JACQUELYN BOTSFORD

804 Mill Street Fenton, MI 48430 Home: (810) 208-0985 Cell: (248) 707-9559 jackie.botsford@yahoo.com www.jackie.botsford.com

Objective: To obtain a position as an elementary school teacher with a strong dedication to the total development of children by utilizing multiple instructional strategies in the classroom and a commitment to future growth in myself and my students. Certification: Michigan Provisional Teaching Certificate K-5 All Subject Areas (K-8 All Subjects Self Contained Classrooms) Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA) Education: University of Michigan-Flint Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education December 2009 - December, 2011 Minors: Early Childhood, Language Arts, and Fine Arts Baker College-Flint Associate of Applied Science Degree Concentration: Early Childhood Education April 2005 - December, 2007

Work Experience: Myers Elementary School- Grand Blanc, MI Fifth Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher April 2012 - Present Manages classroom of twenty-five students independently Grades all students work for the 4th marking period Communicates with parents through weekly newsletters, e-mails, phone calls, and conferences Teaches Envision Math Delivers Linda Hoyt Interactive Read- Alouds Implements Lucy Calkins 3-5 Writing Workshop Myers Elementary School- Grand Blanc, MI Second Grade Classroom (Student Teaching Internship) September 2011- March 2012 Applied Common Core Standards for lesson planning Followed Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCE) for lesson planning in Science and Social Studies Implemented Daily 5 and C.A.F.E Assessed students by giving Diagnostic Reading Assessments (DRA) Examined students in Guided Reading Used Words Their Way for Word Study (Spelling) Taught Envision Math Attended spring conferences Implemented Writers Workshop using Lucy Calkins K-2 Assisted Special Need students and including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Learning Disabilities Holly Academy Charter School Substitute Teacher (K-8th grades) Followed given lesson plans Set and corrected assignments December 2007 - June 2008

Fostered safe, positive, and supportive learning environment Participated in general school duties as requested Maintained classroom management for K-8th grades

Other Related Experience: Cornerstone Church- Highland, MI Department Head/ Lead Teacher January 1995 - Present Teaches bible curriculum to children ranging from 1st 6th grade. Develop curriculum. Subjects being taught include: character development, building spiritual values and integrity. Involved twelve year experienced, Department Head for Vacation Bible School- 5th-6th Grade. Duties include overseeing and equipping a team of teachers, developing curriculum, and administering all administrative aspects of department. Awards: Skills: Arts- singing, music, and theatre Cheerleading coach experience Microsoft Office 2010/12, Windows Vista, Kidspiration, Inspiration 9, Animoto TV/Media Production Web Publishing (Weebly) CPR/First Aid trained- 2011 Bloodborne Pathogens for School Employees- 2011 3.9 GPA- High Honors- University of Michigan- Flint James B. Angell Scholar Award- 2011 3.9 GPA- Summa Cum Laude- Baker College National Honors Society

Professional Development: Story-Telling Festival - 2010 Envision Math training - 2011

References
Aimee Lynes 2nd Grade Teacher Myers Elementary Grand Blanc Schools 810-591-3000

Relationship
Ms. Lynes was my mentor teacher during my student teaching at Myers Elementary School. She is an experienced and influential teacher, who challenged me to be the best teacher when I was in her classroom. We have become friends and hope to remain in contact throughout my teaching career.

Years Known
One Year

Elizabeth Kato Mrs. Kato is Myers Elementary Schools principal. Principal She observed me in the second grade classroom I student Myers Elementary taught in. I believe in her leadership and support her as a Grand Blanc schools leader at Myers Elementary. 810-591-3000 ekato@grandblancschools.org

Six Months

Kathy Dunham Mrs. Dunham has been my field instructor at U of M. Three Years University Supervisor She has observed me numerous times in my field work and University of Michigan-Flint student teaching experiences. 248-310-1460 kdunham@umflint.edu Debra Skergan 4th Grade Teacher Tomek Eastern Elementary 600 Fourth Street Fenton, MI 48430 810-591-5225 dskregan@fenton.k12.mi.us Jennifer Melero Kindergarten Teacher Holly Academy 820 Academy Rd Holly, MI 48432 248-634-5554 meleroj@hollyacademy.org Becky Monte Childrens Minister Cornerstone Church 4995 N. Hickory Ridge Rd. Highland, MI 48357 248-887-1600 rebekahmonte@comcast.net Ms. Skergan is a teacher that I did field work Three Years hours in her classroom at Tomek-Eastern Elementary School. She has been a great teaching resource for me throughout my educational training.

Mrs. Melero is a Kindergarten teacher at Holly Academy. I had the opportunity to do my Early Childhood Practicum in her classroom. She has been a great resource for me.

Fourteen Years

Mrs. Monte is the childrens minister at Cornerstone Church. I have served under her leadership for over fifteen years. I respect her leadership and have learned a great deal from her.

Seventeen Years