Training School

Marcy Conrad

P.O. Box ****

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

*******@*****.***

301-***-****

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Elementary Education

May 2013

Towson University, Towson, MD

Cumulative GPA: 3.2

Praxis Test 1 and 2: Completed and Passed

Professional Development

. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

. Organizational skills; experience filing, reviewing and entering data

. Good time management

. Ability to multitask and work with a team

. National Teacher's Association member

. Readster's Elementary Reading Training

. Reading, Math, and Social Studies Common Core Curriculum

Training

. Math and Reading Development Training

. Math Title 1 Development Workshops

. Proctor for MSA Testing

. Analysis of Testing Data in Reading and Math

Field Experience/Student Teaching

Barstow Elementary School, Calvert County, MD

Jan.-May 2013

Student Teaching: Grade 4

. Planned and taught subject areas including mathematics, science, and

social studies

. Integrated literacy into a variety of content areas in order to

develop reading and writing skills and encourage higher order

thinking: Comprehension of nonfiction text through summarizing,

comparing/contrasting, identifying main idea and details, utilizing

text features

. Incorporated the use of technology and visual motivators to engage

students and promote active learning: SmartBoard interactive lessons,

content-related media

. Differentiated instruction in order to meet the needs of every learner

. Attended faculty, grade level, training, and PLC meetings

. Attended parent conferences to discuss progress of students

. Incorporated the use of manipulatives such as fraction bars,

interactive media, 3-D figures and models, graphic organizers, and

number charts in a variety of mathematical content

. Modeled and encouraged the use of invented strategies either in

conjunction with or in place of the standard algorithms of

multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction

. Implemented hands-on activities in reading/language arts, mathematics,

science, and social studies to promote student-centered learning and

participation

. Studied the curriculum in order to plan lessons that meet unit goals

and objectives

. Managed behavior plans and provided necessary accommodations for

students

. Implemented small group, whole-group, and individualized instruction

where and when appropriate

. Reviewed data in order to differentiate instruction and teach

according to student strengths and weaknesses

. Provided individualized instruction to students in need before and

after school

. Participated in and coordinated various after school activities such

as fundraisers and school dances

Barstow Elementary School, Calvert County, MD

Student Teaching Internship Grade 1

. Instructed students in the areas of phonics, reading/language arts,

math, science, and social studies.

. Guided and observed improvement in reading fluency and comprehension

through daily phonics instruction and practice.

. Observed improvement in addition and subtraction fluency tests, after

one-on-one instruction and assistance given based on individual

student needs

. Evaluated student progress through various forms of reading, phonics,

and mathematical testing.

. Collaborated with grade level teachers in order to enhance student

activities

. Developed versatile lessons aligned with county and state standards to

meet the needs of a variety of academic abilities

. Interpreted both Maryland State and Common Core curriculum to meet

standards and objectives in reading/language arts, math, science, and

social studies.

. Designed and administered formal and informal assessments to monitor

student progress

. Provided accommodations to students in align with their individualized

education plans

. Participated in a variety of training and professional development

workshops

. Evaluated literacy books before instruction to ensure the selection of

materials with appropriate readability levels

. Directed leveled reading groups

. Organized appropriate reading and math centers/rotations

. Modeled and aided the used of manipulatives such as mathematical

balances, counters, and clocks

. Utilized technology to enhance learning and motivate: SmartBoard

phonics lessons and review games, online books used for read-alouds

and both shared and guided reading lessons

Additional Teaching Internships and Related Experience

. Retail work experience

. Office, filing, data entry work experience

. Barstow Elementary School, Calvert County, MD

Grade 5 Teaching Field Experience

. Barnhart Elementary School, Charles County, MD

Grade 5 Teaching Field Experience

. Church Lane Elementary School, Baltimore County, MD

Grade 3 Teaching Field Experience

. Coaching Experience: Children Ages 7-14, Basketball and Volleyball

. Tutoring Experience: Children Ages 3-11

. Daycare Experience: Various Individuals and Centers

References

Laurie Haynie

Email: *******@******.***

Director of Towson/CSM Elementary Education Program

Melissa Bronson

Email: ********@**********.***.**.**

Field Experience Mentor Teacher

Gwen Brooks

Email: *******@**********.***.**.**

Field Experience Mentor Teacher

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