BRITTANY PETERSON

CONTACT

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e 11, Portland, OR 97239

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Willing to relocate where I am

needed.

Motivated Preschool Teacher

with seven-year background

guiding and supervising

students. Skilled at effectively

managing student behavior and

classroom activities.

Competent in classroom

technology integration.

Will offer a unique perspective

through an under-utilized lens

as an Indigenous Member of

the US.

Hard-working and

compassionate for equal rights

and inclusive environments for

all.

Worked with Americorps in the

classroom using their

student-led curriculum

program.

SKILLS

Creative thinking

Experienced with integrating

EXPERIENCE

PRESCHOOL TEACHER Oct 2015 Current

St. Clare Preschool, Portland, OR

Cultivating the growth of two and three year-olds in a school setting, preparing my students for primary school by using an inclusive curriculum I have developed. Documenting each child's advancement throughout the year and presenting benchmarks in parent-teacher conferences, as well as answering and guiding parents through any concerns or questions. Observed and redirected behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.

MIDDLE SCHOOL ART TEACHER Oct 2013 Jul 2014

Patrick Marsh Middle School, Sun Prairie, WI

Developed curriculum based on Wisconsin Arts Standards and taught five art classes. Headed an Art Club with weekly visiting artists and events. Worked with other teachers to offer multicultural opportunities for students to learn about the art in different areas of the world and travel to some of the places we learned about. Held parent-teacher conferences. Developed individual plans for students with behavior specialists to achieve success in my class and assisted in their success in other classes as well. Offered a safe space for LGBTQ+ students during lunch period where they didn't feel comfortable in the cafeteria. Prepared reports and grades for all students and corresponded that information to their guardians.

ARTS COORDINATOR Jul 2010 Feb 2014

Boys and Girls Club, Fitchburg, WI

Led an after-school program for kids in various marginalized populations where I assisted them with schoolwork and offered arts enrichment programs. Collaborated with two other artists on the

“Dream Rocket” art installation where we wrapped an actual rocket in quilt pieces made around the world with each child's dream for the future. Led an arts program where we visited the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art and discussed the exhibit currently on display, then made a relevant art piece in the children's gallery. Coached a teen volleyball group for Madison Sterlings in a collaboration with a Madison Police Officer.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ART EDUCATION May 2010

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI

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technology in the classroom

Offering an inviting

environment for students

and co-workers, have been

told that people with

extreme anxiety can flourish

and feel comfortable around

me

Extremely enthusiastic about

my students achievements

Member of the Ho-Chunk

Nation in WI, staying

involved in all current events

in my tribe and all across

Indian Country.

Activist for Social Justice

and MMIW

Facilitated the

implementation of the Seal

of Approval with Welcoming

Schools at Shorewood Hills

Elementary School in WI.

GPA 3.8

Minor in Minority Studies.

Additional certificate in Inclusivity

Dean's List Honoree, 3 semesters.

MASSAGE THERAPY Aug 2005

TIBIA Massage School, Madison, WI

Transformational Bodywork in Action, learned how to use energy work tied in with massage therapy.

Worked as a massage therapist for 4 ACT Rides, raising funds for the AIDS Network of WI offering services for HIV+ and patients with AIDS.

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