Summary and Career Objectives:
Highly enthusiastic and passionate educator seeking a position in a school community that values strong relationships and social-emotional growth, where my interpersonal skills, active listening, and caring spirit can help every student feel seen, supported, and valued.

Education

Michigan State University: Master of Arts Learning Experience and Design May 2026
Graduate Certificate: Learning Science
Graduate Certificate: Learning Design
East Lansing, Michigan

Central Michigan University: Elementary Education, Middle School Science, Summa Cum Laude Dec 2009
Major: Integrated Science and Elementary Education (ZG and DI endorsements)
Minor: Planned Program
Central Michigan University -University Center, Traverse City, MI

Bachelor of Arts: Broadcast and Cable Productions April 2004 Major: Broadcast and Cable Productions
Minor: Psychology
Western Michigan University -Kalamazoo, MI

Associate in Arts: Liberal Arts May 2002
Major: Liberal Arts
Northwestern Michigan College -Traverse City, MI

Teaching and Classroom Experience

Explorers Teacher, Young 5- 5th Grade, Glen Lake Public Schools

  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

  • Deep Nature Exploration: science, srts, botany, biology, free exploration

  • Outdoor education, focusing on connection with self, community, and nature.

Science Teacher 6th, 7th, 8th Grade, Greenspire School, Traverse City, MI

  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

  • Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.

  • Create project-based science curriculum meeting Michigan Educational standards.

Classroom Support 1st 2nd 3rd Grade, The Children’s House, Traverse City, MI

  • Supported lessons and activities in the classroom. Help establish clear objectives through clear communication and appropriate usage of various teaching strategies to convey information effectively to all students. Adapted teaching methods and style to meet students’ varying needs and interests.

Substitute Teacher, Traverse City Area Public Schools, Traverse City, MI

  • Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

Seventh Grade Science Student Teacher, East Middle School, Traverse City, MI

  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

  • Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress.

Fifth Grade Student Teacher, Long Lake Elementary School, Traverse City, MI

  • Establish and enforce rules for behaviors and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.

  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.