Abigail Demers

4023 Werthers Court

Fairfax, VA, 22030

703-402-5004
acdemers@radford.edu
acdemers10@yahoo.com

Objective: To obtain an early childhood or early childhood special education position where I can positively impact students,
prepare them for academic success, while also contributing to their growth and development in all developmental domains.
Education:
Radford University, Radford, VA
Masters of Science in Education (May 2015)
Cumulative GPA, 3.85/4.00
Bachelors of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (May 2014) (Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special
Education)
Cumulative GPA, 3.41/4.00
Deans List Spring Semester 2012 Present
Eligible to apply for Virginia Teaching Licensure, May 2015 (birth to 5 or K-3)
Teaching Experience:
Belview Elementary School (Third Grade), January 2015 May 2015
Student Teacher
- Continued to lead fully day classroom routines
- Implemented multiple instructional strategies
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Participated in PTA and other school activities
- Provided opportunities for students to use critical and higher level thinking
- Self-evaluated my performance as a student teacher with my cooperating professional and university
Belview Elementary School (Virginia Preschool Initiative VPI), August 2014 December 2014
Student Teacher
- Led full day classroom routines
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans corresponding to the classrooms theme of the week
- Promoted positive behavior support strategies
- Actively engaged with students on daily basis
- Encouraged critical and higher level thinking by asking open-ended questions
- Continued to use indirect and direct forms of data collection to monitor student progress
- Collaborated and involved each students family by asking them to be present in the classroom, hosting seasonal
parties in the classroom, and informing each family of their childs academic achievements
Easter Seals UCP (Early Intervention), January 2014 May 2014
Blocking Student
- Observed and assisted my cooperating professional during instructional routines
- Prepared and implemented lesson pertaining to each familys individualized family service plan (IFSP)
- Collaborated with parents regarding their childs learning goals and objectives
- Provided comfort and empathy to families
- Informed families about the transition process from Part C to Part B and their options
- Continued to use indirect and direct forms of data collection to monitor child progress
- Administered a Battelle Developmental Inventory (2nd Edition) assessment
Eastern Montgomery (First Grade), August 2013 December 2013
Blocking Student
- Observed and assisted my cooperating professional during instructional routines
- Led full day classroom routines
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans in all areas of the curriculum, correlating to the countys pacing guide

- Promoted positive behavior support strategies

- Interacted and engaged students on a daily basis within the classroom by providing them with verbal praise and
feedback pertaining to their academic performance
- Encouraged critical and higher level thinking by teaching students based on their academic level
- Attended parent-teacher conferences and collaborated with families regarding their childs academic
performance
- Attended faculty and individualized education plan (IEP) meetings
- Involved families in the classroom by asking them to be present within the classroom
- Administered a Phonemic Awareness and Literacy Screening (PALS)
- Used other indirect and direct forms of data collection to monitor student progress
- Encouraged development in all developmental domains (fine/gross motor, adaptive, communication, cognitive,
social-emotional)
Early Field Experience:
Radford Head Start Center (Radford, VA), January 2013 May 2013
Teacher Assistant
- Observed and assisted the lead teacher during instructional routines
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans corresponding to the classrooms theme
- Actively engaged with the students during the daily routine
- Collaborated with my cooperating professional about new themes and student success
- Encouraged development in all developmental domains (fine/gross motor, adaptive, communication, cognitive,
social-emotional)
Rainbow Riders Daycare Center, September 2012 December 2012
Infant Caretaker
- Fed, clothed, and monitored each infant to assure that his/her basic needs were met
- Engaged each infant in an exploratory experience
- Completed a personal daily record sheet for each infant to inform parents of their childs daily success
- Encouraged development in all developmental domains (fine/gross motor, adaptive, communication, cognitive,
social-emotional)
Beans and Rice After School Program (K-6), September 2011 December 2011
Teacher Assistant
- Prepared lesson plans and activities corresponding with student interests
- Assisted students with homework and other educational tasks
- Implemented multiple instructional strategies to scaffold learning
Centreville High School Teacher Cadet, September 2009 June 2010
Teachers Assistant
- Prepared and taught lessons pertaining to physical education
- Provided feedback to students regarding classroom performance
Professional Organizations and Certifications:
Student Virginia Education Association (SVEA), 2012 Present
Virginia State Reading Association (VSRA), 2013 Present
National Education Association (NEA), 2013 Present
Certified in CPR/First Aid
Current Praxis I (February 15, 2013) and Praxis II (November 9, 2012)
Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA) (June 6, 2011)
Reading for Virginia Educators (RVE) (December 17, 2013)
Other Employment:
Titan Pool Service June 2010 August 2012

Lifeguard/Pool Manager
- Responded to patron questions, comments, and concerns
- Tested and monitored the pools water PH and chlorine
- Managed the pump room filtration and hose systems
- Responded to safety and health inspectors
- Certified in CPR/First Aid and rescue positions
Advanced Auto Parts December 2012 Present
Sales Associate
- Provide personal attention to customers to ensure a high level of satisfaction
- Maintain accurate knowledge of automotive technology/mechanics to provide helpful, reliable, and valid
- Maintain customer profiles, including past and/or present orders
- Contact manufactures for parts and supplies
- Interact with local shops and deliver their parts efficiently

advice

Related Skills and Proficiencies:

- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to provide clear and concise instructions for
students
- Naturally organized with a strong work ethic
- Skilled at creating a structured and environmentally fit classroom for all students and differentiating instruction to meet the
needs of diverse learners by determining strengths, areas of needs, likes, and dislikes
- Experienced in multicultural awareness
- Adept in utilizing technology to enhance instructional strategies and student learning
- Proficient in Smart Notebook and Microsoft Office
- Experienced at planning and conducting a Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) and a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
- Experienced in using the Phonemic Awareness and Literacy Screening (PALS) and the Battelle Developmental Inventory (2nd
Edition)
- Experienced in using multiple indirect and direct forms of data collection
References:

Sharon Adams Cooperating professional at Eastern Montgomery Elementary School

Personal Email (sadams@mcps.org)
Jenny Smith Cooperating professional at Belview Elementary School
School Email (jsmith1@mcps.org)
Kathryn Hoover (University Supervisor)
Office Phone (540-831-5313)
Boyoung Park (University Supervisor)
Office Phone (540-831-7118)
Ron Edwards Advanced Auto Parts General Manager
Cell Phone (540-905-5962)

E-Portfolio:
www.acdemers1.weebly.com