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Ariel J.
Dennis
11946W Advent Road Cooks, Michigan 49817 Phone: (906) 450-5398 [email protected]
EDUCATION
Northern Michigan University - Marquette, Michigan o Bachelor of Science, 3.7 GPA Major: Secondary Education Mathematics, 3.6 GPA Minor: English, 3.5 GPA o Michigan Teaching Certificate expected upon graduation. Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, Michigan 49829 o Associates in Liberal Arts Big Bay de Noc High School - Garden, Michigan 49835 o College Prep, 4.0 GPA August 2011 May 2014
August 2009 May 2011 August 2005 May 2009
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
Strong understanding of pedagogy and assessments. Obvious and outstanding ability to build rapport with students and other staff. Focus on positive behavior, attitudes, and self-progress. Proficient in writing lesson plans and curriculum. Advanced problem-solving techniques. Knowledge in metacognition and learning types and how to apply those in a classroom setting. Application of literacy/reading skills in a mathematics setting. Understanding of cross-curricular connections and their importance to adolescent learners. Use of different media and technology to aid students in learning. Sensitivity to learner diversity Knowledge of methodology to improve student behavior in the classroom.
CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Westwood High School Ishpeming, Michigan 49849 o Student Teaching Experience January 2014 April 2014 Taught Geometry and Algebra II for students ranging from 9th 12th grade. Planned units and lessons which catered to students of different learning types. Constructed quizzes and tests based on Blooms Taxonomy. Attended Professional Development workshops. Substituted for teachers in all subject areas, grade 9-12. Marquette Senior High School - Marquette, Michigan 49855 o Secondary Mathematics Practicum January 2013 December 2013 Observed, planned, and practiced lessons each week in various Mathematics classes. Marquette Alternative High School - Marquette, Michigan 49855 o Secondary Mathematics Field Experience January 2013 May 2013 Offered one-on-one assistance to students during last period. Completed weekly attendance and correspondence with students. Nah Tah Wahsh School o Secondary Mathematics Field Experience October 2012 Bothwell Middle School - Marquette, Michigan 49855 o 7th-8th Grade Mathematics Field Experience September 2012 December 2012
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Classroom Aide o Jacobetti Headstart - Marquette, Michigan 49855 January 2013 December 2013 Worked with children one-on-one during work time to strengthen their social skills and help build meaningful relationships. Assisted them in getting on and off the bus. Helped plan and prepare lesson activities and meals. o Brookton Headstart Marquette, Michigan 49855 August 2013 December 2013 Ran morning program from 7:15 8:05 daily. Served breakfast, prepared classroom, and developed and maintained meaningful relationships with students. EN102 Tutor o Northern Michigan University - Marquette, Michigan 49855 September 2013 December 2013 Provided individual instruction each week to first-year students in the Universitys academic probation program. Student Support Services Tutor o Northern Michigan University - Marquette, Michigan 49855 August 2011 December 2011 Provided one-on-one individual instruction weekly to students in a wide range of courses. TRiO Peer Mentor o Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, Michigan 49829 August 2010 May 2011 Provided advice and mentorship for first year students transitioning from high school to college. Maintained weekly correspondence with students. TRiO Math/Writing Tutor August 2009 May 2011 o Bay de Noc Community College - Escanaba, Michigan 49829 Provided one-on-one individual instruction to students in mathematics. Led group tutoring sessions (3 or more students) in preparation for tests.
HONORS/AWARDS
NMU Deans List , 2009-Present NMU Board of Trustees Grant, 2011-Present Received NMU Transfer Excellence Award, 2011-Present Received Michigan Competitive Scholarship, 2013-2014 Received Ellen Juntunen Bryan Scholarship, 2013-2014 Received Ellwood A & Idamae Mattson Scholarship, 2013-2014 Received Dr. William H. Nault Education Scholarship, 2013-2014 Received Schaefer Myllala Family Scholarship, 2013-2014
PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
Patient, creative, enthusiastic, dedicated Passion for helping others to succeed in a positive educational environment.
ACTIVITIES
Active member in Northern Michigan Universitys Native American Student Association (NASA). President of Bay de Noc Community Colleges TRiO Club Secretary of Bay de Noc Community Colleges TRiO Club
REFERENCES
Professional references available upon request.

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