1306 West Myrtle
Fort Collins, CO 80521
503-875-6641
[email protected]
Education and Licensure
Master of Arts English Education, Colorado State University expected May 2016
Bachelors of Arts English, Portland State University 2011
License: Colorado English Content Secondary Education expected summer 2016
License Wyoming English Content Secondary Education expected summer 2016
Teaching Experience _____
Student-teaching 9-12th grade Language Arts
Polaris Expeditionary School: School Fort Collins, CO January – May 2016
- Designed project-based learning assessments for courses on media analysis, short stories, and classical humanities
- Developed online learning environment through Google classroom to manage students’ coursework and assignments
- Integrated technology into teaching practice through the use of Smartboard presentations, Google slides, Pairdeck and Zaption
- Managed and instructed all classroom activities
- Assessed students using Common Core State Standards
Field Experience in 11th grade Language
Poudre High: School Fort Collins, CO August – December 2015
- Implemented individual lessons and instructions on reading and writing practices
- Assessed students’ oral presentations using International Baccalaureate standards
Field Experience in 8th grade Language Arts
Lincoln Middle School: School Fort Collins, CO August – December 2014
- Developed and taught lesson about objective and subjective arguments
- Provided writing support on major papers and written assignments
Field Experience in 8th grade Language Arts
Blevins Middle School: School Fort Collins, CO August – December 2013
- Instructed small group activities
- Created reading group to read and analyze short stories
Research ___
Masters Project: Fishing with Experience: Utilizing Outdoor Education in Building Based Schools
- Designed and developed theory-based curriculum
- Conducted narrative inquiry research on school environment
- Analyzed school environments for instructional use
Climate Citizens: Supervisor Dr. Campbell Summer 2015 – Current
- Researched valid climate change articles
- Created climate change website for lay readers
Work Experience ___
Colorado State University Student Athlete Tutor Fall 2015 – Current
- Instructed private and group tutoring sessions
- Identified areas in which students needed specific instruction
- Assisted in the development of student reading, note taking and study skills
Colorado State University Student Athlete Learning Coordinator Fall 2015 – Current
- Created time management plans with students
- Tutored students with individualized homework needs
- Demonstrated effective study habits
City of Fort Collins Recreation: Teen Camps Lead Camp Counselor Summer 2014-Current
- Managed teen camp program for a 12-week program
- Directed daily instructional activities
- Created finalized weekly camp schedules and instructions
Volunteer Activities ___
AVID tutor: Fort Collins High School Fall 2015
Treasurer: National Council for Teachers of English, CSU Branch Fall 2015
SMART tutor: Portland OR Spring 2010
MESD Outdoor School: Camp Counselor 2003-2008
Awards and honors __________
Earned distinction on Masters project “Fishing With Experience”