1700 East 56th Apt 505 Chicago Il 60637

Kelsey Jo Wheaton
Phone Number: 320.287.3322 Email: kelseyjowheaton@gmail.com Dedicated Educator . . . Committed to inspiring and challenging students to succeed academically.

Objective: Education:

Seeking a Primary (K-2nd ) teaching position, kindergarten preferred Master of EducationNational Louis University- Urban Education- anticipated July 2013 Bachelor of Arts--University of Minnesota-Morris May 2010 Major: Elementary Education IllinoisK-9 Self Contained General Education (Provisional) MinnesotaK-6 Elementary Education 5-8 Communication Arts and Literature

Credentials:

Teaching Experiences: 06/2012-06/2013 AUSL Resident- Academy for Urban School Leadership Chicago IL Instructed in a school population that is racially and ethnically diverse Utilized signature strategies to maximize instructional time and manage student behavior Planned, co-planned, and implemented a variety of hands-on, inquiry based lessons Facilitated small group workstations for literacy and math Analyzed classroom data to effectively inform small group instruction Assumed full time teaching duties which include, but not limited to: communication with parents, daily attendance records, and administering STEP/MAP assessments 08/2011-06/2012 Youth Program Coordinator- Morris Area Community Education, Morris MN Coordinated an afterschool elementary program focused on building social skills, physical activity, and academic skills Conducted targeted service program for grades K-6 that included age appropriate math, reading, computer/technology, and science stations for over forty students Managed and maintained a budget for after school program Hired, trained, and supervised college students to help with a variety of recreational and enrichment youth programs Worked cooperatively with other members of Community Education to plan , assist, and teach classes and events that benefited the surrounding community

05/2010-06/2011 English Teacher Paju English Village, Republic of Korea-Kindergarten, Middle School Developed and taught lessons using a North American curriculum that enhanced critical thinking, independent working skills, and creative thinking to Kindergarten students using English as a second language Implemented a writing workshop that was tailored to each students specific needs Team taught with various teachers to teach English through environmental science Developed a 3rd Language Arts curriculum for 6 week pilot program that was later adapted to meet middle school learners 01/2010-04/2010 Student Teaching -Fergus Falls Public School, Prairie Science Class, Fergus Falls, MN 4th Grade Taught lessons in a health, science, and language arts using the outdoor classroom for over 50 students Assumed full time teaching duties for a period of over five weeks Attended and participated in parent/teacher conferences, staffings, meetings, professional devel opment, and a variety of other job related experiences 2007 4-H Intern, Carbon County Extension Office, Joliet MT. 2007-2009 Qualified Teacher, Morris Area Child Care Center, Morris, MN. 2008-2010 Personal Care Attendant and Human Service Technician, Divine House Inc., Morris, MN Praxis PLT K-6 Award of Excellence 2010 Praxis Content Knowledge K-6 Award of Excellence 2010 Ashley GossKindergarten Mentor Teacher acgoss@cps.edu Jency KanichirayilMentor Resident Coach jencyk.ausl@gmail.com

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1700 East 56th Apt 505 Chicago Il 60637

Kelsey Jo Wheaton
Phone Number: 320.287.3322 Email: kelseyjowheaton@gmail.com Dedicated Educator . . . Committed to inspiring and challenging students to succeed academically.

February 11, 2013 AUSL Principal 3400 N. Austin Ave. Chicago, IL 60634 Dear Principal, I believe that the best teachers teach from the heart, not by the book. I embody this perspective everyday I instruct students. All learners should be surrounded by educators who are passionate and dedicated. Teachers who teach from the heart go above and beyond to provide the best possible learning experiences both in and out of the classroom. It is with great interest that I am applying for an elementary teaching position at an AUSL school. Please consider this letter and enclosed resume as a formal application. With my exceptional undergraduate and graduate record, overseas teaching, multiple student teaching experiences in Minnesota, and my yearlong residency at Bradwell School of Excellence, I am uniquely qualified to serve the students at your school. My time at Bradwell has prepared me to be an effective urban teacher. I observed and practiced effective instructional and management strategies that encouraged my students to succeed. These strategies include: Incorporating Think-Pair-Share, Cooperative Group Learning with student roles, List Group Label, Comparison Matrix into instruction Developing an inquiry-based force and motion science unit Using daily data to inform planning and instruction Implementing 100%, No Opt Out, Strong Voice, Circulation, Without Apology Facilitating small group instruction tailored to their specific student groupings

I believe that my enthusiasm, work ethic, and desire to become the best teacher I can make me a perfect fit for an AUSL school. I am eager to prove myself by reflecting on my practices and developing professionally. I welcome the opportunity to discuss your schools goals and how I can help you achieve them. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely,

Kelsey J Wheaton Enclosure: Resume