Teaching Resume

Certification:

            New York:                  Social Studies Ed. (7-12)

Education:

 Graduate:                   University at Buffalo                           August 2009 – Dec. 2011

                                                Degree:           Ed.M. in Social Studies Education
                                                GPA:               3.845

Undergrad:                University at Buffalo (SUNY UB)         August 2005 – May 2009
                                                Degree:           B.A. in History                        Minor in Education     
                                                GPA:               3.508  

Teaching Experience:

 Supervisory Teacher, Starpoint Middle School

September 2011 – Present
·        Collaborate with administrators and teachers to ensure safety.
·        Supervise the Intensive Learning Center.
·        Provide mentoring, tutoring and alternative instruction services.
·        Facilitate monthly character education classroom meetings.
·        Work with counselors in behavior and academic interventions.
·        Maintain considerable on-call classroom substituting responsibilities.


           
Substitute Teacher:           Williamsville Central School District              
                                                Clarence Central School District
                                                Buffalo Public Schools
                                                Lockport City School District
                                                Starpoint Central Schools                       

Student-Teaching:    Lockport HS (8 weeks: Jan.-Mar. 2010):     AP American History
                                                                                                                        Regents Economics
                                                            Special Ed. Economics

                                                Clarence MS (8 weeks: Mar.-May 2010):      8th Grade SS

            Teacher Aide:            BPS #39 (Sept.-Dec. 2008):                           6th Grade ELA & Sci

Related Training and Coursework:

Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse & Maltreatment Certified
S.A.V.E. Certified
Attended 2011 Niagara Frontier Council of the Social Studies Convention
Red Cross CPR, AED, Lifeguarding, & First-Aid Certified

Relevant Work Experience:
Head Coach, Starpoint Girls Varsity Swimming & Diving

            March – June 2012
Assistant Coach, Starpoint Modified Track & Field
            March – June 2012
Learning Strategist, UB Office of Academic & Student Development Services
September 2009 – Present
·         Work closely with high-risk first year student-athletes in developing time management, study skills and personal growth.

 Lead Coach & Instruction Director, UB Amherst Swimming
October 2002 – Present
·         Incorporate various methods of training in the development of 8-17 year-old boys and girls to compete at a high level while promoting a safe and successful learning environment.
·         Worked closely with other staff members and parents in developing schedules for training.

Head Counselor, UB Swim Camp
                        Summer 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010
·         Organized overnight camp staff, supervised campers, developed activities and instructed in stroke refinement and technique.
·         Worked primarily with boys and girls ages 13 to 17.

Relevant Work Experience: Continued

Assistant Coach, Nickel City Splash Masters Swim Team
September 2008 – Present
·         Assists in implementing daily workouts and stroke development.

Assistant Coach, UB Swimming and Diving Team
                        2008 – 2009 Season
·         Worked with coaching staff in all facets of daily training and worked with student-athletes in the development of technique.

Aquatics Advisor & Counselor, JCC Camp Lakeland
                        Summer 2004 and 2005
·         Responsible for facilitating reliable, effective lifeguard services and supplied medical care for children attending camp.
·         Mentored children of various backgrounds, nationalities and abilities to ensure a safe and meaningful experience.


Pertinent Volunteering, Memberships, and Awards

·                                             Volunteer taught US History & SIFE Global for 5 days at Lafayette H.S. in Buffalo
·                                             Volunteer Judge for 2010-11 Buffalo Public Schools’ Debate Program
·                                             Volunteer Judge for 2011 BPS History Day Competition
·                                             Member of the Niagara Frontier Council of the Social Studies
·                                             Attended over six hours of in-service through UB Teaching & Learning Center
·                                             USA Swimming Certified Swim Coach
·                                             Volunteer Guide for Field Trips to UB & Anderson Art Gallery
·                                             Presented at the 2010 UB Graduate School of Education Differentiation Fair
·                                             Pursuing New York Coaching Certification
·                                             University at Buffalo Varsity Letter Winner in Swimming
·                                             Dean’s List – Spring & Fall 2008 and Spring 2009
·                                             Academic All-American Team Member – Fall 2006
·                                             Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Team Representative – ‘06-‘08
·                                             Represented UBAM coaching staff at the 33rd Annual Eastern States Swim Coaching Clinic