MOLLY M.

PETERSEN
3722 Gleneden Dr., Lansing, MI | 517.282.8738 | mollypetersen16@gmail.com |
http://mollypetersen16.weebly.com

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate May 2017
K-5 All Subject Areas, 6-8 Science
K-8 (Self-Contained Classroom)
Michigan Elementary Science Endorsement May 2017
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification January 2016
EDUCATION
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education May 2016
Specialization in Integrated Science
Fifth Year Teaching Internship, Teacher Certification May 2017
Twelve Graduated credits in General Curriculum Education
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Various Elementary Schools, Lansing, MI
Substitute Teacher April 2017- Present
Taught children of various grades provided material
Effectively managed classroom behavior for students of all ages
Prepared for an entire day of instruction with little preparation time
Adapted instruction to different student needs, both academically and behavioral

Whitehills Elementary School, East Lansing, MI

Full Year Teaching Intern, 2nd Grade August 2016-April 2017
Planned and implemented units for math (Math Expressions), social studies, science, reading
(Reading Street), and writing (Lucy Calkins) throughout the year
Created various formative and summative assessments for all subjects
Completed lead teaching for six weeks in the spring
Co-planned and co-taught with my mentor teacher throughout the year
Communicated with parents through e-mails, letters, and conferences
Differentiated instruction to fit student needs, including both below grade level and above
grade level learners
Taught Second-Step lessons and activities from the PBIS curriculum
 Integrated technology into the classroom using iPads, laptops, SMART boards, and document
camera
Collaborated with my mentor teacher to create an inclusive learning environment for all
students, especially those with IEPs and other learning needs
Lead a weekly reading group for gifted students, which included picking content appropriate
books that still challenged their thinking and designing activities
Volunteered on the schools yearbook committee

Bennett Woods Elementary School, Okemos, MI

Pre-Internship Placement, 1st Grade October 2015- April 2016
Planned and taught four lessons to the entire class involving science, social studies, math, and
language arts curriculum which followed grade level standards
Worked with students in small groups and individually in the classroom
Observed effective teaching strategies from my mentor teacher, such as engagement strategies
and whole brain teaching
Gained knowledge on how to implement classroom/management techniques in the classroom
Eastern Middle School, Lansing, MI
After-School ESL Tutor, 6-8th Grade January 2013- April 2013
Tutored middle schoolers in all subjects at an after-school program for ESL students through
the Refugee Development Center (RDC)
Engaged in discussions about students' different cultures to create a safe space and inclusive
learning environment
Communicated effectively with ESL students from varying backgrounds and languages
Edgewood Village, East Lansing, MI
Academic Tutor October 2012- December 2012
Tutored high-risk children at an after-school center and helped them with their weekly
homework
Provided small group and one-on-one instruction to students
Cooperated with and assisted other tutors as needed
OTHER EXPERIENCE
St. Gerard School, Lansing, MI
Girls Volleyball Coach, 5-8th Grade January 2007- October 2015
Logans Roadhouse, Lansing, MI
Hostess, Waitress, Busser, Food runner January 2011- April 2013
Waverly High School, Lansing, MI
Girls Freshman Volleyball Coach, 9th Grade August 2010-November 2010
 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Danielson Evaluation Training, East Lansing, MI December 2016
Math Expressions Curriculum Training, East Lansing, MI November 2016
I Am Teacher Expo, East Lansing, MI January 2016
 MOLLY M. PETERSEN
3722 Gleneden Dr., Lansing, MI | 517.282.8738 | mollypetersen16@gmail.com |
www.linkedin.com/in/mollypetersen16

REFERENCES
Stefani Wagner, Internship Mentor Teacher
stefani.wagner@elps.us
517-862-8289

Andy Wells, Internship Principal

andrew.wells@elps.us
517-333-7900

Patricia Ryan, Field Instructor

pryan@msu.edu
517-881-9644

Melissa LaMarre, Pre-Internship Mentor Teacher

missy.lamarre@okemosk12.net

Pat Malacina, St. Gerard School Athletic Director

Patrick.Malacina@MultiPkg.com
517-230-7380