Stoney Creek High School, Rochester Hills | Fall 2024–Winter 2025
Subjects: 9th/10th grade Biology, 11th/12th Vertebrates
- Built positive, inclusive relationships with students to support a welcoming classroom culture.
- Created and implemented differentiated lesson plans, including hands-on labs, aligned with NGSS standards.
- Collaborated with a special education co-teacher to tailor instruction for diverse learning needs.
- Applied effective grading and assessment strategies to track and support student progress.
- Adjusted instructional methods based on student data and feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Designed and facilitated engaging unit plans that fostered in-depth understanding of science concepts.
- Promoted a respectful and well-managed learning environment through proactive behavior strategies.
- Employed innovative, student-focused teaching approaches to increase participation and enthusiasm for learning.
- Accumulated approximately 300 hours of practical teaching experience, establishing a strong foundation in education.
Wyandot Middle School, Clinton Township | Winter 2024
Subject: 8th grade Biology
- Carried out detailed observations of a middle school biology teacher, gaining meaningful understanding of successful teaching methods, classroom management skills, and ways to engage students.
- Took an active role in teaching by presenting mini-lessons and using insights from observations to support student learning.
- Promoted cooperative learning through leading interactive lab activities and offering focused assistance to small student groups.
- Logged 30 hours of classroom observation, building a well-rounded grasp of effective middle school biology instruction and teaching strategies.
Ferndale Middle School, Ferndale | Fall 2023
Subject: 7th grade Math
- Gained a comprehensive perspective on various teaching styles and classroom interactions by observing instructional methods and student engagement strategies.
- Carefully recorded essential aspects of teaching, such as lesson planning, student engagement approaches, and assessment practices.
- Completed 20 hours of classroom observation, deepening understanding of successful educational techniques.
Substitute Teaching
Permit is active and contracted through Edustaff
- 400+ hours substitute teaching in general education classrooms
- 310+ hours substitute teaching in special education classrooms