Objective

To obtain a full-time position teaching math, science, computers, or elementary closer to relatives.

Education

Cardinal Stritch University

            Graduated August 2002

                        Master of Education in Educational Computers.

University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire

            Graduated Cum Laude on December 20, 1997

            License:  42-118 Elementary/Middle (1-8)

                                       46-400 Elementary/Middle Mathematics (1-9)

Experience

1998-present.  Teaching 7^th Grade Math, Cedar Grove-Belgium Middle School, Cedar Grove, WI.  Teaching introduction to Algebra, Geometry, and Probability using the “Connected Math Program”.  Taught High School Biology and 8^th grade Earth Science.  Coached Middle School and High School Girls Volleyball.

2000-present    Taught peers courses in computers including grading programs, web quests, creating and managing web pages, digital camera, Microsoft office, and Intel Teach to the Future.

1999-2001 Behavioral Therapy with children with autism through Autism and Behavioral Consultants.  Increased level of ability in the areas of cognitive, social, fine and gross motor, and self-help skills.  Worked on expressive and receptive communication as well as sensory integration.

Computer

Courses Taken

Developing Web quests (Computer Based Lessons)

Computer and Instructional Technology Use in Schools (Microsoft Office)

Technology Based Research and Statistics for Educators

Technology Academy (Digital Video Editing, “Blackboard”, and “Marco Polo”)

Designing and Creating Web Pages

Web Languages (HTML, Java, and JavaScript)

Technology Leadership

Computer Architecture

Interests

Computers, Technology, Math, Science, Reading, Sports, Health, Family, and Faith

Organizations

• Committee for School Improvement, Technology Committee, Employee Health Committee, Negotiations committee (Chief Negotiator), and initiated a Math Committee.

• A volunteer fire fighter for Cedar Grove

• Lector and Greeter at Immaculate Conception Parish

Work Samples

7th Grade Middle School Website

My Web quest on purchasing a car

Student Samples of completed projects (may take some time to upload)

Unit I designed on Saving Money using a Spreadsheet

Awards

Nominated for the Disney Hand “Teacher of the year Award” in 2003.

“Excellence in Coaching” and “The Best Teacher Award” from students.