educator
Resume:
MICHELLE KHUU
*** ***** ***** **, ***** Springs, CO 80452
720-***-**** ************.********@*****.***
SKILLS
● Various experiences with different age
groups in academic settings
● Speaking multiple languages
● Psychology major in college
● Sales-associate experience interacting
with customers
● Positivity
● Experience and well-roundedness
● Great listening skills
● Willingness to learn
● Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
certified
● Cashier experience
WORK HISTORY
07/01/2024 to
12/20/2024
5th Grade Teacher
Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen at Jeffco Public Schools - Ann Hudson - 2959 Royale Elk Way, Evergreen, CO 80439
Key Responsibilities:
● Plan and deliver effective, age-appropriate lessons in core subjects
● Create a supportive, student-centered classroom environment
● Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and support
● Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student development
● Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the curriculum and school community
● Implement classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning atmosphere
● Support students’ social-emotional growth and development 07/28/2023 to
05/23/2024
3rd Grade Teacher
Crawford Elementary School at Aurora Public Schools - Aubri Dunkin - 1600 Florence St, Aurora, CO 80010
Responsibilities:
1. **Lesson Planning**: Designing and implementing daily lesson plans in accordance with the curriculum standards and educational objectives. 1
2. **Teaching**: Delivering engaging instruction in various subjects such as mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, and sometimes additional subjects like art or physical education. 3. **Differentiation**: Adapting instruction to meet the diverse learning needs and styles of students in the classroom, including those with special needs or English language learners.
4. **Assessment**: Administering assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding, including both formal assessments like quizzes and tests, as well as informal assessments through observation and classwork.
5. **Grading**: Evaluating student work and assigning grades, providing feedback to students and parents on academic performance and areas for improvement.
6. **Classroom Management**: Establishing and enforcing classroom rules and routines to create a positive and productive learning environment.
7. **Parent Communication**: Maintaining regular communication with parents or guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and any concerns or issues that arise.
8. **Collaboration**: Working collaboratively with other teachers, support staff, and administrators to coordinate instruction, share resources, and address student needs.
9. **Professional Development**: Participating in ongoing professional development activities to stay current with best practices in education and improve teaching skills.
10. **Curriculum Development**: Contributing to the development or revision of curriculum materials, resources, and assessments to align with standards and meet the needs of students.
11. **Supporting Student Well-being**: Providing emotional support and guidance to students, fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and respected. 12. **Extra-Curricular Activities**: Participating in or facilitating extra-curricular activities, such as clubs, field trips, or community service projects, to enrich students' educational experiences. 13. **Record Keeping**: Maintaining accurate records of attendance, grades, and other relevant student information, as required by school and district policies.
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14. **Professional Responsibilities**: Fulfilling administrative duties such as attending staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development sessions, as well as adhering to school and district policies and procedures.
10/04/2022 to
07/28/2023
3rd Grade Teacher
Schmitt Elementary School at Denver Public Schools - Jennifer Nelson - 1820 South Vallejo Street, Denver, CO 80223
Responsibilities:
- Help all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
- Monitor, supervise, coordinate and enforce rule of conduct and behavior for assigned students, and reinforce positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Prepare educational course outlines, objectives and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
- Present subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
05/2022-09/2022
Airbnb Housecleaner
Bryan - Evergreen, CO
Responsibilities: ensuring that properties are pristine and welcoming for guests, providing exceptional cleanliness and attention to detail to create a positive guest experience
Key Responsibilities:
● General Cleaning: Clean all areas of the property, including bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, kitchens, and common spaces, ensuring they are spotless for incoming guests.
● Bed Linen and Towels: Change and wash bed linens and towels, ensuring that they are fresh and neatly arranged.
● Restocking Supplies: Ensure that essential supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, toiletries, cleaning products) are stocked and 3
05/2022-09/2022
replenished as needed.
