Objective
My objective is to obtain a FT position as an Elementary Education teacher.
Licensure
NC Teaching License 7/01/2010 – 6/30/2017
Elementary Education (K-6) Standard Professional I / Class A
Education
Valley Forge Christian College 2005 -2010
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Combined GPA: 3.55
Repeatedly made Dean's List
Related Employment
East Arcadia Elementary (BCS) Wilmington, NC, October, 2014 – February, 2016
Teacher, 1st grade, 4th grade
- All responsibilities of FT 1st / 4th grade teacher (see ‘experience’ below)
- Created Art program for 4th / 5th grade
John J Blair Elementary (NHCS) Wilmington, NC, January 6, 2014 – June 17, 2014
Long-term substitute teacher, 4th grade
- All responsibilities of FT 4th grade teacher (see ‘experience’ below)
- In summative evaluation, assessed as developing and/or proficient in all areas observed, and accomplished in the category of technology
- Proctored EOG (End of Grade) tests
New Hanover County School District Wilmington, NC, January 2012 - January 2015
Substitute teacher
- Daily assignments filling in for teachers, grades K-5: long-term assignments for 5th, 4th, and K.
- Repeat requests & excellent recommendations from highly qualified classroom teachers throughout New Hanover County
- Administered EOG (End of grade) tests
Huntington Learning Center Wilmington, NC, March - June 2010
Tutor, NCLB afterschool program
- Excelled among peers with students achieving highest improvement percentages
Theresa's Tutoring (with some referrals from WyzAnt tutoring service) Wilmington, NC Sept. ‘10 – Present
Private Tutor
- Created my own tutoring business with several on-call employees
- Students ranging from K – college/adult.
- Reading, Math, EOG (students consistently improved test scores)
Living Bridges Phoenixville, PA September ’08 – May ‘09
Part-time Teacher (While in College)
- PT for a co-op school for Catholic homeschooling families
- 7th grade Pre-Algebra, 5th – 7th grade Art, 4th & 5th grade Science
Various Families PA & NC Sept. ‘91 – Present
Nanny / Babysitter
- Employed extensively and consistently, everything from a live-in full-time to part time after-school, evenings, and/or weekends for numerous families and situations
- Currently employed with the Dunne family weekdays after-school where I oversee all homework and after-school activities.
Fox Chapel School District Fox Chapel, PA 2001-2002 school year
Substitute staff: elementary, middle, and high school
- Substituted in various positions (e.g. instructional assistant, classroom aide)
Teaching Proficiency
Student Teacher
East Coventry Elementary School Pottstown, PA January – May 2010
- 4th grade classroom under supervision of Mrs. Paula Jackson
Teaching Practicums
Lower Pottsgrove Elementary Lower Pottsgrove, PA January – April 2008
- Every Wednesday with 2nd grade class taught by Mrs. Gretchen Reppert
West-Mont Christian Academy Pottstown, PA September – December 2008
- Every Wednesday with 4th grade class taught by Mrs. Ali Falconero
Chester County Intermediate Unit Pottstown, PA September – December 2007
- Every Wednesday in a Special Education cooking class
Other Employment
Layne Bryant King of Prussia, PA Nov. ’05 – Feb. 08
Retail sales (clothing)
CVS Pharmacy Berwyn, PA Sept. ‘04 – June ’05
Pharmacy Aid / Technician
Reserve Equity Mortgage New Kensington, PA Feb. ’01 – June ’04
Head of Marketing
- Recognized for excellent people skills and administrative efficiency
Watson Real Estate Lower Burrell, PA June ’03 – August ’03
Personal Assistant to President
- Hired to set-up new office.
Reesebrothers Monroeville, PA Feb. ‘00 - Feb’01
Telemarketer
Volunteer Work
Life Community Church Fall 2011 - Present
- Sunday School Teacher 4th-5th grade girls
- Small group leader (Women’s Bible study)
- Volunteer in Community outreaches to meet various needs of local neighborhoods
Victory Christian Fellowship Trooper, PA
- Jr. High Youth leader for 3 years 2004-2007
- Volunteer at Vacation Bible School for 3 summers
Camp Carroll Natrona Heights, PA
- Volunteer Aide for handicapped children and adults 5 summers
St. Margaret Mary Lower Burrell, PA
- Sunday school teacher / one year Kindergarten, two years 4th grade
Additional Qualifications
Current Act 34 Police, Child Abuse Clearances, and FBI fingerprint clearances.
Certified in child/infant CPR Ø I am reliable and on time.
Ø I have high standards for myself and my students.
Ø I believe encouragement is the best motivator.
Ø I promote good behavior and positive attitudes by modeling kindness, respect, & integrity.
Ø I am a good communicator and a good listener.
Ø I highly value collaboration and teamwork.
Ø I am committed to keeping parents informed and involved
Ø I strive to foster a safe environment where students are free to learn and grow.
Ø I make every effort to advance cultural awareness and a global perspective.
Ø I am committed to my ongoing professional development and continual improvement as an educator.
** This résumé is not exhaustive. Its purpose is to demonstrate an extensive background in childcare and education, highlight an assortment of related skills, and provide recent references. Thank you for your consideration.
My objective is to obtain a FT position as an Elementary Education teacher.
