Substitute Teacher

Lincoln Middle School

5/12/08 – 6/18/08

• I entered this  in a seventh grade language arts classroom position after one days notice. I am taught a unit on poetry, focusing on eight important poetic elements/devices. I designed this unit after deciding that the students would create a book demonstrating their writing, reading, discussing, and searching for meaning in poetry. I set up a website with links to poems, specific examples of the poetic devices, and poetry resources.

 

Teaching Intern

King Middle School

1/08 – 4/08

• I interned in the seventh grade at King Middle through the ETEP program, from January to May. While at King, I designed an online survey that gathered information about the students, including their learning styles, which I used to inform the planning and teaching of my unit. I created a blog page on which the students discussed and responded to the novel Speak. I guided the students through the writing process and asked them to create a five-paragraph essay related to Speak. I also created a WebQuest that was used as part of the kick-off for the expedition on Immigration. The expeditionary  model was a fantastic experience, and the collaboration that I witnessed was laudable. The team approach to teaching and positive atmosphere that I was welcomed into and became a part of, reinforced my belief in the importance of communication and collaboration between teachers, support staff, and the administration. 

 

Teaching Intern

Portland High School

9/07 – 12/07

• I interned at Portland High through the ETEP program, from September to December. During this time, I worked primarily with three senior classes. I designed and implemented a unit that covered Seamus Heany’s A Burial at Thebes. I also designed and taught the first half of a unit on Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front. Additionally, I guided students in drafting and revising college application essays.

 

Manager

Eggspectations Restaurant

6/05 – 9/07

• I was responsible for daily opening and closing duties associated with the restaurant, maintaining customer satisfaction, handling reservations and planning of events. I also provided supervision and performance feedback for the staff. I was responsible for the daily operation of the restaurant including cashing out 9-14 servers and 2-4 bartenders daily.

 

Behavioral Specialist I

Interim Healthcare

11/04 – 9/05

• I worked one on one with a seven-year-old boy with ADHD and learning disabilities. I collaborated with the Behavioral Specialist II to develop and successfully implement a behavior modification treatment plan. I worked closely with the family in their home and individually with the client in the community.

 

Residential Support Worker

Port Resources Inc.

1/02 – 5/02

• I worked with four teens (two boys and two girls) in a group home and social setting with other support staff. In collaboration with the staff, I  reviewed and implemented treatment plans for each client.