● Disinfecting Surfaces: Disinfect high-touch areas, such as door handles, light switches, remote controls, and faucets.
● Trash Removal: Collect and dispose of all trash and recycling, ensuring the property is free of any clutter.
● Inventory Checks: Confirm that items in the property, such as kitchen utensils, plates, and furniture, are in good condition and replace missing or damaged items as necessary.
● Special Requests: Address any specific cleaning or maintenance requests from property owners or managers (e.g., deep cleaning tasks, handling items left by guests).
● Ensure Safety: Follow all safety protocols and cleaning procedures to ensure both your safety and that of the guests.
● Report Issues: Inform property managers of any damages, needed repairs, or maintenance concerns.
Sales Associate
Sit N’ Chill Ice Cream - Alison Ponsetti - Idaho Springs, CO Responsibilities: providing excellent customer service while serving delicious ice cream and creating a fun, inviting atmosphere for customers Key Responsibilities:
● Customer Service: Greet customers with a friendly and positive attitude, take orders, and assist with any questions or special requests.
● Ice Cream Preparation: Scoop, serve, and prepare a variety of ice cream flavors, sundaes, cones, shakes, and other desserts according to company standards.
● Cash Handling: Accurately process transactions using the cash register or point-of-sale system, including handling cash, credit cards, and mobile payments.
● Maintaining Cleanliness: Ensure the store is clean and well-maintained by regularly wiping down counters, sweeping, mopping, and washing dishes.
● Stocking and Inventory: Help with restocking ice cream supplies, toppings, cones, cups, and utensils, and assist in maintaining inventory.
● Food Safety Compliance: Follow all food safety regulations and cleanliness protocols to ensure the quality and safety of the products served.
● Customer Interaction: Create a fun, welcoming environment by engaging with customers, making suggestions, and ensuring they have a positive experience.
● Team Collaboration: Work together with team members to 4
11/2021 to 05/2022
ensure smooth operation, especially during busy times.
● Handling Fudge Orders: Prepare and package fudge as needed. Site Specialist
Playworks at Aurora Public Schools - Stacy Grubbs - Aurora, CO Responsibilities: bring healthy play and physical activity to two elementary schools to create a positive environment for learning and teaching; partner with two schools to run Playworks' physical activity programs focused on teaching and organizing safe and inclusive games during the school day; teach conflict resolution strategies, inspire all children to get off the sidelines and into the game and work to generate more community and family involvement.
02/2019 to 05/2019
11/2018 to Present
08/2018 to 12/2018
Sales Associate
Banana Republic Factory Store - Peggy – Lakewood, CO Responsibilities: Tended to customers’ needs, attended the cash register and checked customers out, cleaned up the store, cleaned out fitting rooms, greeted customers, informed customers about sales, promotions, and the store’s credit card, completed online orders for customers Japanese Tutor
Self-Employed
I currently tutor three different students (ages 13-17) online over Skype or Zoom each week.
Responsibilities: Reach out to parents, market service, write lesson plans, research learning material, prepare PowerPoint presentations, engage with students during online lesson (lecture, quiz, assignments/practice problems, videos), interact with parents in order to schedule lessons Preschool Teacher
Sunrise Early Learning Center - Melissa Yurk – Boulder, CO Main responsibilities: Ensured children's safety and well-being, prepared them for kindergarten by helping them further vocabulary, social skills, motor coordination, and creativity through play and other activities. Other responsibilities: Cleaned up after children, cleaned classroom/lunch room, nap room, cubby room, and restrooms, prepared snacks and art projects.
07/2017 to Present
Nanny
Self-Employed – Wheat Ridge, CO
I have been and am still currently a nanny for a 7 year-old boy. I’ve been 5
06/2017 to 08/2017
his nanny since he was 2.5 years old.
Responsibilities: prepare meals, clean home, engage with child (play games, read books, learn, etc.)
