Aaron Spencer

2605 E. 700 N. #2 St. George, UT 84790 Home: (435) 705-3514

Cell: (435) 705-3750 aspenc20@dmail.dixie.edu

Summary I am a kind and compassionate Elementary School Teacher dedicated to creating an atmosphere that is stimulating, supportive, and encouraging to all students. I enjoy using modern technology in the classroom to further differentiate ways of connecting with today's youth. I am also an educator who helps infuse a passion of reading in my students; through exposing them to both classic & modern literature. Highlights Utah Teaching Certificate with ESL endorsement Flexible and adaptive Skilled with Power Point & Prezi Infuses Differentiated instruction Utilizes Smart Board technology Common Core Knowledge

Accomplishments Received the ETS Recognition of Excellence National Award given to educators who score in the top 15% of the Praxis II Test - Elementary Ed: Content Knowledge. Participated in The Day in the Desert. http://teamspace/site/blmdaily/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=557 (If link is unable to connect, I can provide the article upon request.) A team effort between BLM management & teachers from Saint George UT. 100 students participated. I taught them about the symbiotic relationship of Lichen. Experience
February 2013 to April 2013

Pahranagat Valley Elementary School Alamo, NV Student Teacher 5th Grade Observed and assessed student performance and kept thorough records of progress. Managed classrooms of 18 to 21 students during the absence of assigned teachers. Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects. Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks. Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions. Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics. Encouraged students to explore issues in their lives and in the world around them.

September 2012 to December 2012

Bloomington Elementary School Saint George, UT Student Teacher 4th Grade Set and communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal responsibility. Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction. Used children's literature to teach and reinforce reading, writing, grammar and phonics.

Sandstone Elementary School May 2012 Saint George, UT Student Teacher 3rd Grade Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level. Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social, and emotional development. Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Tutored children individually and in small groups to help them with difficult subjects.
January 2012 to

Panorama Elementary School Saint George, UT Student Teacher 2nd Grade Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement. Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning. Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards. Differentiated instruction according to student ability and skill level. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Education Dixie State University 2013 Saint George, UT, USA
August 2011 to December 2011

Elementary Education Bachelor of Science ESL Endorsement