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
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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.
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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.
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Jack and Jill, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania (May 2015-Present)
Assistant General Supervisor:
Monitored children ages infant to 12, supervised planned learning activities
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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
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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)
