Objective

To be an integral part of an education organization where interpersonal skills, strong work ethic and dedication to students can be utilized in a Biology classroom setting.

 

Education

Masters of Education/Teacher Certification: Anticipated December 2008

Chicago State University, Chicago, Illinois

 

Bachelors of Science, Biology 1998

Rowan University, Glassboro, New Jersey

 

Observation/Teaching Experience

Geo. Washington H.S. Chicago  Student Teaching           Fall 2008

South Shore H.S.         Chicago  Observation/Teaching   Spring 2008

 

Utilized the Instructional Development System (IDS) curriculum implemented by Illinois Institute of Technology

Produced an on-line Biology quiz

Participated in Professional Development for I.D.E.A. with accommodations and modifications

Assisted with Science Fair organization

 

Work History

2003—2007, Assistant Manager in Retail Division

TCF Bank, Oak Lawn, Illinois

Empower nine tellers to consistently reach sales goals

Provide a high level of customer service to bank customers

 

1998-2000, Cell Technician

Coriell Institute for Medical Research, Camden, NJ

Extracted DNA from plasma samples to harvest for research.

Maintained cell cultures in a sterile environment.

Used cryogenics to store cell and DNA samples for future research.

 

Associations                                                                                                                                        

National Science Teachers Association

 

Interest

Track and Field (Shot Putt) received numerous medals; Music (Trombone) first chair in Marching and Concert band; Chess and Photography.

 

Skills

 Incorporating technology in the class: Power Point presentations, LCD projectors, On-line quizzes, developing Web sites.