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EDUCATION
Midland Lutheran College Fremont, NE
Bachelor of Science in Math/Computer Science emphasis Mathematics
Minor in Sports Team Coaching
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Two Year Alternative Licensure Program (ALP 2)
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Participated in the Curriculum Alignment Process (CAP) to align the math program to the
Common Core State and ACT Standards
Incorporated graphic organizers and materials to meet students diverse needs
Provided instruction through ALEKS that provided personalized educational opportunities for all
students
Participated in the Adopt-A-Senior program where staff members mentor a group of seniors on the
college and scholarship application process
Head Tennis Coach Boys and Girls
February 2009 July 2012
Provided leadership and management of all phases of the tennis program including player
development, student academic eligibility, team travel, budget, promotion and fundraising
Active participant in the University of Denver's professional development program for coaches
Planned, organized, and executed two successful summer youth tennis clinics effecting ages six to
eighteen
9th Grade Math Teacher
January 2009 May 2011
2010-2011 9th Grade PLC Math Content Leader; worked productively with team to complete tasks
Used data to enhance instruction; including looking at a body of evidence to identify several
strategies and interventions for students
Provided a learning environment focused on critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and
communication skills
Used of technology in classroom (clickers, projector, Microsoft Office 2010, and DocCam) to
support student learning
Utilized effective classroom management, creative questioning, assessment tools, and use of
manipulatives to increase student motivation
Substitute Teacher, Grades K-12
October 2008 - December 2008
Provided substitute teaching services with minimal disruption to daily curriculum; implemented
creative activities to ensure assigned learning goals were met
Taught in secondary computer and math classes following teachers' lesson plans and providing
students with additional support
Activity Coordinator, City of Aurora - Aurora, CO
October 2008- December 2008
Tiny Tots & KinderKids Teacher at Village Green Recreation Center
Managed a structured, stimulating classroom with responsibility in all areas of teaching,
assessment, and coordination of academic and social activities
Effectively taught students of different skill levels and created a positive, engaging learning
experience; prepared lessons that focused on reading and math readiness utilizing many hands-on
activities, manipulatives, and discovery learning to develop large motor skills
Professional Development Programs and Other Teaching Activities
The Education Center Junior High School Educator of the Year 2012 - 2013
Trained in the Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces (ALEKS) Program
Trained in InfiniteCampus, a student information system for grades, attendance, assessments, and
other administrative data
Thinking Maps: A Language for Learning) January 2009 May 2009
Attended Kagan Strategies Workshop on Cooperative Learning and Grouping; using the approach
as part of overall teaching process
Participant in the Leading Effective Academic Practice (LEAP) Pilot Program 2009-2011
Participant in the Measures of Effective Teaching (MET) Project August 2009- May 2011
Mentor, Denver Public Schools Induction Program, 2010-2011
Member, Academic Excellence Awards Ceremony Committee 2010-2012
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National Urban League Incentives to Excel & Succeed (NULITES) Center tutor, 2009-2010
Community Champion Award Recipient for work with NULITES center, 2010
Volunteer at various school events (Big Do!, Homecoming events, Prom) working toward positive
outcomes for each activity