EDUCATION
Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, Michigan|May 2017 GPA: 3.80
Bachelor of Science in Education
Elementary Provisional Certificate (ZG) K-5
Special Education (CI) Provisional Certificate (SA) K-12
Endorsements:
Reading (BT) K-8
Integrated Science (DI) K-8
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Berrien Regional Education Service Agency (RESA), Berrien Springs, Michigan|Fall 2017-Present
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Teacher, Kindergarten
! Planned and created data collection methods to measure student interaction and
engagement weekly.
! Collaborated with the general education teacher, administration, special education team,
and local district coordinators to transition students back to the least restrictive environment.
! Generated and implemented Individualized Education Plans using Illuminate.
! Consulted with parents, teachers, paraprofessionals, and service providers including speech
and occupational therapists for students with High Functioning Autism.
! Employed token reinforcement systems to increase the motivation of students during
academic instruction while decreasing off-task behaviors.
! Applied diverse hands-on teaching strategies to promote active learning and
socialization within small group settings based on students’ individual needs.
Clare Primary School, Clare, Michigan|Spring 2017
Student Teacher (January-March), 1st Grade
Long Term Substitute (April-June), 1st Grade
! Created weekly newsletters reflecting current topics being covered in first grade.
! Administered statewide assessments such as NWEA (Math and Reading) and DREA to form
intervention groups based on student data.
! Utilized PowerSchool for grades and Bloomz for communication with parents/guardians.
! Supervised 23 students for a field trip to the Saginaw Zoo to enhance animal study in the
science curriculum.
! Developed first grade lesson plans using grade level standards focusing on social studies,
science, math, reading, and writing while collaborating with the first grade team.
Clare Primary School, Clare, Michigan|Fall 2016
Student Teacher, Resource Room, K-2nd Grade
! Designed assessments to progress monitor students’ growth and determined whether to
continue instruction or to alter instruction based on data collected.
! Collaborated with the general education setting, administration, and the special education
team to determine appropriate academic and behavioral interventions.
! Adapted assessments, assignments, and lessons to meet the individual needs of 17 students.
! Assisted in developing modified report cards based on students’ levels of learning.
! Clarified understanding of using EdPlan to develop and edit Individualized Education
Programs (IEP).
! Attended Clare Professional Development meetings twice a month (Dr. Mike sessions and
Writing Map sessions), IEP meetings when scheduled, Autism Team meetings once a month,
paraprofessional meetings once a month, parent-teacher conferences, Watch Dog Night for
Dads, and Reading Literacy Night.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Students for Autism Volunteering and Education General Member (SAVE)|August 2014-May 2017
! Built and strengthened relationships with community members through volunteering and
advocating for individuals with autism.
! Participated in various activities and social outings in the community on a weekly basis
(bowling, cookie decorating, Discovery Museum Sensory Night, and Autism Speaks Walk).
! Attended social events and raised awareness for Autism around campus (creating puzzle
pieces and designing ribbons for Autism Awareness Month).
Connections that Count|October 2014-May 2015
! Supervised various social activities for students with disabilities from the community (basketball,
swimming, dancing, and craft nights).
! Provided a strong mentorship with individuals with disabilities through weekly conversations
highlighting the strengths of each student.
! Collaborated with local agencies to volunteer and/or donate to the students and families.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Berrien RESA Monthly Professional Development Meetings August 2017-Present
Biweekly Berrien RESA Mentor Meetings August 2017-Present
Introduction to Pivotal Response Treatment Workshop March 2018
Clare Primary School Monthly Professional Development Meetings August-June 2017
Teacher Candidate Conference April 2016 & 2017
Denmark Across Cultural Experience Study Abroad June 2016
CERTIFICATIONS
CPI Certification: May 2017-May 2019
CPR & First Aid Certification: October 2017-October 2019
WORK EXPERIENCE
Berrien Regional Education Service Agency (RESA)
Special Education Teacher|August 2017-Present