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Ariel J.

Dennis
11946W Advent Road
Cooks, Michigan 49817
Phone: (906) 450-5398
ariel.j.dennis@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Northern Michigan University - Marquette, Michigan
o Bachelor of Science, 3.7 GPA
August 2011 May 2014
Major: Secondary Education Mathematics, 3.6 GPA
Minor: English, 3.5 GPA
o Michigan Provisional Teaching Certificate in Secondary Math/English.
Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, Michigan 49829
o Associates in Liberal Arts, 3.7 GPA
2009 May 2011
Big Bay de Noc High School - Garden, Michigan 49835
o College Prep, 4.0 GPA
August 2005 May 2009

August

SUMMARY OF SKILLS

Strong understanding of pedagogy and assessments.


Obvious and outstanding ability to build rapport with students and other staff.
Focus on positive behavior, attitudes, and self-progress.
Proficient in writing lesson plans and following curriculum.
Advanced problem-solving techniques.
Knowledge in metacognition and learning types and how to apply those in a classroom
setting.
Application of literacy/reading skills in a mathematics setting.
Understanding of cross-curricular connections and their importance to adolescent learners.
Use of different media and technology to aid students in learning.
Sensitivity to learner diversity

CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Westwood High School Ishpeming, Michigan 49849
o Student Teaching Experience
January
2014 April 2014
Taught Geometry and Algebra II for students ranging from 9 th 12th grade.
Planned units and lessons which catered to students of different learning
types.
Constructed quizzes and tests based on Blooms Taxonomy.
Attended Professional Development workshops.
Substituted for teachers in all subject areas, grade 9-12.
Marquette Senior High School - Marquette, Michigan 49855
o Secondary Mathematics Practicum
January 2013
December 2013

Observed, planned, and practiced lessons each week in various Mathematics


classes.
Marquette Alternative High School - Marquette, Michigan 49855
o Secondary Mathematics Field Experience
January
2013 May 2013
Offered one-on-one assistance to students during last period.
Completed weekly attendance and correspondence with students.
Nah Tah Wahsh School
o Secondary Mathematics Field Experience
October 2012
Observed classroom lessons and activities that took place throughout a full
day.
Bothwell Middle School - Marquette, Michigan 49855
o 7th-8th Grade Mathematics Field Experience
September 2012
December 2012
Observed classroom twice weekly

RELATED EXPERIENCE
Long-Term Substitute
o Country Lane Head Start Ishpeming, Michigan 49849
January
2015 February 2015
Planned, prepared, and executed lesson plans daily for multiple classroom
activities.
Tracked and recorded student learning according to AMCAB benchmarks.
Worked with parents to set goals for student learning.
Co-taught daily.
Classroom Aide
o Jacobetti Head Start - Marquette, Michigan 49855
January 2013
December 2013
Worked with children one-on-one during work time to strengthen their
social skills and help build meaningful relationships, Helped plan and prepare
lesson activities.
o Brookton Head Start Marquette, Michigan 49855
August 2013
December 2013
Ran morning program from 7:15 8:05 daily.
Prepared classroom, and developed and maintained meaningful relationships
with students.
EN102 Tutor
o Northern Michigan University - Marquette, Michigan 49855
September
2013 December 2013
Provided individual instruction each week to first-year students in the
Universitys academic probation program.
Student Support Services Tutor
o Northern Michigan University - Marquette, Michigan 49855
August 2011
December 2011
Provided one-on-one individual instruction weekly to students in a wide range
of courses.
TRiO Peer Mentor
o Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, Michigan 49829
August 2010 May 2011
Provided advice and mentorship for first year students transitioning from high
school to college.

Maintained weekly correspondence with students.


TRiO Math/Writing Tutor
August
2009 May 2011
o Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, Michigan 49829
Provided one-on-one individual instruction to students in mathematics.
Led group tutoring sessions (3 or more students) in preparation for tests.

HONORS/AWARDS

NMU Deans List , 2009-Present


NMU Board of Trustees Grant, 2011-Present
Received NMU Transfer Excellence Award, 2011-2014
Received Michigan Competitive Scholarship, 2013-2014
Received Ellen Juntunen Bryan Scholarship, 2013-2014
Received Ellwood A & Idamae Mattson Scholarship, 2013-2014
Received Dr. William H. Nault Education Scholarship, 2013-2014
Received Schaefer Myllala Family Scholarship, 2013-2014

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
Patient, creative, enthusiastic, dedicated
Passion for helping others to succeed in a positive educational environment.
Solid foundational knowledge of subject area material.

ACTIVITIES
Active member in Northern Michigan Universitys Native American Student Association
(NASA).

President of Bay de Noc Community Colleges TRiO Club


Secretary of Bay de Noc Community Colleges TRiO Club

REFERENCES
Dr. Kia Jane Richmond
Professor and Director, English Education
Northern Michigan University
krichmon@nmu.edu
817-683-4980
Dr. Dave Buhl
Professor and University Supervisor, Mathematics Education
Northern Michigan University
dbuhl@nmu.edu
906-227-2089
Mr. Peter Holiday
Director, Student Support Services
Northern Michigan University
phollida@nmu.edu
906-227-1550

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