Summer Tutor
Self-Employed – Erie, CO
I was a summer tutor for a family of two children (one 10-year-old boy and one 8-year-old girl).
Responsibilities: assisted children with homework and implemented fun learning opportunities for them
12/2014 to 03/2018 Student Accountant Assistant
CU Bookstore - Kim R. Gotchal – Boulder, CO
Responsibilities: handled paperwork and money: scanned and filed invoices, confirmed amounts, verified documents, entered phone numbers and other data into the computer system, alphabetized rental agreements, and went through a lot of organization and discarding tasks as well.
12/2014 to 02/2015 Cashier
CU Bookstore - Joe Allen – Boulder, CO
Key Responsibilities:
● Greet customers and assist with product selections
● Process transactions quickly and accurately using the POS system
● Handle cash, credit, and debit payments
● Issue receipts and manage returns or exchanges
● Maintain cleanliness and organization of the checkout area
● Assist with restocking shelves and inventory management
● Provide general customer support and answer product-related questions
09/2011 to 08/2014 Instructor
Kumon Math And Reading Center Of Aurora - Yumiko Asano – Aurora, CO Math: worked with children ages 7-18, graded their homework and classwork, taught them new mathematical concepts, helped them practice and further their mathematical skills.
Junior Kumon: worked with children ages 5-6, graded their homework 6
and classwork, taught them how to read, write, spell, and count, and helped them further their reading, writing, spelling, and math skills. OTHER RELATED EXPERIENCE
SPRING 2020 After-School Tutor/Mentor
Boulder High School - Boulder, CO
SPRING 2017 AVID Educator
Angevine Middle School - Lafayette, CO
EDUCATION
2014 - 2020 Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
University Of Colorado At Boulder - Boulder, CO
2010 - 2014 High School Diploma
Cherry Creek High School - Greenwood Village, CO
REFERENCES
Benjamin Davidson
Current Japanese Student
***********************@*****.***
Father’s Name: Jim Davidson
Father’s Phone Number: 720-***-****
Father’s Email Address: ********************@*****.*** Kenneth Daines
Former Japanese Student
Mother’s Email Address: ***************@*****.***
Peggy
Manager
Banana Republic Factory Store
14500 W Colfax Ave Space 219, Lakewood, CO 80401
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She was the manager at Banana Republic Factory store in Colorado Mills where I worked as a sales associate.
Joan Shearer
Grandparent of Current Student
************@*****.***
She is the grandmother of one of the students I tutor Japanese to. Sara Ruiz-Parr
Parent of Former Student
She is the mother of one of my former students to whom I used to tutor Japanese. Angie Marler
Parent of Current Student
She is the mother of one of the students I tutor Japanese to. Melissa Yurk & Nick Yurk
Owners & Directors
Sunrise Early Learning Center
4215 Grinnell Ave, Boulder, CO 80305
**************@*****.***
They are the owners and directors of Sunrise Early Learning Center where I taught as a preschool teacher.
Tim Gargiulo
***********@******.***
He is the father of the child I have been and continue to be a nanny to since July 2017. Kim R. Gotschall
Supervisor
CU Book Store
1669 Euclid Ave, Boulder, CO 80309
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***.*********@********.***
She was my supervisor at my part-time job as a student accountant assistant at the CU Bookstore. Yumiko Asano
Director & Owner
Kumon
17030 East Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO 80015
***********@******.***
She is the director and owner of the Kumon center I worked at where I tutored children. Skills:
TBD
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Please explain how your past personal and professional experience make you a quality candidate for the position(s) for which you are applying. I have worked with younger and older children in a variety of academic settings since the age of 14.
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I passed the three PRAXIS exams (science, mathematics, and social studies), will be taking my reading PRAXIS by the end of the 2022-2023 school year, am currently enrolled in a 2-year Alternative Licensure program at Metropolitan State University (am finishing my first year), and am holding an Alternative Teaching License through the CDE. 10
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