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OBJECTIVE

To further integrate technology into my role as school librarian and to serve as a technological resource to  students and staff

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

  • Certificate in Educational Technology Grades K -12 (anticipated May 2013)
  • Certification in Library Media Specialist Grades K – 12
  • Early Childhood Education PreK – 3rd Grade
  • Elementary Education Grades 1 – 6

EDUCATION

Masters of Arts in Educational Technology, K – 12;

Michigan State University, E. Lansing, MI, Anticipated May 2014.

Masters of Library Science, School Media Specialist;

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, May 2008.

Bachelor of Science in Education, Elementary Education;

University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND, August 2005.

Bachelor of Science in Education, Early Childhood Education;

University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND, December 2004.

 Bachelor of Arts in Aeronautics, Aircraft Systems Management;

University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND, May 2000

 Associate in Arts and Sciences, Aircraft Maintenance Technology;

Northland Community and Technical College, Thief River Falls, MN, June 1998

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST – GRADES K to 6:

Prairie Wind Elementary School, Omaha Public Schools; Omaha, NE.  September 2008 – Present

  • Taught Library Skills Lessons to all grades
  • Taught Multiple Literacies and Technology Education for all grades
  • Co-Founded and Operated a successful Drama Club program for 4th, 5th and 6th Grade Students

 

SUBSTITUTE TEACHING – GRADES K to 12:

  • Fargo Public Schools; Fargo, ND.  January 2006 – June 2008
  • Moorhead Public Schools; Moorhead, MN.  March 2005 – June 2008
  • West Fargo Public Schools; West Fargo, ND, Harwood, ND, and Horace, ND January 2005 – May 2007

 

STUDENT TEACHING:

MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBRARY: Carl Ben Eielson Middle School, Fargo, ND, March 2008.

  • Taught lessons to all grades as requested by classroom teachers and cooperating librarian.
  • Performed all tasks concerning the daily operation of the middle school library including book circulation, shelving, and technology instruction as requested.
  • Performed tasks concerning the promotion and advocacy for library media centers through the use of school wide promotions

 

ELEMENTARY LIBRARY: Washington Elementary School, Fargo, ND, February 2008.

  • Taught lessons to all grades as requested by classroom teachers and cooperating librarian.
  • Performed all tasks concerning the daily operation of the elementary school library including book circulation, shelving, and technology instruction as requested.

 

SECOND GRADE:  Winship Elementary School, Grand Forks, ND August – December 2004.

  • Worked with students who needed accommodations for giftedness in math and reading, behavioral issues, and speech issues.
  • Developed and taught in all curriculum areas including Chicago Math (Everyday Mathematics).
  • Taught reading with an emphasis on the phonetic approach.

 

PRESCHOOL AGES 2.5-5:  University Children’s Center, Grand Forks, ND May 2004 – July 2004.

  • Developed and taught pre-literacy activities
  • Developed and taught in all curriculum areas

OTHER EXPERIENCE

DRAMA CLUB DIRECTOR – 4th/5th/6th Grade:

Prairie Wind Elementary School; Omaha, NE, February 2009 – Present

  • Organized and Supervised an after school club for 4th – 6th Grade teaching drama skills, teamwork, and creative problem solving
  • Supervised the production of a theatrical production including set creation, tech integration (such as lighting, sound, videography), and acting
  • Adapted popular literature work and themes for school productions

DOCENT:

Strategic Air and Space Museum; Ashland, NE, June 2010 – Present

  • Conducted guided tours for public and private groups

SCIENCE MUSEUM EDUCATOR – Science Demonstrator/Science on Wheels Intern:

Pacific Science Center; Seattle, WA, February 2001 – June 2002

  • Conducted interactive Science Demonstrations for the general public.
  • Conducted interactive Science Demonstrations for scheduled school groups.
  • Facilitated interactive Science Center exhibits.
  • Interpreted various exhibit stations.
  • Assisted in devising new demonstrations and upgrading existing demonstrations.
  • Acted as an assistant to Science on Wheels Teachers setting up assemblies, exhibit areas, coordinating student and parental assistance, and helping resupply all materials used during the day.

 

Professional References Available Upon Request

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