Chelsee J.

Schram
332 Scarlett Oak * Perry, Michigan 48872 * (313) 613-1913 * hookchel@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE________________________________________________________________________
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To obtain an elementary (k-8) teaching position where I can create a positive, safe, productive,
and successful environment for every child.

CERTIFICATION____________________________________________________________________
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Certified to teach K-5 all subjects; 6-8 self contained
Certified to teach 6-8 Language Arts
CPR and First Aid (infant, child, and adult)
Completed training for Annies Big Nature Lesson
Completed training for Michigan Model for Health
Member of the Grand Learning Network

EDUCATION_______________________________________________________________________
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2013-2014

Michigan State University

Teaching Certification Internship
Curriculum

2010-2013

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Arts
Major: Elementary Education
Teaching Major: Language Arts

East Lansing, Michigan

12 Graduate Credits: Teaching and

East Lansing, Michigan

TEACHING
EXPERINCE_______________________________________________________________
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Attwood Elementary, Lansing Michigan: 4th Grade Teacher
September 2014 Present
September 2014-June 2015 I taught 4-5 split level class.
Taught in classroom with one hundred percent of students on free
and reduced lunch with diverse ethnic backgrounds including three
special education and three ESL students.
Enhanced student engagement through experiential learning
opportunities including Annies Big Nature Lesson, three-day camping
trips to Ebersole, Junior Achievement, and Lansing Symphony
Orchestra programs.
Initiated a relationship with Panera Bread to gather donated food
items to assist students nourishment.
Focused on implementing a positive behavior intervention plan,
which included building strong relationships with students and families.
Utilized technology to enhance learning - research projects, online
reading and math programs.
Differentiated lessons through small-group guided reading and math
groups that included intervention strategies.

 Encouraged students to reflect on their answers and thought

processes through inquiry questions and lessons that promoted higherorder thinking skills.
Chaired the School Improvement Team, hosted different family
celebration nights.
Taught Music, Art, Gym.
Co-planned and co-taught with collaborating teacher to develop
classroom expectations, and instructional goals
Reo Elementary, Lansing Michigan: Year Long Internship
August 2013 - April 2014: 3rd grade
Progress monitored students using many different assessments tools
Planned interventions for all students
Planned and implemented a differentiated phonics program for all
students
Participated with the RTI and School Transformational Teams
Differentiated lessons through small-group guided reading and math
groups that included intervention strategies.
Attended staff and grade level meetings
Participated in conferences in September, November, January, and
March
Taught Art, Music, and Gym
Participated and helped plan the Big Zoo Lesson at Potter Park Zoo
Worked with students individually, in small groups, and whole group
for the school year
Co-planned and co-taught with collaborating teacher to develop
classroom expectations, and instructional goals
Integrated technology into the classroom
Planned instruction for interventionist to execute
Planned and implemented a vocabulary program
Planned and taught comprehension strategies based on Strategies
that Work
Gier Park Elementary, Lansing, Michigan
October 2012 - May 2013: 2nd grade
Planned and taught hands-on lessons in science for the whole class
Planned and taught lesson in social students for whole class
Assist teacher with student questions
Graded assignments
Attended conferences in March
Taught math minutes to whole class
Pleasant View Elementary, Lansing, Michigan
December 2011 - May 2012: Kindergarten
Observed classroom activities and management techniques
Worked with individual student on literacy skills
Assisted teacher in whole group work
Sheridan Road Elementary, Lansing, Michigan
December 2010 May 2011: 3rd-4th grade
Worked with one student on math, social studies, language arts, and
science skills
Taught mini lessons to a small group of students

Assessed student progress

OTHER WORK
EXPERIENCE______________________________________________________________
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MSU Greenline, East Lansing, Michigan
External Philanthropy Manager
Assistant External Philanthropy
Manager

Supervisor
Student Caller

August 2013-September 2013

April 2013-August 2013
May, 2012 May 2013
April, 2010 May, 2012

HONORS AND
AWARDS__________________________________________________________________
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Most Valuable Philanthropist April 2012

Supervisor of the Month May 2011

Caller of the Month July 2010

Deans List 3 semesters

VOLUNTEER
EXPERIENCE_________________________________________________________________________
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Because of my work experience at MSU Greenline I have an estimated 350 hours

of volunteer experience. I have volunteer with these companies and many more:
Haven House
Ronald McDonald House
Ingham County Animal Control
Lansing City Market
Greater Lansing Foodbank
American Red Cross
MSU Student Foodbank

REFERENCES_____________________________________________________________________
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Erin Larson
4th Grade Teacher
Attwood Elementary
erinlizwilson@gmail.com
515-450-2970

Diane Allen

4th Grade Teacher

Attwood Elementary

allen.diane@lansingschools.net

269-405-8237
Mary Mike
Mentor Teacher, Lead Teacher
Reo Elementary
marycmike@hotmail.com

517-214-5618
Karen Eisele
Literacy Specialist
Reo Elementary
Karen.eisele@lansingschools.net
Danielle Matlick
Lead Student Coordinator
MSU Greenline, University Advancement
matlickd@uadv.msu.edu
517-884-1144