Dana Collett's Resume
Objective: To educate students
Education: Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Masters of Arts in Educational Technology January 2011-Present
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Fifth year Internship Program Aug 2006-May 2007
Twelve graduate credits May 2007
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, August 2006
Major: Elementary Education, Integrated Language Arts
Certification: Tennessee Professional Certificate
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
K-6 all subjects, 7-8 Language Arts
Teaching Glenellen Elementary, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System
Experience: Title One Math Teacher July 2011-Present
· designed and taught rigorous and relevant math lessons for struggling students
· collaborated with different grade levels to discuss student growth
· gathered and used data to form small groups and assess teaching strategies
· differentiated lessons based on student needs
Liberty Elementary, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System
5th Grade, August 2007-May 2011
· chosen by administrative staff to teach the inclusion classroom for 3 years
· voted Green Apple Teacher of the Year in 2009-2010 by staff members
· appointed grade-level chairperson for 2009-2010 school year
· incorporated rigorous and relevant activities in the classroom based on curriculum
· encouraged active participation by creating a classroom community
· modeled lessons using explicit instruction
· established and maintained positive relationships with students, parents and
colleagues, fostering a positive classroom environment
· created whole group and small group differentiated plans for reading and math
· integrated technology into curriculum using various media
MacArthur at Magnolia Elementary School, Southfield Public Schools
3rd grade, August 2006-April 2007
· prepared and taught lessons in mathematics, science, social studies, phonics,
spelling, reading, and writing
· managed various guided reading groups
· organized weekly schedules used throughout the year
· completed ten weeks of solo lead teaching
· provided differentiated instruction for students of various learning levels
· created integrated units in literacy, science, social studies and writing
· introduced positive and motivational classroom management techniques
· promoted a community within the classroom that influenced learning
Teaching-related Title One Extended Day Tutoring, Southfield Public Schools
Experience: November 2006-April 2007
· taught a group of at-risk second grade students
· developed and created lessons at their level in math and literacy
Metella Road Public School, Sydney Australia
kindergarten, May 2005-July 2005
· led small guided reading groups and discussions
· assisted teacher in carrying out daily activities and lessons in mathematics, literacy,
and science
Volunteer tutor at Homework Helproom, East Lansing Public Library
September 2004 – May 2006
· instructed students K-10 in all subject levels
· tutored English as a Second Language students
Professional Shared rigorous and relevant activity in faculty meeting 2009
Development: Member of National Science Teacher Association, 2007-present
Member of National Educator’s Association, 2009-2010
Member of Michigan Reading Association, 2007-2009
Member of Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society, 2006-present
Member of Student Michigan Education Association, 2004-2007
Michigan Reading Association Conference, March 2007
Everyday Mathematics Session, January 2007
Special Education Conference, East Lansing, MI, December 2006
Technology/Skills: Proficient in:
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Power Point, Outlook Express, Internet, Website development, Reading First, ClassXP, e-mail, digital camera, overhead projectors, computer LCD projector, United Streaming, Kidspiration, Macintosh Apple Computers
Honors and Green Apple Teacher Award, Outstanding Teacher Award with less than 4 years Achievements: experience 2009-2010
Graduated with honors from Michigan State University College of Education
Dean’s List Michigan State University, 7 semesters since August 2002
Michigan Educational Assessment Program Scholarship, 2002
References available upon request
Education: Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Masters of Arts in Educational Technology January 2011-Present
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Fifth year Internship Program Aug 2006-May 2007
Twelve graduate credits May 2007
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, August 2006
Major: Elementary Education, Integrated Language Arts
Certification: Tennessee Professional Certificate
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate
K-6 all subjects, 7-8 Language Arts
Teaching Glenellen Elementary, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System
Experience: Title One Math Teacher July 2011-Present
· designed and taught rigorous and relevant math lessons for struggling students
· collaborated with different grade levels to discuss student growth
· gathered and used data to form small groups and assess teaching strategies
· differentiated lessons based on student needs
Liberty Elementary, Clarksville-Montgomery County School System
5th Grade, August 2007-May 2011
· chosen by administrative staff to teach the inclusion classroom for 3 years
· voted Green Apple Teacher of the Year in 2009-2010 by staff members
· appointed grade-level chairperson for 2009-2010 school year
· incorporated rigorous and relevant activities in the classroom based on curriculum
· encouraged active participation by creating a classroom community
· modeled lessons using explicit instruction
· established and maintained positive relationships with students, parents and
colleagues, fostering a positive classroom environment
· created whole group and small group differentiated plans for reading and math
· integrated technology into curriculum using various media
MacArthur at Magnolia Elementary School, Southfield Public Schools
3rd grade, August 2006-April 2007
· prepared and taught lessons in mathematics, science, social studies, phonics,
spelling, reading, and writing
· managed various guided reading groups
· organized weekly schedules used throughout the year
· completed ten weeks of solo lead teaching
· provided differentiated instruction for students of various learning levels
· created integrated units in literacy, science, social studies and writing
· introduced positive and motivational classroom management techniques
· promoted a community within the classroom that influenced learning
Teaching-related Title One Extended Day Tutoring, Southfield Public Schools
Experience: November 2006-April 2007
· taught a group of at-risk second grade students
· developed and created lessons at their level in math and literacy
Metella Road Public School, Sydney Australia
kindergarten, May 2005-July 2005
· led small guided reading groups and discussions
· assisted teacher in carrying out daily activities and lessons in mathematics, literacy,
and science
Volunteer tutor at Homework Helproom, East Lansing Public Library
September 2004 – May 2006
· instructed students K-10 in all subject levels
· tutored English as a Second Language students
Professional Shared rigorous and relevant activity in faculty meeting 2009
Development: Member of National Science Teacher Association, 2007-present
Member of National Educator’s Association, 2009-2010
Member of Michigan Reading Association, 2007-2009
Member of Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society, 2006-present
Member of Student Michigan Education Association, 2004-2007
Michigan Reading Association Conference, March 2007
Everyday Mathematics Session, January 2007
Special Education Conference, East Lansing, MI, December 2006
Technology/Skills: Proficient in:
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Power Point, Outlook Express, Internet, Website development, Reading First, ClassXP, e-mail, digital camera, overhead projectors, computer LCD projector, United Streaming, Kidspiration, Macintosh Apple Computers
Honors and Green Apple Teacher Award, Outstanding Teacher Award with less than 4 years Achievements: experience 2009-2010
Graduated with honors from Michigan State University College of Education
Dean’s List Michigan State University, 7 semesters since August 2002
Michigan Educational Assessment Program Scholarship, 2002
References available upon request
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