Mathematics Teacher

Michelle Roggenkamp

818-***-**** • *************@*****.***

To Whom It May Concern,

I am an experienced education professional with a diverse background in teaching and education. I am committed and passionate about instilling creativity and confidence in my students and I would welcome a chance to share my experience with your school.

I have my Bachelors in Mathematics and have spent over ten years working with children in multiple environments. Throughout my career I have worked teaching diverse groups of students with a wide range of personalized needs. For over four years I taught inner-city at risk minority students and developed state aligned mathematics lesson which tailored to the diversity and skill set of each class. For two years in Compton, California I worked with students for whom English is a second language, and also taught a special needs class there as well. Through these experiences I became skilled at accommodating the difference of abilities among my students. I learned to tailor activities to maintain the interest of high-level students without intimidating less skilled students. This has been an invaluable skill in my work as a Mathematics Specialist. I have worked with multiple grade levels and through this experience I gained the skills to effectively aide students in their educational advancement while supporting classroom curriculum. My priority has always been increasing the confidence and comfort of each child while ensuring academic success. My ability to be a mentor/educator for the children I work with has allowed me professional and personal gratification. I have the skills and enthusiasm to be a valuable resource.

Working with children has always been my passion, even outside of the classroom. Ever since I started college I have been a math tutor. I have tutored students from elementary to college level courses. I have worked for many tutoring companies where parental interaction was required to let parents know the progress their children were making. I believe parental and community support can be an invaluable resource. I am dedicated to creating an environment for my students that encourages confidence and academic success and I know I can bring a lot of support and encouragement to the children I work with.

I’m enthusiastic about working with students and through education I have found a rewarding career that allows me to encourage students to while providing educational support. I am confident I would make a positive impact to your school and I would appreciate the opportunity to interview with you.

Best regards,

Michelle Roggenkamp

Michelle Roggenkamp

Telephone: 818-***-****

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

Education

Western Governors University

Completed 6 graduate credits toward my

Masters in Teaching Mathematics, Projected graduation date: March 2017

California State University Channel Islands, Camarillo, California

Bachelors of Science in Mathematics, May 2007

Emphasis in Actuarial Sciences

Employment

Project SEED, Compton, California, Indianapolis, Indiana and Detroit, Michigan

Mathematics Specialist, June 2009 - January 2013

Taught advanced algebra classes to students in grades 2 through 8 using the discovery and Socratic Method.

Planned fun and interactive lessons to help students enjoy learning math.

Developed math curriculum for grades 2 through 8 that directly aligned with the common core state standards.

Trained teachers on effective student involvement and focus techniques.

Met and collaborated with teachers regarding student progress and goals.

Worked with minority and special needs students.

Used Windows and Excel to input and analyze pre and post test data.

Mathematics with Michelle

Mathematics Tutor, December 2004 - Present

Provide one-on-one tutoring sessions with students ranging from grades 2 through college level.

Help students gain interest and confidence in math by promoting critical thinking and problem solving strategies.

Help students improve in math and strategize for the future.

Tutor Doctor, Carmel, Indiana

Mathematics Tutor, November 2012 - March 2014

Provided in home tutoring for students ranging from elementary to college level courses including elementary math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, College Algebra, College Calculus, ACT, SAT, and GRE.

Communicated with teachers and parents to develop a comprehensive study plan.

YMCA, Thousand Oaks, California

Camp Counselor, summers of 1999 - 2004

Coordinated schedules with program directors, counselors, parents and office staff.

Supervised large groups of children ages 6 to 13.

Designed and led age appropriate crafts and activities for campers.

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