MICHELLE ANDERSON

**** ******** ****, ****** ****, MN 55112

763-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Passionate, dedicated educator seeking to obtain a position as a Part-Time Nanny for the Summer of 2011

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills

Pro cient in classroom management and implementing non-verbal techniques

Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative in a professional teaching team

Hands-on experience with current elementary curriculum and instructional practices

Field experience of over 160 hours in K 8th grade and 14 weeks of student teaching

EDUCATION

Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN GPA: 3.888 - Magna Cum Laude

Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education K 6 (May 2011)

Dean s List (Fall 2007 2011)

LICENSURE

Minnesota Teaching License: Elementary Education K 6 May 2011

File Folder Number: 461824

STUDENT TEACHING

Oxbow Creek Elementary, 3rd grade, Champlin, MN January - April 2011

Facilitated cooperative, inquiry learning opportunities throughout interdisciplinary curriculum

Observed and charted anecdotal records showing evidence of authentic student learning

Implemented critical thinking skills while using the Understanding by Design curriculum model

Taught Everyday Mathematics curriculum using manipulatives and hands-on activities

Met with families at parent-teacher conferences to collaborate strategies to improve learning

Attended IEP meetings and collaborated with a team committed to student success

Individualized lessons based on performance based assessments for Talented and Gifted students

FIELD EXPERIENCE

Cedar Riverside Community School, 1st grade Reading/Math, Minneapolis, MN Spring 2010

- Designed and executed a hands-on science unit on magnetism with a rst grade class

- Administered and implemented formative and summative assessments in math and science

Rum River Elementary, K - 5th grade Special Education, Andover, MN Spring 2010

- Engaged with six students with special needs in a Special Education classroom setting

Sand Creek Elementary, K, 2nd, 4th grade, Coon Rapids, MN Spring/Fall 2009

- Provided differentiated instruction incorporating Bloom s Taxonomy

- Prepared and lead guided reading groups tailoring student s DRA levels and needs

Marcy Open, 7th/8th grade Social Studies, Minneapolis, MN Fall 2009

- Engaged in a 20 hour eld experience during a social studies unit on the U.S. Constitution

Anne Sullivan Communication Center, 5th grade, Minneapolis, MN Fall 2008

- Explored and observed a variety of teaching strategies during 20 hours in a 5th grade classroom

ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND SKILLS

ENVoY Training in non-verbal strategies for classroom management

NetTrekker Training in technology to personalize learning and organize educational content

Experienced in American Sign Language

Professional Learning Community Training

Foss Science Training

8350 Eastwood Road, Mounds View, MN 55112 763-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

MICHELLE ANDERSON

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RELATED TEACHING EXPERIENCE

YMCA Summer Power Preschool Assistant Teacher, Lino Lakes, MN Summer 2008

- Co-created and developed a new theme-based summer curriculum program

- Team taught and designed daily interdisciplinary curriculum for the pre-school program

Nanny, St. Anthony, MN August 2010 Present

- Planned weekly educational activities and enjoyed time with a 2 1/2 year old

Nanny, St. Paul, MN November 2009 August 2010

- Provided care for three children ages 5, 2, and 8 months twenty hours a week

- Designed and mentored daily developmentally appropriate learning activities

YMCA Kids Stuff Staff, Lino Lakes, MN April August 2008

- Created and organized activities for children ages 6 weeks to 10 years old

- Managed and supervised a safe play environment practicing con ict resolution

Stage Door of Performing Arts Assistant Dance Teacher, Coon Rapids, MN 2001 2007

- Instructed and encouraged groups of dancers ages 2 18 to strive to achieve their goals

- Communicated with parents and staff regarding children s participation and progress

AWARDS & HONORS

Recognition of Excellence Top 15%: Principles of Learning and Teaching K-6 (July 2010)

Regents Scholarship Recipient (2007 2011)

Debra Montgomery Scholarship (2008 2011)

Americorps Education Grant (2011)

Dancer of the Year (2009 2010)

ELCA College Scholarship (2008 - 2011)

Best Performer of the Year Dance Team (2007 - 2008)

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Dance Team Captain, Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN 2007 2010

- Established the Augsburg Dance team in the Augsburg Athletics Department

- Led and inspired the team to a 4th place National Championship

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Turkeypalooza, Minneapolis, MN November/December 2010

- Coordinated and delegated tasks with a team to collect donations to serve over 500 meals

- Prepared and served food for the Multicultural Dinner for 300 guests

Salvation Army Toy Shop, St. Paul, MN 2008/2010

- Registered and assisted hundreds of families to receive holiday gifts for their families

MEMBERSHIP

National Education Association November 18th 2010 August 31st, 2011

REFERENCES

Gasser, Kori Cooperating Teacher, Oxbow Creek, 612-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

Grugel, Ann Professor, Augsburg College, 612-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

Irvine, Gretchen Advisor, Augsburg College, 612-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

Krueger, Greg Professor, Augsburg College, 612-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

Larson, Amy Previous Nanny Employer, 619-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

Murray, Patrick Retired Principal, Johnsville Elementary, 763-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

Whalen, Jean Student Teaching Supervisor, 763-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

8350 Eastwood Road, Mounds View, MN 55112 763-***-**** abqrg5@r.postjobfree.com

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