Mrs. Dannielle M. Black
*******@********.***
Present Address
Dowagiac, MI 49047
Objective
I wish to obtain a K-5 early elementary teaching position in a public
school where I can develop a positive learning community. I would like to
create a classroom where all children are treated fairly while encouraging
independent thinking, learning, and growing.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Education, April 2009 G.P.A
3.71
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Major: Elementary Group Minors
Minors: Language Arts/Social Studies, Early Childhood Education
Michigan Provisional Certificate
K-5 all subjects; K-8 all subjects (self-contained classroom); Grades 5-8
Language Arts or Social Studies classrooms; Early Childhood Specialist (ZA
endorsement)
Associate in the Arts G.P.A.
3.65
Southwestern Michigan College
Major: Elementary Education
Minor: Creative Arts
Experience
Watervliet South School, Watervliet Public Schools, Watervliet, MI
Intern Teacher, Second Grade, October-February 2009
I developed, taught and assessed self-developed lessons in all content
areas to 21 second grade students.
. Language Arts-Scott Foresman: Reading Street
. Math-Everyday Math: University of Chicago/Mastering Math Facts: Otter
Creek Institute
. Science-Battle Creek Science Kits
. Spelling-Mastering Alphabetic Spelling: Otter Creek Institute
. Social Studies-Pearson: Scott Foresman
. CHAMPS-A Proactive and Positive Approach to Classroom Management
St. John's Lutheran School, Private Parochial School, Dowagiac, MI
Intern Teacher, Kindergarten, January-April 2008
I developed and taught age appropriate lessons that adhered to the Michigan
GLCE's for kindergarten students. I assisted in classroom management of 12
kindergarten students.
. Language Arts-Zoo Phonics: Wiz Kids LLC.
. Math-Everyday Math: University of Chicago
St. John's Lutheran School, Private Parochial School, Dowagiac, MI
Pre-Intern Teacher, Pre-School, January-April 2008
I observed and became familiar with the responsibilities and education of
17 pre-school students.
. Language Arts-Zoo Phonics: Wiz Kids LLC.
Related Experience
Professional Educational Services Group
Substitute Teacher, January 2007-Present Day
-Cass County School Districts
-Berrien County School Districts
-Van Buren County School Districts
Additional certifications
Infant, Child, and Adult CPR, August 2009
First Aid, August 2009
Honors and Activities
The National Scholars Honor Society, May 2009
Western Michigan University Deans List, 2006-present day
Southwestern Michigan College Deans List, 2004-2006
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Publisher; Visio
Trained in Internet Explorer; Dream Weaver; Inspiration/Kidspiration; Kid
Pix
Hobbies and Interests
Involvement in School Improvement Committees
Volunteer Work
Classroom Assistant, Sister Lakes Elementary, Dowagiac, MI
HRI Family Shelter, Kalamazoo, MI