Harrison Park Elementary - Summer Academy, Portland, OR, June 2010 - July 2010
• Assisted in Reading Recovery program by providing students with a literacy rich environment and committing to the scripted lesson plans provided by the district.
• Developed and executed engaging art, math, and science activities to further students learning during the after school program ran by Impact Northwest.
• Promoted students motivation, participation and active listening skills through the implementation of positive reinforcement and awards.
Capitol Hill Elementary, Portland, OR, January 2010 – May 2010
• Effectively and intentionally implemented various teaching strategies including: cooperative learning, hands-on approaches to learning and interdisciplinary units.
• Developed and taught a themed unit on Tropical Rainforests which integrated science, math, writing, reading, art and the computer/research lab. Formed a lasting impact.
• Used Writer’s Workshop model of instruction to help students develop their writing skills, included craft lessons and graphic organizers to supplement the curriculum.
• Successfully implemented classroom management techniques that included pieces from the theories of Love and Logic and EnVoy, while promoting student achievement and self-confidence.
Llewellyn Elementary, Portland, OR, October 2009 – December 2009
• Creatively and thoughtfully developed a ten-day unit on the Explorers of the Americas, which engaged students and stretched their thinking about the first to discover America.
• Provided students with the opportunity to use creativity and higher-order thinking skills to present their final projects in ways that were nontraditional.
• Assisted cooperating teacher in grading and assessing students using the state standards in all subject areas.
• Organized and led first time small group instruction for students who struggled in reading.
• Assisted in parent-teacher conferences learning to give constructive feedback.
