Assistant Sales

Sally Smith *******@******.***

College of Saint Benedict, Box 101, St. Joseph, MN 56374 C: 320-***-****

**** ******** ******, **. *****, MN 56301

Objective: To obtain an elementary teaching position.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts May 2013

College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph, MN

Major: Elementary Education

GPA: 3.84 (4.0)

Honors: Dean s List, Presidential Scholarship, Magna Cum Laude

Teaching Experience:

Teacher Intern Spring 2013

Saint Joseph Laboratory School, St. Joseph, MN

Facilitated student learning in second-grade classroom of twenty-two students. Integrated

social studies unit objectives through crafting a set of take-home kits related to student

genealogy. Designed a two-week writing workshop based on state standards and

elements of composition. Worked with ability-leveled groups in language arts using

strategies to increase phonemic awareness, word recognition, and reading fluency.

Enhanced classroom management strategies. Participated in academic and extracurricular

activities including parent-teacher conferences, All-School Mass, and Reconciliation

preparation.

Teacher Intern Spring 2013

Talahi Elementary, St. Cloud, MN

Fostered student learning for thirty-one fifth-grade students from diverse economic and

racial backgrounds. Developed a three-week poetry unit, culminating in a class poetry

slam. Constructed an interactive bulletin board relating to the study of poetic devices.

Researched and introduced information about the eleven body systems using hands-on

activities and experiences. Participated in Parent/Teacher conferences and attended

grade-level, faculty, staffing, and Student Assistant team meetings.

Practicum Teacher September 2010-Fall 2012

Various Classrooms, Grades K-8 in St. Cloud, MN Area

Interviewed and observed a variety of teachers to further develop a preferred teaching

style and philosophy. Created lesson plans and taught various subjects to students.

Volunteer Fall 2011

Kidstop, Boys & Girls Club, St. Cloud, MN

Planned, implemented and supervised recreational activities for children grades K-6.

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Playground Supervisor Summers 2010-2012

Cedar Park Elementary, Apple Valley, MN

Implemented and supervised daily activities and special events for over 40 children

grades K-5. Guided discussions on appropriate and respectful behavior and playground

safety. Developed discipline procedures and promoted parental involvement in a

playground theater production. Communicated with parents regarding issues/concerns.

Sixth Grade Religion Teacher August 2010-May 2011

Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church, Rockville, MN

Organized and implemented activities and lessons. Facilitated discussions on moral

values. Developed classroom management procedures.

Tutor January-May 2010

Mississippi Heights Elementary School, Sauk Rapids, MN

Taught and assessed first-grade students individually and in small groups with reading

and math skills. Recorded and analyzed results of student testing progress.

Teaching Assistant October-December 2009

Madison Elementary School First Grade Classroom, St. Cloud, MN

Led small group reading and writing activities in a second grade classroom. Worked with

students one-on-one with their school work and performed assessments on their ability

levels.

Technology Skills:

SMART Board, ActiveBoard, Microsoft Office Suite, Windows Movie Maker, Apple

iMovie, and PBWorks Wiki (http://sallysmith.pbworks.com)

Additional Work Experience:

Information Desk Attendant Fall 2009-December 2012

College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph, MN

Sales Associate Summers 2010-2011

Macy s, Apple Valley, MN

Server/Hostess September-December 2009

Kay s Kitchen, St. Joseph, MN

Activities and Interests:

Education Club, Campus Ministry, Sports (softball, soccer intramurals, rugby, running),

reading, knitting, and music

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