EDUCATION Brandeis University, Waltham, MA Bachelor of Arts in Psychology May 2014 Minor in Education MA Department of Early Education and Care Certification MA SEI Endorsement Course: The Teaching of English Language Learners Pre K-12
EXPERIENCE Franklin Elementary School (1 st grade), Newton, MA January 2014 May 2014 Student Full Practicum, Student Teacher Led whole-class teaching, small group teaching, and one-on-one teaching Planned, taught, and assessed students for at least one week as a solo teacher Developed and taught a comprehensive unit to the class Constructed lesson plans to teach individually to the class Developed formative and summative assessment for the class Differentiated instruction and manage classroom expectations Participated in all teacher planning meetings, parent-teacher conferences, staff meetings, in-service and committee meetings Researched a focal child throughout the semester and help the child to develop as a learner by using instructional strategies to make knowledge accessible and engaging
Franklin Elementary School (1 st grade), Newton, MA September 2013 December 2013 Student Pre-Practicum, Student Teacher Led mini-lessons, reading groups, and one-on-one instruction Supported cooperating teacher with classroom management and student assessment Researched a focal child throughout the semester and helped the child to develop as a learner by using instructional strategies to make knowledge accessible and engaging
Brackett Elementary School (1 st grade), Arlington, MA January 2013 May 2013 Fieldwork, Student Teacher Researched how literacy operates in the classroom Researched a focal child throughout the semester and help the child to develop as a learner by using instructional strategies to make knowledge accessible and engaging Supported cooperating teacher with classroom management and student assessment.
Plympton Elementary School (3 rd grade), Waltham, MA August 2012 December 2012 Fieldwork, Student Teacher Researched a focal child throughout the semester and help the child to develop as a learner by using instructional strategies to make knowledge accessible and engaging Developed suggestions about ideal learning environment for focal child Supported cooperating teacher with classroom management and student assessment.
Stanley Elementary School (2 nd grade), Waltham, MA January 2012 May 2012 Fieldwork, Student Teacher Constructed mini-unit plans that include language and content goals, TESOL procedures, and assessment Supported cooperating teacher with classroom management and student assessment. Researched an English Language Learner throughout the semester and help the child to develop as a learner by using instructional strategies to make knowledge accessible and engaging.
Lemberg Childrens Center, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA January 2011 December 2013 Teacher Assistant Planned and led activities to develop childrens social, language, cognitive, and motor skills Discussed with fellow teacher assistants to improve quality of childrens activities, concerns and suggestions for each child to increase education and social skills Supervised and interacted with children under the age of six during snack, activity, meal times
DC Public Schools Central Office, Washington DC June 2013 August 2013 Urban Education Leadership Internship Program, Associate Created survey questionnaire using in-depth research regarding students with experiences in robotics and surveyed 219 students at DC Public Schools Developed database that tracks career trajectories for FIRST Robotics Competition participants using Excel. Built an organizational chart and a point of contact list for DCPS Central Office as a member of the Strategy Committee
International Student Registration Center, Ellicott City, MD July September 2012 International Liaison for Korean and English speakers Registered new students into the Howard County Public School System Scheduled meetings, answered phone calls, sent emails, and organized administrative tasks Facilitated registration process for international students and families
Lifespan Psychology Lab, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA September 2010 December 2012 Research Assistant Edited and revised files and data using EKG (electrocardiogram), SPSS Software, and Syntax Contributed in lab meetings to discuss ongoing research within the lab
English Speaking Union Camp, Seoul, Korea July 2011 Mentor Taught debate English to Korean elementary, middle school, and high school students Led group discussions on how the mentees can improve their debating abilities Attended daily meetings to monitor and evaluate how mentors can improve their teaching Planned activities and games to increase students use of English
Lemberg Childrens Center, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA September-December 2010 Office Assistant Organized and filed various data and administrative information Received and made phone calls to parents and staff members Checked each teacher assistants references by making phone calls and sending emails
Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Korea June-July 2010 Psychology Department, Research Assistant Put together and conducted surveys, and recorded data using Microsoft Excel Translated English Psychology Articles, lab papers, and business letters to Korean and vice versa Made phone calls to inquire in both Korean and English Took part in developing computer-based beta testing
Waltham Group, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA September-December 2010 Volunteer for Waltham Kids Club Afternoon Enrichment Helped middle school students with homework Led activities with other volunteers during break time
SKILLS Language: Fluent in Korean and English, beginner French Computer: Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, Word), SPSS, EKG Editor, HTML