TIANNA RENE URREA

520-834- 2909 | tianna.urrea@gmail.com

EDUCATION
The University of Arizona, College of Education, Tucson, AZ Anticipated
Graduation Date: May 2017
Major: Elementary Education - Endorsement in English As A Second Language, GPA: 3.4
Honors: Achievement Award for Academic Distinction
2014-2015, 2015-2016
HONORS AND AWARDS
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Wildcat Excellence Award
August 2013-Present
Rodel Foundation of Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ
Rodel Exemplary Teacher Initiative Choice for Rodel Promising Student Teacher
February 2016
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Raul M. Grijalva Elementary School, Tucson Unified School District, Tucson, AZ
Enrichment Instructor
January 2017-May 2017
Utilizing classroom management and lesson planning skill to prepare and teach lessons
regarding reading, coding, and digital journalism for students in grades 1-5
Student Teacher
January 2017-Present
Acting as permanent educator under the supervision of an experienced teacher, for the
semester to gain experience and knowledge for my future classroom
Practicum Intern
August-December 2016
Utilized classroom management skills to provide a supportive and inclusive learning
environment for English Language Learners
Developed social studies, science, and thematic unit lesson plans adhering to state
standards, under supervised instruction from the classroom teacher
Mary Belle McCorkle Academy of Excellence, Tucson Unified School District, Tucson,
AZ
Practicum Intern
January 2016-May 2016
Planned lessons and activities for, and facilitated guided reading and mathematics
groups
Developed and taught mathematics, reading, and movement education lesson plans
adhering to state standards, under guided instruction from the classroom teacher
Cragin Performing Arts Magnet Elementary School, Tucson Unified School District,
Tucson, AZ
Classroom Observer
January-May 2015
Educated students on activities specific to technological and historical advancement
Lead group of students needing assistance with Reading and Language Arts
comprehension
L.M. Prince Elementary School, Amphitheater School District, Tucson, AZ
Classroom Observer
September-December 2014
Educated students on activities specific to literary advancement and love for reading
 Assisted in helping students with questions pertaining to literature and guided reading
exercises
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Blue Chip Leadership Program, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Member
August 2013-Present
Learning how to apply leadership and professional skills in situations involving
teambuilding, social change, and inclusivity
Leadership Student Assistant (Paid Position)
June 2015-December 2016
Organizing records and encouraging to engage in leadership and professional
development
Equiss Team Lead
September 2016
Facilitated various activities on a three-day social justice retreat discussing the
disparities of Equity and Access between minority groups to promote social change
Team Leader
August-December 2015, 2016
Facilitated weekly discussions for college students related to social justice, leadership
and team building