Janie Larson

4077 Baffin Bay N., Eagan, MN 55123

(651)353-8766

janielarson05@gmail.com

Website:
http://sciencebymisslarson.weebly.com

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Iowa State University -
Ames, Iowa
Masters of Arts in Teaching Science
Graduation: Expected August, 2016
GPA: 3.81/4.0

Iowa State University -

Ames, Iowa
Bachelors of Science in Earth Science
Graduation: May 2015
GPA: 3.29/4.0

Iowa Initial Secondary Certificate

Expected August 2016
Primary Endorsement: Earth Science
Secondary Endorsement: Basic Science

STUDENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Ames Middle School -
Ames, IA

January 2016-Present

Cooperating Teacher: Collin Reichert - Physical Science

Created and implemented effective lesson plans in physical sciences using learning cycle

Actively promoted student interaction and engagement through inquiry based instruction

Developed multiple assessments and provided students with helpful and timely feedback and
support

Maintained a safe and productive classroom environment through proper classroom

management

Promoted student goals such as positive self worth, citizenship, critical thinking, and
creativity

PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Ames Middle School -
Ames, IA

January 2016

Cooperating Teacher: Collin Reichert - Physical Science

Promoted critical thinking through interactive, inquiry based lessons

Participated in team meetings to discuss student progress and improvement strategies

70 hours clocked field experience (60 hours required)

Adel Desoto Minburn Middle School -

Adel, IA

September 2015-December 2016

Cooperating Teacher: Hallie Edgerly - Physical Science

Created and implemented effective lesson plan on electricity using learning cycle

Actively promoted student learning through effective questioning

90 hours clocked field experience (40 hours required)

Marshalltown Community District-

Marshalltown, IA

May 2015

Engaged with students from diverse cultural backgrounds in small group and work time

Observed multiple experienced teachers in both high school and middle school settings

20 hours clocked field observations

WORK EXPERIENCE
Whistle Stop Academy Childcare

Assistant Teacher

August 2013-August 2015

Managed and lead play activities to improve growth and development

Maintained secure and healthy environment

Performed housekeeping tasks and prepared and served meals

RELATED EXPERIENCES AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Assistant Coach, Ames Science Bowl (January, 2016- Current)

Volunteer, Ames Science Olympiad (February, 2016-Current)

Judge, Iowa State Science Fair (April, 2016)

Judge and Volunteer, Eco-Day ( March, 2016)

Volunteer, Meeker Elementary Science Fair (February, 2016)

Iowa Science Teachers Section Conference (October, 2015)

Member, National Science Teacher Association (August, 2015-Current)

Secretary & Community Outreach Coordinator, Iowa State Geology Club (2013-2015)

Assistant New Member Educator, Chi Omega Sorority (2014)

Recruitment Counselor, Chi Omega Sorority (2014)

Mentor, Gilbert GRIP Mentors (2012)

REFERENCES
Michael P. Clough
Professor of Science Education
Iowa State University
901 Stange Rd.
Ames, IA 50011-1041
(515) 294-1430
mclough@iastate.edu

Collin Reichert
8th Grade Physical Science
Ames Middle School
3915 Mortensen Rd.
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 509-0217
collin.reichert@ames.k12.ia.us

Hallie Edgerly
8th Grade Physical Science
Adel-Desoto-Minburn Middle School
215 N 11th St.
Adel, IA 50003
(515) 231-1185
hedgerly@adm.k12.ia.us

Peg Barbour
Student Teacher Supervisor
2874 Monroe Dr.
Ames, IA 50010
(515) 708-1036
peg.barbour@gmail.com