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 Education and Certification
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Michigan State University

  • Master of Arts in Education

    • Math and Science Concentration​

    • Expected graduation Summer 2016

    • 3.88 Cumulative GPA

Michigan State University

  • Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

    • ​Minor: Integrated Science 

    • Graduated 2010

    • 3.42 Cumulative GPA

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Michigan Department of Education

  • Michigan Highly Qualified

    • Chemistry (DC), Biology (DA), Integrated Science (DI)

  • American Red Cross

    • Adult and Child CPR, First Aid, AED

 Teaching Experience
Dearborn High School                     Dearborn, MI                    April 2016-Present â€‹
  • Chemistry and Physics teacher
  • Plan and develops lessons designed to meet the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) adopted by the state of Michigan
  • Differentiates assessments in order to challenge students based on their individual learning style
  • Collaborates with colleagues to provide cross-curricular connections
  • Utilizes an array of techology resources to enhance the educational experience in the classroom
  • Coach of the JV Baseball team
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Renaissance High School                Detroit, MI                          Sept. 2012-April 2016​
  • AP Biology, Biology, Chemistry, and Physical Science teacher
  • Implemented inquiry-based lessons to create a more "hands-on" approach
  • Used formative assessments to drive instruction
  • Created a summer program science curriculum for incoming ninth graders
  • Maintained a classroom website to keep students and parents informed of assignments and announcements
  • Member of the School Improvement Team and the Appeal Committee for prospective students
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Renaissance High School                Detroit, MI                          Sept. 2011-April 2012​
  • Chemistry student teacher
  • Planned and taught lessons based on the Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations
  • Executed lectures and labs that pushed students to think critically about chemistry
  • Reflected and modified lessons and teaching by writing weekly journals
  Professional Development                                     
 Technology Skills
  • Technology Readiness Infrastructure Grant Classroom Readiness T3 Course

  • Advanced Placement Summer Institute Biology training

  • Member of the National Science Teacher Association (NSTA)

  • Member of the Michigan Science Teacher Association (MSTA)

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Communication and Assessment Tools
 References
Document and Presentation Tools
Web Design Tools

Anita Williams

Principal

Renaissance High School

Dr. Frances Curtis-Fields

Mentor Teacher

Renaissance High School

Dr. Amelia Wenk-Gotwals

Professor of Science Education

Michigan State University

Mr. Kyle Jenks

Science Educator

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