, Michigan 48377 West Bloomfield, Michigan 48324
248-956-2600 248-821-9599
PatriciaWerner@wlcsd.org ReneeValentine@wlcsd.org



Kimberly Glotzhober, Classroom Para
20481 Ann Arbor Trail
Dearborn Heights, Michigan 48127
248-787-2188



Educational portfolio available at www.theresapeck.weebly.com