Dietrich K.

Perchy
Address: 350 Missy Lane Whitefish, MT 59937
Phone: (406) 270-7793 Email: dperchy@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/dperchy

Education:
Montana State University (MSU): Bozeman, MT
Bachelor of Education: General Science Broadfield Teaching
Minor: Secondary Education, Biology Teaching

Expected Graduation: May 2016

Overall GPA: 3.48/4.0

Experience:
STUDENT TEACHER AT GLACIER HIGH SCHOOL (KALISPELL, MT)
Jan. 2016 Apr. 2016
Developed unit lesson plans for General Genetics, Molecular Genetics, and Evolution units for
Freshmen Biology.
Utilized technology to facilitate student exploration of concepts and promote concept mastery.
Communicated directly with parents to initiate involvement with their students education.
Active in student 504 and IEP strategy meetings by helping to design classroom strategies to help
students meet their educational goals.
Participated in Glacier High School Freshman Academy Program which included weekly meetings to
discuss students coursework progression and to help students succeed socially and academically.
PRACTICUM TEACHER AT MANHATTAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (MANHATTAN, MT)
Sept. 2015 Dec. 2015
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Practiced a co-teaching classroom instruction model in an 8 grade life sciences class to address the
needs of diverse learners through differentiation and small group instruction.
Designed scaffolded lessons for teaching Chemical Energy unit and covering topics including
Practical Chemistry, Acids & Bases, Qualitative and Quantitative analysis, and Titration.
Attended faculty meetings to discuss school policy, student concerns, and extracurricular activities.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT FOR MSU EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Apr. 2015 Jan. 2016
Developed a STEM curriculum entitled Using Technology to Research After Class (UTRAC).
Hosted Peaks and Potentials summer camps for middle school students designed to teach
students about carbon and water cycles.
Worked with Montana Apprentice program for underprivileged students. Students ranging in age
from sophomores in high school to college freshmen came from a variety of backgrounds including
Indian reservations located in Montana and Mexico.
MCNAIR SCHOLAR (BOZEMAN, MT)
Dec. 2014 - May 2016
Conducted research related to gamification in education by hosting a summer camp using the video
game Minecraft to increase student interest in STEM fields.
Presented personal research at the McNair Scholars Research Symposium
PRE-SERVICE EDUCATOr at Whitefish High School (WHITEFISH, MT)
May 2014 - June 2014
Early field experience of designing curriculum for a variety of high school science courses, including
Biology, AP Biology, and Biomedical Science courses.
Designed science lesson plans and implemented them in a cooperative teaching model.

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TECH CLUB PRE-SERVICE INSTRUCTOR (BOZEMAN, MT)

Sept. 2014 Nov. 2014
Created six technology lessons focused on digital citizenship for elementary students.
Facilitated cooperative learning stations to help students develop multimedia presentations.
Incorporated co-teaching strategies to differentiate instruction and manage learning environment.
INTERN AT WHITEFISH LAKE INSTITUTE (WHITEFISH, MT)
May 2014 Aug. 2014
Recorded and managed data regarding the Flathead Valley watershed.
Aided in hosting four wetland education days for local schools and summer camps, educating over
200 students and campers.
Planned and hosted multiple fundraising and wetland education events for the public, raising
approximately $20,000 and educating 300 members of the community.
RESIDENT ADVISOR FOR MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE LIFE (BOZEMAN, MT)
Aug. 2012 - May 2014
Developed two communities of 70 students in the residence halls through community programs,
meetings, and socializing events.
Provided four educational events each month during the academic year, teaching students about
various topics, including living on their own and how to succeed in the university system.
Liaison between MSU Residence Life and the student, offering insight on students needs for
academic and social successes.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT FOR DEPARTMENT OF PLANT SCIENCES
Sept. 2011 Aug. 2012
Researched the creation of a fully organic herbicide using amino acids with Dr. David Sands.
Organized a thorough experiment regime to measure the effectiveness of the herbicide.
Recorded and documented experimental results using Good Documentation Practices.

Volunteer/Service Activities:

Child Advancement Project (CAP) Mentor:

Oct. 2014 Apr. 2015
Worked one-on-one with students to increase academic and social competency and to enhance
opportunities for academic challenge.
MSU Friday Tour Guide:





Jan. 2012 May 2014
Guided tours of Montana State University campus and residence halls, providing information about
the area and answering questions of prospective students.
National Residence Hall Honorary Contributor:



Aug. 2012 May 2014
Nominated various members of the Residence Life community and students for recognition and
awards for their achievements.
Flathead Lake Distance Running Camp Counselor:


June 2011 June 2012
Worked with high school long distance athletes from schools all over the nation. Coached students
on progressing through running as a sport and balancing academics with extracurricular activities to
promote student academic achievement and athletic aspirations.

Certifications:

First Aid and CPR Certification, American Red Cross, June 2014
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program) trained researcher, 2015
Flinn Scientific Laboratory Safety Certified for High School and Middle School Science, 2016

Professional Affiliations and Honors:

Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society Member, inducted 2011

NRHH Regional RA of the Month, Sept. 2012
McNair Scholar, 2014-2016
TRIO SSS Scholar, 2016
Outstanding Senior in Secondary Science Education, 2016

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