Myrandah's Resume
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
To obtain an Elementary Teaching position, Pre-Kindergarten through fourth grade.
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EDUCATION
Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Early Elementary Education, Expected Graduation, December 2017
Minor in Reading, Expected Graduation, December 2017
Point Park University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science in Sport, Arts, and Entertainment Management, May 2013
Minor in Public Relations, May 2013
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCES
School Placements:
Franklin Learning Center
Nancy Grayson Elementary
Lincoln Elementary School
Gettysburg Growing Place
Grace B. Luhrs Elementary School
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SIGNIFICANT COURSEWORK
-Fundamentals of Math
-The Early Childhood Profession
-The Developing Child I: Physical, Motor, Health & Well-being
-The Developing Child II: Cognitive & Language Development
-Introduction to Exceptionalities: Understanding Diverse Learners
-Early Literacy & Literature for Children & Families: Birth-5 years
-Building Family & Community Partnerships
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RELATED TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Ready, Set, Go! (May 2015)
Helped students and families transition between locations, assisted in the infant/toddler room
Extended School Year Program (July 2015)
Assisted in a classroom with students who require additional support
Smooth Sailing (August 2015)
Organized lesson plans for several groups of students ages 4 and 5, Independently managed several groups consisting of approximately 10 students
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12 (March 2016-Present)
Guest Teacher:
I work as a substitute teacher in several school districts with students Pre-Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade.
Nancy Grayson Elementary School, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania (August 2014-February 2016)
Classroom Assistant:
Work in small groups with students as well as one-on-one, create activities based on student needs, and use data to drive instruction.
Jack and Jill, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania (May 2015-Present)
Assistant General Supervisor:
Monitored children ages infant to 12, supervised planned learning activities
Rue 21, Hanover, Pennsylvania (July 2013-March 2014)
Assistant Manager:
Responsible for driving store sales, visual displays, floor sets, merchandising, minimizing shrinkage, executing markdowns, weekly conference calls, handling cash, and opening and closing the store
Point Park University Children’s School, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (September 2009-September 2010)
Classroom Assistant:
Worked with children ages infant to five, assisted teachers with learning activities, events, and reading
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
-Attended a school board meeting for the Shippensburg Area School District
-Administered several Running Records successfully
-Attended Faculty Team Meetings
-Attended Kindergarten Grade Level Meetings
-Learned how to successfully manipulate a Smart board
-Pennsylvania Department of Education Online Training
-Test Administrator
-Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN)
-The Paraprofessional’s Role in Supporting Students in Reading for Meaning
-Professional Development Resources for Special Education Paraprofessionals
-Pennsylvania’s System for Assessment and Accountability
-Using Technology to Support Reading and Writing
-CPARC online Training
-Educational Considerations for Students with Down Syndrome
-High Impact Strategies
-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse: Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania
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LEADERSHIP/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
-Family Literacy Night, Nancy Grayson Elementary School (March 2016)
-Family Food Night Volunteer, Scotland Elementary School (February 2016)
-Cheer Advisor, Shippensburg Area Youth Athletics (2014-2015)
-President and Co-founder, Point Park University Fashion Club (2012-2013)
-Captain and Co-founder, Point Park University Cheerleading Squad (2009-2013)
-Member, Point Park University Campus Activities Board (2011-2013)
-Member, Point Park University Spirit Committee (2010-2013)
-Member, Point Park University Community Service Club (2010-2013)
-Member, Point Park University Advertising Federation and PRSSA (2009-2011)
