Kelly N.

Maisel
29801 Sherry, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Phone: (248) 217-9826
E-mail: maiselke@msu.edu

Education
Masters Degree The Art of Teaching and Curriculum Design
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Specialization in Educational Psychology

2016

Bachelor of Arts Mathematics

2012
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Additional minor in psychology
Passed Michigan Test for Teacher Certification in mathematics (EX)
Obtained secondary teaching certificate
Teaching Experience
Mathematics Teacher
August 2013 Present
Oak Park High School, Oak Park, MI
Developed curriculum and assessments in Geometry and Algebra II that maintained state
standards and levels of high cognitive demand.
Planned and executed meaningful daily lessons plans in Geometry and Algebra II that
met Michigan Academic Standards as well as prepared students for ACT and SAT.
Created a culture of learning for all students by grouping, differentiating instruction and
integrating reasoning-based extension projects.
Co-led Algebra II and Geometry Data Teams and utilized data collected to drive
instructional decisions.
Identified and conducted multiple approaches to classroom learning to accommodate the
various learning styles of all students.
Incorporated technology and real world examples to create opportunities for students to
find value in their math education.
Contributed to weekly professional development team meetings pertaining to student
performance and modified teaching practices to better fit the Common Core State
Standards.
Taught students of special needs and participated in student IEP processes and
manifestation meeting processes.
Mathematics Teacher Summer Program
June 2013 July 2013
Ferndale High School, Ferndale, MI
Planned and delivered daily lesson plans in Algebra I that maintained state standards and
levels of high cognitive demand.

Developed multiple approaches to problems to assist various learning styles in the

accelerated summer school course.
Monitored and assessed student progress daily with formative assessments to tract
student learning.

Pre-Teaching Experience
Full Year Student Teaching
August 2012 April 2013
Ferndale High School, Ferndale, MI
Planned and delivered daily lesson plans in Algebra I and II courses that maintained state
standards and levels of high cognitive demand.
Engaged students in reasoning-based activities to promote and motivate collaborative
learning.
Identified and conducted multiple approaches to problems to assist various learning styles
and to reach each individual student.
Contributed to weekly professional development meetings pertaining to student
performance and modifying teaching practices.
Assisted in modifying and improving lesson plans to better fit the Common Core State
Standards.
Field Placement and Teacher Assistant
October 2011 April 2012
Lansing Everett High School, Lansing, MI
Observed teacher lessons and classroom management in the high school Algebra II
classrooms.
Planned, taught, and analyzed mathematics lessons for Algebra II classrooms.
Field Placement and Teacher Observer
September 2010 January 2011
Lansing Everett High School, Lansing, MI
Observed lessons and classroom management in the high school Algebra I classroom to
study the effectiveness of different teaching methodologies.
Maintained a reflective journal based on classroom observations and experiences, as well
as experiences and conversations with students based on their learning experience.
Additional Relevant Work Experience
After School Tutoring Center
September 2013 Present
Oak Park High School, Oak Park, MI
Facilitated after school tutoring center for students needing assistance in mathematics.
Attended to any student questioning during group tutoring and individual tutoring.

Class of 2016 Sponsor

September 2013 Present
Oak Park High School, Oak Park, MI
Planned events for the senior class such as Homecoming, Prom and Graduation.
Executed fundraisers including managing the school store for the senior class fund.
Facilitated class meetings to promote awareness of upcoming senior events.
Substitute Teacher
September 2012 June 2013
Ferndale High School, Ferndale MI
Maintained a respectful learning environment while implementing mathematics lessons
in various classroom settings.
Monitored the classroom and executed strategies for classroom management according to
district policies.
After School Tutoring Center
September 2012 April 2013
Ferndale High School, Ferndale, MI
Facilitator of an after school tutoring center for mathematics and science for struggling
students.
Attended to any student questioning during group tutoring, and individual tutoring within
the program.
Reading Comprehension Tutor
September 2012 April 2013
Personal tutor for an at risk elementary student in reading, writing, and comprehension.
Planned and executed various strategies to seek improvement in reading and writing
skills.
Coaching Experience
Varsity Softball Head Coach
Oak Park High School, Oak Park, MI

March 2015 Present

Varsity Softball Assistant Coach

Ferndale High School, Ferndale, MI

January 2013 June 2013

Accomplishments and Competencies

2011 Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education Member
2008-2012 Deans List at Michigan State University
2008 Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship for friendship, morality and scholars
2008 Detroit Area Council of Teachers of Mathematics Scholarship for Future Mathematics
Teachers

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Proficient with various tools (e.g., TI-Nspire calculators, SMART boards) and
computer programs (e.g., Geogebra) that are helpful for teaching mathematics.
Intermediately fluent in Spanish.