Michelle Clifford

Portfolio Website: http://michelleclifford.weebly.com

1727 B St. Apt. 3
990.7166
Lincoln, NE 68502
mcliffor@lps.org

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Education
Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences
Date: May, 2014
Bachelor of Arts in English
GPA: 3.83 on 4.0 scale
Nebraska-Lincoln

Graduation
University of

Endorsements: Art (K-12)

Praxis Status:

Completed Praxis I

Certification
Nebraska Initial Teaching Certificate
Experience in Education
Teaching
Grades 9 12, Lincoln High School, Lincoln, NE
August
2014 Present
Teach 9th through 12th grade in Beginning Drawing, Beginning Painting, and
Beginning Pottery
Serve as Equity Liaison for Lincoln High School
Attend various cultural and community events to further interact with
students
Submit artwork and facilitate student involvement in art shows and
competitions
Work Experience
TRiO Regular Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math/Science, Lincoln, NE
September 2011 present
Coordinated and taught workshops on literature, writing, and ACT/SAT
preparation
Assisted up to 30 high school students in daily homework
Supervised up to 50 students on campus as Resident Assistant during
summer programs
Designed and taught Literature, Composition, Photography-Essay, and
ACT/SAT preparation courses for up to 25 students

Student Teaching
Grades 9 12, Northeast High School, Lincoln, NE
January February, 2014
Taught 9th through 12th grade in Beginning Drawing, Beginning Painting, and
Advanced Drawing
Worked with students with varied abilities, learning needs, and cultural
backgrounds
Assisted in after-school Art Club and GSA
Grades K 5, Holmes Elementary School, Lincoln, NE
March
May, 2014
Taught Kindergarten through 5th grade in several art mediums
Worked with special needs and English Language Learner students
Practicum
Grades 9 12, Lincoln High School, Lincoln, NE
September
December, 2012
Developed and taught a unit on perspective and gesture drawing
Facilitated discussion and critique with International Baccalaureate students
Teaching Assistant and Coordinator
CEHS 200, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE
2010 May 2011
Lead small group discussions in the Gallup Strengths Lab
Volunteered at a Poverty Simulation activity

September

Honors
David Distinguished Scholar
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Honors Program
Deans List, Fall Semester 2009 to present
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Professional Skills
Experience working with diverse population
Interpersonal Communication
CPR and First Aid Certification
Strong writing skills
Volunteer Activity
Clyde Malone Community Center, Lincoln, NE
February
May, 2010
Provided support for staff and children in an educational after-school program
Assisted children with homework and recreational activities
Provided positive reinforcement of the value of education and community
service
Exhibitions and Publications

27th Annual Undergraduate Studio Art Competition: Eisentrager-Howard Gallery,

March 2014
PhotoClub: Eisentrager-Howard Gallery, January-February 2013
Teaching ARTists: Rotunda Gallery, October-November 2012
(Essay) Nothing Else Comes Close. Laurus 2012, 19-23.
Additional Work Experience
Barista, Crane Coffee, Omaha, NE
August, 2011
Hostess, Baileys Lunch and Breakfast, Omaha, NE
2007 August, 2009
Hostess, Shucks Fish House and Oyster Bar, Omaha, NE
2007 October, 2008
Gallup Top Five Strengths
Input
Empathy
Intellection
Adaptability
Includer

May, 2011
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