Licensure
NC Teaching License 7/01/2010 – 6/30/2017
Elementary Education (K-6) Standard Professional I / Class A
Education
Valley Forge Christian College 2005 -2010
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
Combined GPA: 3.55
Repeatedly made Dean's List
Related Employment
East Arcadia Elementary (BCS) Wilmington, NC, October, 2014 – February, 2016
Teacher, 1st grade, 4th grade
- All responsibilities of FT 1st / 4th grade teacher (see ‘experience’ below)
- Created Art program for 4th / 5th grade
John J Blair Elementary (NHCS) Wilmington, NC, January 6, 2014 – June 17, 2014
Long-term substitute teacher, 4th grade
- All responsibilities of FT 4th grade teacher (see ‘experience’ below)
- In summative evaluation, assessed as developing and/or proficient in all areas observed, and accomplished in the category of technology
- Proctored EOG (End of Grade) tests
New Hanover County School District Wilmington, NC, January 2012 - January 2015
Substitute teacher
- Daily assignments filling in for teachers, grades K-5: long-term assignments for 5th, 4th, and K.
- Repeat requests & excellent recommendations from highly qualified classroom teachers throughout New Hanover County
- Administered EOG (End of grade) tests
Huntington Learning Center Wilmington, NC, March - June 2010
Tutor, NCLB afterschool program
- Excelled among peers with students achieving highest improvement percentages
Theresa's Tutoring (with some referrals from WyzAnt tutoring service) Wilmington, NC Sept. ‘10 – Present
Private Tutor
- Created my own tutoring business with several on-call employees
- Students ranging from K – college/adult.
- Reading, Math, EOG (students consistently improved test scores)
Living Bridges Phoenixville, PA September ’08 – May ‘09
Part-time Teacher (While in College)
- PT for a co-op school for Catholic homeschooling families
- 7th grade Pre-Algebra, 5th – 7th grade Art, 4th & 5th grade Science
Various Families PA & NC Sept. ‘91 – Present
Nanny / Babysitter
- Employed extensively and consistently, everything from a live-in full-time to part time after-school, evenings, and/or weekends for numerous families and situations
- Currently employed with the Dunne family weekdays after-school where I oversee all homework and after-school activities.
Fox Chapel School District Fox Chapel, PA 2001-2002 school year
Substitute staff: elementary, middle, and high school
- Substituted in various positions (e.g. instructional assistant, classroom aide)
Teaching Proficiency
- Administering and proctoring the EOG’s
- Monitoring PSM students at levels 1,2, and 3
- BOY, MOY, and EOY progress monitoring using DIBELS, TRC, DORF (ORF), and DAZE
- Teaching AIG and ESL cluster groups in a classroom learning environment
- Familiar with Café Daily 5, Guided Reading, Math Investigations, Singapore Math, etc.
- Strong technology skills, as observed and documented in summative teacher evaluation
- Strong communication skills and ability to relate well with others
Student Teacher
East Coventry Elementary School Pottstown, PA January – May 2010
- 4th grade classroom under supervision of Mrs. Paula Jackson
Teaching Practicums
Lower Pottsgrove Elementary Lower Pottsgrove, PA January – April 2008
- Every Wednesday with 2nd grade class taught by Mrs. Gretchen Reppert
West-Mont Christian Academy Pottstown, PA September – December 2008
- Every Wednesday with 4th grade class taught by Mrs. Ali Falconero
Chester County Intermediate Unit Pottstown, PA September – December 2007
- Every Wednesday in a Special Education cooking class
Other Employment
Layne Bryant King of Prussia, PA Nov. ’05 – Feb. 08
Retail sales (clothing)
CVS Pharmacy Berwyn, PA Sept. ‘04 – June ’05
Pharmacy Aid / Technician
Reserve Equity Mortgage New Kensington, PA Feb. ’01 – June ’04
Head of Marketing
- Recognized for excellent people skills and administrative efficiency
Watson Real Estate Lower Burrell, PA June ’03 – August ’03
Personal Assistant to President
- Hired to set-up new office.
Reesebrothers Monroeville, PA Feb. ‘00 - Feb’01
Telemarketer
Volunteer Work
Life Community Church Fall 2011 - Present
- Sunday School Teacher 4th-5th grade girls
- Small group leader (Women’s Bible study)
- Volunteer in Community outreaches to meet various needs of local neighborhoods
Victory Christian Fellowship Trooper, PA
- Jr. High Youth leader for 3 years 2004-2007
- Volunteer at Vacation Bible School for 3 summers
Camp Carroll Natrona Heights, PA
- Volunteer Aide for handicapped children and adults 5 summers
St. Margaret Mary Lower Burrell, PA
- Sunday school teacher / one year Kindergarten, two years 4th grade
Additional Qualifications
Current Act 34 Police, Child Abuse Clearances, and FBI fingerprint clearances.
Certified in child/infant CPR Ø I am reliable and on time.
Ø I have high standards for myself and my students.
Ø I believe encouragement is the best motivator.
Ø I promote good behavior and positive attitudes by modeling kindness, respect, & integrity.
Ø I am a good communicator and a good listener.
Ø I highly value collaboration and teamwork.
Ø I am committed to keeping parents informed and involved
Ø I strive to foster a safe environment where students are free to learn and grow.
Ø I make every effort to advance cultural awareness and a global perspective.
Ø I am committed to my ongoing professional development and continual improvement as an educator.
** This résumé is not exhaustive. Its purpose is to demonstrate an extensive background in childcare and education, highlight an assortment of related skills, and provide recent references. Thank you for your consideration.