My Experience
Objective
I am seeking a teaching position to teach science in a Title 1 School in the Austin or San Antonio area. I am seeking a place where I can implement my skills to learn more about classroom experiences and build relationships with the students, staff, and the community.
Education
The University of Texas at Austin -- Bachelor of Science & Arts, Biology May 2024
GPA: 3.1
Minor: Educational Psychology
UTeach Natural Sciences 7-12 Composite Sciences Teaching Certificate
Field Experience
Cedars International Academy, Austin, TX
September 2023 - November 2023
Implemented the PBL pedagogical strategy in a classroom that would be engaging for both students and teachers
Taught a 3-day PBL lesson on Newton's 3 Laws of Motion
Built personal yet professional relationships with students that allowed for effective support and guidance
Crockett High School, Austin, TX
February 2022 - April 2022
Explored the interactions between teachers, students, and content in a secondary STEM classroom
Examined strategies for probing questions and facilitating discussions in a classroom
Taught a 2-day lesson and lab on soil forensics that allowed for the engagement of both students and teachers
O'Henry Middle School, Austin, TX
January 2021 - April 2021
Explored online STEM education with the development of lesson plans, rubrics, demonstrations, and various remote resources in a middle school setting
Practiced the assessment of students using formative and summative assessments
Engaged and taught students in a remote classroom and maintained a welcoming, engaging, and professional environment for both remote learners and in-person learners
Brentwood Elementary School, Austin, TX
September 2020 - November 2020
Explored STEM teaching and became familiar with lesson development in an elementary school setting by writing, teaching, and observing lessons
Practiced inquiry-based lesson design skills while deepening content knowledge
Interacted and displayed professionalism with students with care and kindness while being present in their virtual classroom
Work Experience
Travis Early College High School, Austin, TX
Student Intern
April 2021 - December 2023
Assisted the Science department in making copies, preparing lab stations, organizing closets, and helping support students with both in-class and asynchronous work.
Prepped accommodations, helped find online resources, and prepared and updated existing digital resources
Assisted with synchronous classes, implemented the 5E teaching style, and helped assist the teacher with monitoring the class
Interacted with students of different backgrounds (ethnic, social, economic) and needs (SPED, On-Level, Advanced) while providing kind, caring mannerisms to both encourage and support the students