kaitlyn larson - resume
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Kaitlyn R. Larson 1955 Shamrock Pl., Chaska, MN 55318 – 952-378-7619 – [email protected]
OBJECTIVE To obtain a full-time elementary teaching position to meet the needs of each unique student
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato – Edina, MN Graduated: May 2015
Cumulative GPA: 3.97 Note: Applied for MN K-6 license
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
3rd Grade Student Teacher – Ridgeview Elementary – Bloomington, MN January 2015 - present
Designed a nine-day fractions unit based on research and Minnesota state standards
Emphasized conceptual understanding, mathematical reasoning, and problem solving in math
Integrated students’ personal, cultural, and community experiences into lessons and discussions
Provided a variety of accommodations for students with sensitivity to their individual needs
Gauged student learning and provided personalized feedback through formative assessments
Promoted respectful and collaborative discussions through guided literature circle groups
Utilized research-based practices in everyday teaching
Additional Field Experiences
3rd Grade – Ridgeview Elementary School
4th Grade – Jackson Elementary School – Shakopee, MN
Kindergarten - Kindergarten Center – Chaska, MN
August – December 2014
April – May 2014
November - December 2013
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Program Assistant – Explorer’s Club – Minnetonka, MN
May – August 2014
January – August 2013
Developed personal relationships with students ages 3-12
Exercised effective management techniques to create a safe, calm, and positive environment
Facilitated discussion between students who were in disagreement with each other
Engaged students in activities such as art projects, reading time, and physical education
PowerHour Staff – YMCA – Grand Forks, ND September 2011 – February 2012
Managed a classroom of 15 students grades K-4 with one other staff member
Assisted elementary students with their homework
Collaborated with other staff members to create a healthy after-school environment
Helped oversee planned activities that fostered learning and creativity
NOTABLE EXPERIENCESiTutoring Intervention
(Repeated Reading) Lived in China 3.5 years ENVoY trained Created a Balanced
Literacy Plan
Completed a detailed IRI analysis EdTPA: Elementary Mathematics
REFERENCES
Emily Nebben (612) 309-0548
Heather Verstraete (612) 209-9152
Heather Balk (952) 496-5802