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ANYA

M. RIFKIN

Cell (847) 239-0650

5030 9th Avenue NE, Seattle, Washington 98105 anyarifkin@gmail.com

SUMMARY

High energy Licensed Teaching Professional with strong academic background to teach in Elementary Schools.
Background in environmental areas to include science, math and outdoor education. Experienced in teaching
Kindergarten through Fourth Grade. Strengths in communicating, curriculum development, managing people and
resources, organizing, and resolving problems. Team player with focus on instructing for high academic achievement
as well as social/emotional development. Skilled in implementing lesson plans for National Common Core Standards.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Major Concentration: Environmental Studies, May, 2012
University of Vermont (UVM), Burlington, VT


LICENSURE

State of Washington, Residency Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education


Effective Dates: 6/6/2015 - 6/6/2016

STUDENT TEACHING and TEACHING PRACTICUMS


Third Grade Student Teacher




Spring 2012
Richmond Elementary School, Richmond, Vermont
Selected as co-teacher in the classroom to advance as primary instructor by creating lesson plans in all subject areas,
analyzing and evaluating student progress, communicate with parents, and provided enrichment materials as
needed, resulting in achieving outstanding evaluation and recommendation.
Developed and taught lessons based on individual needs, resulting in compliance with state and national standards.
Created lesson plans for 2-week thematic, integrated-interdisciplinary unit to include science and writing curriculum,
resulting in developing skills to analyze and compare organisms and write unique narratives.
Utilized computer technology by introducing Internet search engines systems and documenting with MS Word,
which increased research skills and recorded original stories and poems.
Administered and graded assessments including the Developmental Reading Assessment and the Qualitative
Reading Inventory, resulting in implementing stimulating individualized reading lessons.
Incorporated the schools behavior plan (Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports) in the classroom, which
creates safe learning environment to achieve high academic progress.

Teaching Practicums First, Fourth, and Fifth Grades Fall 2009-Spring 2011
Greater Burlington, Vermont Elementary Schools






Planned and independently led classroom instruction in math (Investigations and Bridges), literacy, science and
social studies.
Taught and incorporated differentiated instructions to fit the needs of students by creating a positive learning
environment and strengthening math, science, reading, writing and language arts skills.
Assisted teacher with classroom management involving student behavior and conflict resolution.
Developed hands-on science and reading lessons by providing Individualized, challenging instruction for positive
experience and promoting discovery relating to everyday life.

TEACHING PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Open Window School, Bellevue, WA


Fall 2014-Fall 2015
Instructional Assistant-Kindergarten/ K-4th Grade
Developed and taught lesson plans in small group setting daily in enVision math, reading, and science, which
reinforced learning and provided new challenges for Kindergarten to Fourth graders.

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Assisted lead teacher in assessing and recording data on individual student development to track skill growth and
development in achieving school standards.
Assisted students in resolving conflicts and provided positive learning environment conducive to social and
emotional growth of students.
Conducted large group lessons daily as needed to prepare 18-20 students to achieve target goals.
Instructed 3rd grade classroom for three months and acted as Floater to assist teachers in grades K-4th.


Dragonfly Outdoors, Hong Kong


Fall 2013
Senior Instructor
Planned and instructed children from 3rd grade to high school sophomores to gain team building abilities, leadership,
and communication skills through outdoor sports.
Facilitated teambuilding and methods to resolve issues, and instructed on camping/kayaking techniques.
Led student discussions in small group of 10-15 to reflect on positive growth throughout the week.
Created lesson plans and teaching methods to develop strong curriculum to strengthen environmental science
knowledge and problem solving skills.
Led a professional development session for staff (30 teachers) to successfully work with students ages 7-9.

AmeriCorps School Partnerships Liaison /Teacher Fall 2012-Summer 2013
IslandWood, Bainbridge Island, WA / Teacher


Established relationships with classroom teachers and students by conducting ongoing environmentally related and
curricular lessons with partnership schools.
Expanded, piloted, revised, and instructed School Partnerships' curriculum and developed subsequent teaching
materials to expand science concepts.
Connected students School Overnight Program experience to natural systems in urban neighborhood by developing
and teaching lessons through activities in the schoolyard to expand science skills.
Implemented service learning projects into classroom curriculum twice per month, resulting in generating student
interest in promoting stewardship of environmental and community.

CERTIFICATIONS
Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness Water Safety, PADI certified SCUBA

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE and COACHING





Camp Manito-wish YMCA, Boulder Junction, WI
Summers- 2014, 2015
Expeditionary Leader / Instructor
Led 25-day and co-led 45-day sea kayaking trip, guiding six 16-18 year-olds to gain leadership and proficiency.
Section Director
Summer 2012
Supervised section of 60+ campers ages 9-11 and 18 staff, comprised of Counselors and Tripping Assistants.
Revised and approved trip itineraries and menus throughout session to ensure safety and nature skills.
Supervised counselors in preparing parent letters and evaluations at end to provide timely communication.
Coordinated with Section Directors and Program Director to organize Camp activities, address staff/camper needs,
and respond to trail needs and emergencies.
Counselor
Summers 2009, 2010, 2011
Led 5 girls on 3-10 day canoe and kayak excursions and taught team building, problem solving, and individual
achievement to develop confident, responsible and enlightened leaders.

Coxswain -University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (2008-2011) and New Trier High School, Winnetka, IL (2004-2008)
Prepared race plan, made tactical decisions during race, motivated and encouraged rowing crew.
Awarded First Place in New England Championships, 2011
Led National Scholastic Championship Boat, New Trier High School, 2008

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