Victoria E.

Poynter
866 Frost Valley Lane
Gambrills, MD 21054
(443) 994-2811
vepoynter@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
Hard working and determined individual seeking a full time teaching position with an emphasis in special
education and/or mathematics
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Special Education, Towson University, Towson, MD
May 2016
Middle School Math concentration
GPA: 3.892
Passed Praxis I
Passed Praxis II- Middle School Mathematics and Special Education: Core Knowledge and
Applications
FIELD EXPERIENCE
Grades 7-8 Student Teacher- Special Education (Current)
Franklin Middle School, Baltimore County, MD
Plan, teach, and assess multiple classes in mathematics, including classes with students with
disabilities
Create and implement a Positive Behavior Support Plan for a student to improve classroom
behavior
Participate and collaborate with colleagues in the IEP process for a student
Adjust and modify work to meet student needs
Organize students in math groups based on instructional needs
Grades 9-11 Student Teacher- Special Education
Sparrows Point High School, Baltimore County, MD
Collaborated with a colleague in creating a website that provides students with study skills and
academic resources that can be accessed through the schools website
Planned and implemented lessons
Co-teaching experience with a general education teacher
Attended and participated in IEP team meetings
Class pullout for modified learning and testing sessions
Incorporated technology such as cellphones in order to participate in math activities
Grade 6 Student Intern
Golden Ring Middle School, Baltimore County, MD
Planned and taught a math lesson on evaluating expressions using P.E.M.D.A.S
Reflected on and adjusted lesson from one period to the next
Grade 9 Student Intern
Franklin High School, Baltimore County, MD
Collaborated with teacher to plan lessons

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WORK EXPERIENCE
Severna Park Racquetball and Fitness Club, Severna Park, MD
Lifeguard
Ensure patron safety
CPR, first aid, and lifeguard certified

January 2016- present

Towson University, Admissions Office, Towson, MD

August 2013 May
2015
Customer Service Representative
Consulted prospective parents and/or students through front desk and phone services
Responded to questions related to admissions at the university
Outlined the admissions process; verified application status
Participated in training and mentoring new employees
Anchor Aquatics, Waugh Chapel Swim Club, Gambrills, MD
Assistant Manager / Head Lifeguard
Ensured patron safety and satisfaction
Trained and guided new lifeguards
CPR, first aid, and lifeguard certified

June-August, 2012-2014

VOLUNTEER / ACTIVITIES
Tau Sigma National Honor Society- Towson University
Math Education Club- Towson University
Volunteer- Special Olympics, Baltimore Color Run, community cleanup, Student Recreation
Center events
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Proficient in Mac and Windows Literate

Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Excellent oral and written communication skills

PORTFOLIO
www.vpoynter.weebly.com

Victoria E. Poynter
866 Frost Valley Lane
Gambrills, MD 21054
(443) 994-2811
vepoynter@gmail.com

References for Victoria Poynter

Mrs. Barbara Cheswick
Internship Supervisor, Towson University, Towson, MD
8000 York Road,
Towson, MD 21252
Phone: 410-215-1874
Email: bcheswick@towson.edu
Mr. Robert SantaCroce
Internship Supervisor and Professor, Towson University, Towson, MD
8000 York Road,
Towson, MD 21252
Phone: 443-223-8082
Email: rsantacroce@towson.edu
Mr. Matthew Samay
Internship Mentor Teacher, Franklin Middle School, Reisterstown, MD
10 Cockeys Mill Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136
Phone: (410) 718- 0668
Email: msamay@bcps.org