ALLYSON

KLINE | ally.kline@gmail.com | allysonkline.weebly.com

Personable, passionate, dedicated, energetic Secondary Education English and Mathematics educator. Eager to incorporate technology in curriculum, relate to students on a personal level, and build upon individual abilities.

PROFESSIONAL GOALS

Michigan State University; East Lansing, MI College of Arts and Letters August 2008-May 2012 - Bachelor of Arts in English - Minor in Mathematics Cumulative GPA: 3.99/4.0

EDUCATION

Michigan State University; East Lansing, MI College of Education August 2012-May 2013 Teacher Certification Program Michigan Highly Qualified - English (BA) and Mathematics (EX)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Heritage Junior High School [Sterling Heights, MI] Student Teaching Internship (Full-time)

August 2012-April 2013

Planned and taught units of study in 7th grade English, 7th grade Advanced English, and 8th grade mathematics classes in alignment with the Michigan Common Core State Standards. Differentiated instruction in the Advanced 7th grade English course by providing the same curriculum required for 7th grade English, but instilling independent thinking skills and independent learning tasks. Collaborated with special education and general education teachers to provide accommodations and modifications for students with special needs, 504s and IEPs. Worked with students in various settings, including individually, in small groups, or as a whole class, in order to assess student learning on multiple levels of understanding. Improved student engagement by focusing on individual student literacies and incorporating technology and other learning intelligences into lesson plans. Assessed student learning through both formative and summative assessments to better gauge learning and adapt lessons accordingly. Communicated with parents via e-mail, phone call, parent-teacher conferences, and individual meetings regarding student progress and concerns. Incorporated technology into various lessons, including the use of music, Internet research, PowerPoint, YouTube, film, and Photo Story. Employed weekly journal writing prompts to encourage creative writing and an outlet for expression by using quotes as a basis for Food for Thought. Conducted a case study on an individual student and enhanced the students learning environment by making personal student accommodations, creating a student assignment agenda, and building a rapport with the student. Participated in all professional development meetings with colleagues, focusing on improving our school, state exams, community building in the school, and grade-specific content goals. Participated in Homework Club meetings. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Photo Story, PowerSchool, Weebly, Elmo Document Cameras, Wikispaces, Prezi.com. Independently and collaboratively investigated research questions, including school policies and available resources, by interviewing faculty and staff at the school. October 2011-April 2012

Mason High School [Mason, MI] Pre-Internship (4 hours/week)

Observed vocabulary, grammar, and literature lessons in a Junior and Sophomore Composition course Developed and conducted research on classroom discourse and student participation based on my observations Maintained a detailed journal reflective of my observations and participation in the classroom Lead class vocabulary lessons in alignment with curriculum and content goals

Everett High School [Lansing, MI] Reading Tutor (2 hours/week)

January 2011-April 2011

Observed a 9th grade Language Arts classroom, as well as weekly small-group tutoring for a 9th grade reading strategies class Worked one-on-one with struggling readers, focusing of reading comprehension and overall ability Created weekly lesson plans to assist tutoring students in reading The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Assisted students with their in-class assignments and homework

9th Grade Geometry Tutor Private March 2013- Present Reviewed current chapter materials on a weekly basis by reviewing homework and student questions. Prepared practice worksheet for student to complete during meeting times, as well as at home. Created study guides and formula sheets for student to use on homework and as extra study material. Homebound Services Liaison November 2012-February 2013 Assisted homebound student with homework assignments/classwork provided by the teacher. Brought required schoolwork to student as mandated by teacher, and brought students completed work to teachers as it became available. Organized individual subject folders for student to keep classwork organized and readily available. Communicated student concerns/questions regarding assigned work to teachers, and relayed teacher messages to homebound student. 8th Grade Accelerated Math Tutor Private September 2011- April 2012 Reviewed chapter materials on a bi-weekly basis Created sample problems and reviewed homework questions Calculus 1 Tutor Michigan State University August 2009-December 2009 Led bi-weekly tutoring sessions with an MSU Sophomore student Prepared daily lessons including note cards, formula sheets, and homework questions Created exam review sheets by compiling old homework questions

ADDITIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Member Relations Chairperson (SMEA), May 2011-May 2012 MSU SMEA Annual Outreach to Teach Volunteer, March 2011-May 2012 Student Michigan Education Association (SMEA), August 2010-May 2012 The National Society of Collegiate Scholars at MSU, August 2010-May 2012 NEA Drawing Connections: Exploring the Intersections of Race, Gender & Sexual Orientation Module, January 2011, November 2011 Michigan Conference for Teachers of English (MCTE) Attendee, October 2011 12 Week Sign Language Professional Development Course, January 2010-March 2010 Michigan State University Dance Club, January 2008-May 2010

ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Glenn and Thelma Buell College of Education Endowed Scholarship, April 2012 Marion Kurtz Croak Endowed English Scholarship, April 2012 Croak Scholarship Award for the Department of English, April 2011 Michigan State University Deans List, Fall 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, Spring 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 semesters

HONORS AND AWARDS

Andrea Luba Mentor Teacher (English) Heritage Junior High School

Beth Jenkins Mentor Teacher (Math) Heritage Junior High School

REFERENCES

Tom Lietz Associate Principal Heritage Junior High School

Angela Jordan Field Instructor Michigan State University