Ellen L. Smith
York Haven, PA ***70
acb5fn@r.postjobfree.com
Professional Profile
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“You have a level of
Eager to spark excitement and an interest for learning in the minds of young
expertise that is beyond a
students using a unique combination of educational experience coupled with years
student teacher. In you I
of hands on, personal experience working with both community and my three
saw the desire to teach, not
as just a way to bring home children.
a paycheck, but to
1. Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education with a GPA of 3.96.
really enjoy the choice you
2. Graduated with honors in the Spring of 2012.
made as a career.”
3. Experienced in use of the Internet and educational software.
-Cindy Rex, M.A., Professor,
4. Dedicated to enthusiastic and dynamic teaching as a means of creating and
University of Phoenix
nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge for the students.
Education and Certifications
Bachelor of Science Elementary Education
“I am sure it is possible to University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ. 2012
have a better unit plan, but I
Pursued Bachelor of Arts Psychology
have not seen
many at the same level as
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA. January 1997 May 1998
yours. This was extremely
Pursued Bachelor of Arts Psychology
well-done and sets the
standards for expectations. Pennsylvania State University, Allentown, PA. January 1995 December 1996
Your work is unrivaled-
Pennsylvania PRAXIS Exams All Passed and Completed.
Kudos to you!”
100 Hours of Observation in Pennsylvania School Classrooms Completed.
-Cindy Rex, M.A., Professor,
University of Phoenix
Key Qualifications
•Will be certified in Elementary Ed. (K 6) in Spring 2012.
•Plan and instruct each subject area using wide variety of teaching aids,
motivational and implementation strategies to engage students in active
learning.
•Incorporate learning modality principles into classroom and individual
instruction. Develop and conduct inter grade activities.
•Implement technological approaches to subject material. Research educational
resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.
•Planned, prepared, and executed curriculum based lessons in language
arts, mathematics, science and social studies.
•Utilized a variety of activities during instruction to meet all
learning styles.
•Utilized various classroom management techniques.
•Taught in an inclusive setting.
Computer Skills
1. Software: Microsoft Windows®, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
2. Working knowledge of the Internet
Employment
Professional Development in Education
Teacher, July to Current 2012
1.
Mt. Zion Lutheran Preschool, York. PA
2. Student Teacher, January to March 2012
York Haven Elementary School, York Haven, PA
3. In Home Childcare, September 2006 to 2012
4. In Class Assistant/Aid, September 2008 to present
York Haven Elementary School, York Haven, PA
3. Aetna Health Insurance, Senior Representative in Customer Service, 1999
2004.
Leadership and Volunteer Positions
5. Girl Scout Daisy Troop Leader, Fall 2008 to Spring 2009
Girl Scouts of America, York Haven, PA
6. Junior Achievement Instructor, Winter 2009
York Haven Elementary School, York Haven, PA
7. U5 Soccer Coach, Fall 2011 Spring 2012
Fusion F.C. Soccer Club, Red Land, PA
References
Stephanie McCleary
Director
Mt. Zion Lutheran Preschool
2164 Mt. Zion Road
York, PA 17406
Mr. Raymond March
Principal
York Haven Elementary School
360 Cassel Road
York Haven, PA 17370
Mrs. Tonya Reinert
Kindergarten Teacher
York Haven Elementary School
360 Cassel Road
York Haven, PA 17370
Ms. Jennifer Schick
Government Agent
Washington DC
Mrs. Alison Shearer
First Grade Teacher
York Haven Elementary School
360 Cassel Road
York Haven, PA 17370