Cole Stalter

67-331 Kanalu Street • Waialua, HI 96791 • (309) 253-0131 • cole.stalter.16@tfacorps.org

Certification
English Language Arts High School 9th-12th
Language Arts 6th-8th

Education
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD Graduate: May 2018
Master of Science in Education: Educational Studies GPA: 3.60/4.0
Bradley University, Peoria, IL Graduate: May 2016
Bachelor of Science in English Education GPA: 3.93/4.0
Illinois Central College, East Peoria, IL Graduate: May 2013
Associate in Arts and Science in Secondary Education GPA: 3.25/4.0

Teaching Field Experience

Fulbright Scholar Program English Teaching Assistant, Malaysia January 2020 – November 2020
• Act as a cultural ambassador of the U.S. to Malaysia
• Support local teachers in Malaysia in the teaching of English approximately 25 hours per week
• Promote English enrichment through the creation and implementation of extra-curricular activities 5-10 hours a week
8th Grade English Language Arts/Social Studies Inclusion Teacher, Wheeler Middle School, Wahiawa, HI August 2018 – Present
• Collaborate with a team to plan rigorous curriculum to foster growth of learning in mastery data
• Establish a welcoming and organized classroom for a highly transient military school
• Co-teach with a SPED educator to deliver appropriate and inclusive instruction to SPED students
11/12th Grade English Language Arts Teacher, Ka`u High & Pahala Elementary, Pahala, HI January 2018 - June 2018
• Developed curriculum aligned to SBAC rubrics to foster a 30-40% growth in a semester-long writing course
• Prepared the students to focus on themes of revenge, justice, and peace, while involving Hamlet in an AP Literature course
Middle School Department Head, Ka`u High and Pahala Elementary, Pahala, HI August 2017 – July 2018
• Oversaw middle school operations and communications as the liaison for the school’s leadership team
• Facilitated middle school wide grading reforms to move toward standards-based grading
Head Varsity Soccer Coach, Ka`u High and Pahala Elementary, Pahala, HI October 2016 – February 2018
• Connected with high school students in the sport, the school, and their daily lives
• Encouraged student athletes to find the grit to overcome the demands of the sport and issues surrounding it
7/8th Grade English Language Learner Teacher, Ka`u High & Pahala Elementary, Pahala, HI August 2017 - December 2017
• Created curriculum and lessons to provide optimal learning for NEP and LEP students using GLAD strategies
• Organized student schedules to establish the most appropriate routine for their English language proficiencies
• Conducted WIDA assessments to determine student growth in speaking, listening, writing, and reading
7/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher, Ka`u High & Pahala Elementary, Pahala, HI August 2016 – June 2016
• Differentiated and scaffolded curriculum to teach the students with appropriate material
• Created a culturally relevant learning environment by bringing in cultural elements associated with the students’ identities
• Established diagnostics and formatively assessed students to determine growth throughout the year
12th Grade English Language Arts Student Teacher, Manual Academy, Peoria, IL January 2016 – May 2016
• Interacted with students, faculty, and staff to gain a better understanding of the significantly low-socioeconomic environment
• Incorporated differentiation into the content, process, and product of the lessons to engage all students

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 Cole Stalter
67-331 Kanalu Street • Waialua, HI 96791 • (309) 253-0131 • cole.stalter.16@tfacorps.org

Professional Development
2016-2018 Corps Member Teach for America Hawai`i Corps, Honolulu, HI
• Participated in a variety of events focused on sociocultural awareness and specific Hawaiian culture development
• Engaged in a substantial level of reflection and development experiences to create a stronger sense of identity
2017-2018 Corps Member Teach for America Leadership Pathway, Honolulu, HI
• Problem solved through analysis of real issues/goals related adult facilitation and leadership in Hawaii schools
• Received quarterly coaching to discuss and progress through a mid-level administrative position
Presenter Illinois Association of Teachers of English conference, Naperville, IL
• Compiled concepts from Notice & Note: Strategies for Close Reading and Reading in the Dark: Using Film as a Tool in the
English Classroom to present “Viewing Posts: Making Film an Essential Part of a Classroom”
• Published an article upon request over the content of the presentation to be included in the IATE newsletter

Leadership Experience
Youth and Government Club Advisor Ka`u High and Pahala Elementary, Pahala, HI
• Advised students on management and structure to create a productive, working club
• Supported students on legislative research, writing, and presentation for the annual YMCA YAG conference
• Coordinated fundraising opportunities to build funds for club operations
President Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, Peoria, IL
• Acted as the primary liaison between the fraternity and Bradley University to promote a working relationship
• Chaired weekly meetings for consistent and clear communication throughout the organization
• Restored and renewed a low performing 75-man chapter into being a top 20% nationally ranked chapter
• Promoted from Member Educator to House Manager to President
Board of Directors Dunlap High School Alumni Board, Dunlap, IL
• Attended meetings to communicate and carry out events and services to promote alumni unity

Job Experience
Student Aide Team Leader Bradley University Orientation Office, Peoria, IL
• Collaborated with 9 team members to prepare 12 freshman orientation sessions for 940 students to attend over the summer
• Oriented the incoming freshman class to Bradley University on an academic, social, mental, and emotional level to adequately
prepare them for their transition into college
• Conversed with parents on an individual, small group, and whole group level to address questions and concerns
Student Admissions Representative Bradley University Undergraduate Admissions Office, Peoria, IL
• Promoted and marketed Bradley University to prospective students by sharing undergraduate experiences through effective
phone and face-to-face communication
Administrative Intern 18th Congressional District, Peoria, IL
• Responded to constituent concerns via telephone, face-to-face, and written communication
• Gathered current events related to local news and public opinions to present to the Congressperson
• Researched solutions to address specific issues within the community
Server Bernardi’s Pub and Italian Eatery, Peoria, IL
• Satisfied the expectations of the customers by delivering quality service and developing personal relationships for 9 years
• Regulated the front of the restaurant through the continuous organization of necessary materials

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