Mallory D.

Pehrson
4286 Hooker St. Unit B Denver, CO 80211
pehrson1@msu.edu (231) 690- 3174

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts May 2012

Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan
Major: Elementary Education
Teaching Major: Mathematics
GPA: 3.75
Certifications (expected May 2013):
Elementary Education: K-5, all subjects
Mathematics: 6-8
Highly Qualified: Mathematics

Master of Arts (expected June 2017) June 2017

Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan
Major: Teaching and Curriculum
Concentration: Educational Psychology
GPA: 4.0 (as of May 2017)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

6th Grade Math Teacher Aug. 2016 Present

Stapleton Middle School, Denver, Colorado
Establish classroom routines and procedures in my classroom beginning on the first day of school
Develop unit plans that flow seamlessly from one lesson to the next
Co-plan with my teaching partner daily to design lesson plans
Implement rigorous lesson plans where students are given regular opportunities to discover
mathematics
Collaborate with colleagues to support students during math class
Work in partnership with the math department to discover innovative and research based ways to teach
mathematics
Guide 15 girls in my advisory through their first year of middle school
Assess students regularly and use data daily to create plans to support student learning
Provide after school tutoring weekly to give students extra opportunities for growth

7th Grade Math Teacher Aug. 2013 Aug. 2016

Stapleton Middle School, Denver, Colorado
Created and established classroom rules and expectations
Implemented classroom rules and expectations starting on the first day of school
Designed unit plans based on the curriculum of the Common Core Standards
Planned lesson plans for the regular math class track of 120 students
Executed rigorous lessons that required students to explore and make connections
Collaborated with other 7th grade teachers in order to support students
Supported 16 7th grade girls in my advisory with their grades and social endeavors
Communicated with parents of students and advisees regularly
Summer School Teacher for Incoming 6th Grade Students June 2013 July 2013
Stapleton Middle School, Denver, Colorado
Established classroom community and culture with incoming 6th graders
Co-planned math lessons based on 5th grade math curriculum
Assessed incoming 6th graders and collaborated with colleagues to create action plans based on the
assessment results
Introduced new students to school-wide intervention systems College Preparatory and Refocus
Lead an advisory of 14 girls

Teaching Internship (full year) Sept. 2012 May 2013

Kinawa 5-6 School, Okemos, Michigan
Mentor Teacher: Mr. Jim Banas 5th Grade
Established classroom routines and expectations from the first day of school
Planned, taught and reflected on a math unit in Geometry based on the Common Core Standards
Integrated literacy CCSS and social studies GLCES into one comprehensive unit on Native Americans
Independently and collaboratively developed thorough lesson plans and anticipated student thinking
and misconceptions
Used formative and summative assessment results to inform instruction and adapt lesson plans
Differentiated instruction based on assessment results and according to various learning styles
Supplemented Everyday Mathematics curriculum with additional high level tasks and activities
Facilitated mathematical discussions to promote student learning
Encouraged student exploration and required students to explain their thinking
Collaborated with staff and parents on a regular basis through email, parent teacher conferences, staff
meetings, parent meetings, IEP meetings, grade level and curriculum meetings
Subbed for mentor teacher on multiple occasions
Utilized technology as an instructional tool through use of the SMART Board and document camera

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE

Teachers Aide Dec. 2009 May 2012

Spartan Child Development Center, East Lansing, Michigan
Supervised and engaged children ages 2-3 in play based learning
Encouraged children to use their vocabularies to express themselves and solve problems
Implemented the center's philosophy on embracing diversity
Learned, observed, and implemented classroom management procedures

Museum Volunteer May 2009 Aug. 2011

Sandcastles Children's Museum, Ludington, Michigan (Summers only)
Engaged children in hands-on learning in real world environments
Encouraged children in self discovery of realistic situations through role play

Nanny/Tutor May 2005 Sept. 2010

Korendyke Family, Ludington, Michigan (Summers only)
Coordinated and supervised five children and their various activities
Tutored children in reading and math
Assisted children with homework assignments
 WORK EXPERIENCE

Busser/Hostess/Waitress June 2004 2012

Jamesport Brewing Company, Ludington, Michigan (Summers only)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bloodborne Pathogens Training Visible Learning: Meta Analysis of Educational

Challenges and Opportunities in Intercultural Research
Communication Creating Presentations with Prezi
Challenging Behaviors in the Classroom SMART Board Training
Supporting Children with Special Needs Teachers and the Law

HONORS
Louise W. Stilwill Endowed Scholarship March 2012
Mary Lee Gardner Gwizdala Endowed Scholarship August 2010
Dean's List, Michigan State University Dec. 2008 May 2012
(7 semesters)

TECHNOLOGY
Applications: SMART Board software, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Pearson PowerSchool
Operating Systems: Apple OS, Microsoft Windows
Online collaboration systems: Google Docs, Blogger, Weebly
Creative media: Digital Storyboard, Google Earth, Prezi, Picnik, Jing, Photo Peach

HOBBIES

I enjoy playing volleyball, traveling, hiking, skiing, being outdoors and spending time with family and friends.

REFERENCES

Jessica Heesacker
School Director, Stapleton Middle School, Denver, Colorado
Cell: (308) 430-3253
Email: jessica.heesacker@scienceandtech.org

Jim Banas
Fifth Grade Teacher, Kinawa 5-6 School, Okemos, Michigan
Cell: (517) 614-0346; Home: (517) 347-6134
Email: jim.banas@okemosschools.net

Sara Snyder
Field Instructor, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
(517) 980-4842
Email: snydersara79@comcast.net