Michelle Gresty
*** ******** ****** ***** ****, IL 61111
**********@*******.*** 779-***-****
Objective
To obtain an elementary teaching position with the request to organize and advise extra-
curricular activities.
Qualifications
Dedicated, resourceful, and goal oriented educator with a commitment to the academic,
social, mental growth and development of each student.
Flexible on learning schedules to ensure that every student’s learning style and abilities
are addressed.
Talented individual with the ability to develop inspiring hands-on lessons that will capture a
child’s attention and imagination making learning and information retention easier.
Dedicated to creating a stable learning environment and inspiring students to do their best.
Areas of Teaching Proficiency Include the Following:
Technology Integration
Individualized and Creative Lesson Plans
Parent-Teacher Communication
Education
Rockford College
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
May 2012
Dean’s List
Rock Valley College
Associates of Arts Degree
Graduated December 2009
Dean’s List
Student Teaching Spring 2012
Beyer Elementary, Rockford IL
Fourth Grade
Organized, facilitated, and assisted students in daily learning activities.
Created grade level activities to meet the needs of all levels of students.
Graded and recorded tests, quizzes, and homework.
Attended and participated in weekly grade team and data team meetings.
Attended and participated in weekly IEP meetings.
Michelle Gresty
812 Sheridan Avenue Loves Park, IL 61111
**********@*******.*** 779-***-****
Field Experience
Summerdale Elementary School, Rockford IL
Fifth Grade
Organized, facilitated, and assisted students in daily learning activities.
Created grade level activities to meet the needs of all levels of students.
Attended and participated in weekly grade team and data team meetings.
Ralston Elementary School, Machesney Park IL
Third Grade
Organized, facilitated, and assisted students in daily learning activities.
Created grade level activities to meet the needs of all levels of students.
Graded and recorded tests, quizzes, and homework.
Attended and participated in weekly grade team and data team meetings.
Professional Experience
Regional Learning Academy Alternative School
Math Teacher 6th grade-12th grade (January 2013-present) LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE
Organize, facilitate, and assist students in daily math activities.
Create grade level lesson plans and activities to meet the needs of all levels of
student learning
Communicate daily and weekly with parents, students, fellow teachers, and
principals about students progress.
Mentor “at risk” students.
Make all material relatable to real world situations.
Concordia Lutheran School
Preschool Head Classroom Teacher (June 2012-present)
Take care of children ranging in age from 3 years to 5 years old.
Organized, facilitated, and assisted students in daily learning activities.
Created grade level activities to meet the needs of all levels of students.
Attended and participated in weekly grade team and data team meetings.
Provide a safe and fun environment for students while parents are at work.
Communicate daily with parents regarding child.
Plan and implement learning/play time and activities into the daily routine.
Harlem Community Center
Day Camp Coordinator (2004-present)
Take care of children ranging in age from 5 years to 12 years old.
Plan fun and educational field trips 3 – 4 times a week for campers.
Provide a safe and fun environment for campers while parents are at work.
Communicate daily with parents regarding child.
Plan and implement learning time and activities into the daily routine.
Carlson Boys & Girls Club
Basketball Coach (2006 – 2008)
Watch over players.
Teach players basic skills needed to compete in games.
Demonstrate importance of team work.
Michelle Gresty
812 Sheridan Avenue Loves Park, IL 61111
**********@*******.*** 779-***-****
References
Tom Yoe
Harlem Community Center Program Director
Supervisor for 10 years
Kelly Heinrich
Fellow Preschool Teacher
Rachael Clark
Character Reference