115 Walnut Drive #210 St. Charles, IL 60174 231-215-0762wendylynn8675@gmail.

com

Wendy L. Graves
Objective
To obtain a teaching position in a school where I can be a contributing member of a team of
educators working to inspire the strengths in each student to create successful learners.

Certification
Illinois Provisional Educator Endorsement, Professional Educator License expected May 2015
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
K-5 all subjects, 6-8 self contained or science or math

Education
2013-2014

Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI

Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certification Internship Program
12 graduate credits toward Masters Degree, Teaching and Curriculum

2008-2012

Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education
Major in Integrated Science, minor in Mathematics

2007-2008

Northern Michigan University - Marquette, MI

Undergraduate Studies

Teaching Experience
2014-present Western Avenue Elementary - Geneva, IL - Kindergarten/1st Grade
Mid-Valley Special Education Teaching Assistant
Supported autism spectrum students in areas of writing, reading, sensory, and life skills
Created Common Core aligned mini-lessons, activities, and manipulatives for students
Implemented behavior management and schedule systems
2013-2014 Woodbridge Elementary - Zeeland, MI - Kindergarten
Michigan State University Internship
Planned lessons and units collaboratively and independently in all subject areas
Fulfilled full-time teacher responsibilities during seven-week guide lead teach; lesson
planning, parent and staff communication, and parent-teacher conferences
Designed lessons using district technology
Developed and implemented classroom management techniques
Collected and analyzed pre- and post-assessment data in all subject areas
Designed differentiated tools and lessons to enable all learners in our classroom
Participated in KinderCamp, Dancing With the Teachers, Family Fun Night

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2012-2013 Adventures Learning Center - Kentwood, MI - Preschool
LEAD Preschool Teacher
Planned daily lessons integrating curriculum and student interests
Created a sensory room for center-wide use
2010-2011 Midway Elementary - Holt, MI - Preschool
Michigan State University Junior Year Field Experience
Designed hands-on lessons for preschool students in core subject areas
Lead small group literacy and learning centers
2010 Lewton Elementary - Lansing, MI - 3rd Grade
Michigan State University Sophomore Year Field Experience
Observed daily classroom norms and management techniques
Learned to conduct small group literacy lessons and running records

Teaching Related Experience

2012-2013 Mad Science, Inc. - Grand Rapids, MI
Mad Scientist, ages 4-12
Taught high-energy after school enrichment program and weekend classes
Inventoried and received training for science experiments and lessons
2009-2010 Friendshop After School Enrichment Program- East Lansing, MI
Co-Coordinator, K-5
Recruited and scheduled volunteers
Planned and taught daily lessons and activities in all subject areas
2009-2010 Read To Succeed - East Lansing, MI
Volunteer, K-5
Created reading activities with individual students, tutored in core subject areas
Encouraged work ethics and persistence in individuals

Professional Development

American Sign Language Beginner (NIA)

Autism in the Classroom Training
Developed cross-district lesson study
Occupational Therapy in the classroom training
Anti-Bullying Seminar
"Concussion in Sports" training, National Federation of State High School Associations
Zeeland Public Schools Fall 2013 Staff Development, MAISA Writing Program Plan
ELA Common Core Standards Training
"Keeping Your Smile While Supporting Play" Fall Conference
Handwriting Without Tears, Zoophonics, Creative Curriculum Training

Honors, Achievements and Memberships

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) member since 2013

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Wendy L. Graves

Pets in the Classroom Grant Recipient 2012

Relay for Life Team Captain 2009-2012
Scholarship America Award Recipient 2009-2012
Michigan Merit Award 2007-2009
American Heart Association First Aid and CPR for Infant, Child, and Adult
American Heart Association AED for Child and Adult
Crisis Prevention (CPI) Certified

Technology
I am proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), am
familiar with SMARTboard technology and accompanying programs (Moodle, Smart
Exchange), and have experience with a variety of internet browsers. I have experience using
document cameras and am eager to integrate new technology into the classroom.

References
Tricia Klein
Special Education Teacher
630-640-1712
tricia.klein@d303.org

Mary Keeton
Field Instructor
616-844-8808
keetonm1@msu.edu

Rachael Geerlings
Mentor Teacher
616-738-0493
rgeerlin@zps.org

Jamie Schwartz
LLI Instructor
616-318-5360
jschwart@zps.org