Bachelor of Arts in Comprehensive Elementary Education (expected graduation - 5/2015) Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (expected graduation 5/2015) Member of Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society Deans List Student Body Representative on the Madonna University Trustee Committee on Academic Administration Ford Community Corps Member at Madonna University
Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI 9/2008 5/2011
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Health Care Foundations Certificate _____________________________________________________________________________ Field Experience Tonda Elementary School, Canton, MI 2014 Field Experience Tutoring Worked one on one with a 4 th grade student to enhance his reading comprehension skills. Created weekly lessons that focused on different aspects and strategies of comprehension. Administered various types of assessment including running records which helped to understand the student and focus the lessons correctly.
Roosevelt Elementary School, Livonia, MI 2013 Field Experience Resource Room Assisted and lead students in mini lesson plans in both reading and math. Observed and queried teacher about resource room and special education common practices.
David Hicks Elementary School, Inkster, MI 2013 Field Experience 4 th Grade Organized a book club for the highest readers of the class. Read the book with the class as well as asked guiding questions that were discussed in small groups. Assisted with supervising a class field trip. Graded homework and gave students feedback on ways to improve on their academics.
Livonia Little Tots, Livonia, MI 2013 Field Experience Pre-K Observed and assisted teacher with daily activities and supervising classroom. Planned and implemented a small and large group lesson. Supported students by assisting lead teacher during different center activities.
Jackson Early Childhood Center, Livonia, MI 2012 Field Experience Pre-K Introduced self to families and students through a letter and in person. Assisted lead teacher with daily activities and lessons, including arts and crafts, handwriting, and writing letters. Supervised outdoor recess and actively participated with the students. Planned and implemented both a small and large group lesson plan.
Our Lady of Victory School, Northville, MI 2012 Field Experience 1 st Grade Worked with a small group of students during guided reading. Assisted the teacher and students in facilitating and monitoring Daily 5. Supervised classroom and recess activities. _____________________________________________________________________________ Related Work Experience
Residence Life Assistant 8/2013 Present Madonna University Residence Life, Livonia, MI Worked with a team of 13 to build community within the Residence Hall. Planned and implemented programs at least once a month to meet the needs of my residents. These programs included things such as volunteer work, community gatherings, and homework tips and tricks. Addressed problems within the residence hall that violated the student code of conduct. These issues involved discrimination, anxiety, alcohol and drugs, and social and academic success.
Day Camp Counselor 6/2014 8/2014 KE Camp at Travis Pointe Country Club, Ann Arbor, MI Worked on a team with others to effectively create an inviting, supportive and engaging environment for the campers. Created activities individually and cooperatively with others that met the needs of 20-25 children between the ages of 4-10. Addressed problems at camp including bullying, behavioral issues, and anxiety.
Peer Tutor 9/2012 8/2013 Madonna University Writing Center, Livonia, MI Assisted undergraduate and graduate students with editing and revising their writing. Taught students to successfully use APA and MLA formatting.
Teacher 2/2012 6/2012 TLC Preschool, Livonia, MI Planned and led circle time (including stories, songs and fingerplays) twice a week. Created lesson plans based on weekly themes for students ages 3-5. Discussed student concerns and incidents with parents and other staff members to ensure a positive experience.
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Production Assistant 4/2014 6/2014 Schoolpictures.com, Ypsilanti, MI
Office Assistant 9/2013 4/2014 Madonna University College of Arts and Humanities, Livonia, MI ______________________________________________________________________________ Volunteer Work
First Year Experience Peer Mentor Madonna University, Livonia MI SOS Community Services Ypsilanti, MI Forgotten Harvest Oak Park, MI First Step Wayne, MI Woodhaven Retirement Community Livonia, MI