ALEXIS PERRY
16789 Chandler Rd.
East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 284-7006 perryal1@msu.edu
OBJECTIVE__________________________________________________________________________
To obtain an elementary teaching position in which to utilize my skills and knowledge
to provide my students with the best education possible.
PROFILE____________________________________________________________________________
Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and caring educator that is committed to quality instruction and
education. Offering an optimistic attitude and a strong commitment to creating a classroom
environment that is stimulating, encouraging, and adaptive to the varied needs of all learners.
EDUCATION__________________________________________________________________
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Fifth Year Teacher Intern Program, August 2008-May 2009
12 Graduate Credits, May 2009
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, May 2008
Major: Elementary Education
Specialization: Language Arts
CREDENTIALS_______________________________________________________________________
Michigan Elementary Provisional Certificate, May 2009
K-5 all subject areas, 6-8 Language Arts
Red Cross Certified in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid, East Lansing, MI
TEACHING EXPERIENCE______________________________________________________________
Teacher Intern, First Grade, August 2008-May 2009
Central Elementary, Okemos Community School District, Okemos, Michigan -
Developed personal teaching approach centered on active student engagement and cooperative learning.
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Developed engaging and detailed lesson plans, which stimulated initiative and curiosity in children while presenting a defined objective.
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Applied the Everyday Mathematics curriculum on a daily basis to provide rich and meaningful math learning experiences.
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Established and maintained strong interpersonal relations and effective communication skills with students, parents, colleagues, principal, and individuals on all levels.
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Employed a wide variety of cooperative learning structures and techniques with emphasis on providing a language-rich environment.
Senior Year Field Work, Pre-Kindergarten/Kindergarten, August 2007-May 2008
Elliot Elementary School, Holt, MI
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Planned, implemented and assessed lessons in math science, literacy and social studies.
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Applied state and district standards to plan and teach lessons.
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Observed and participated in classroom activities and classroom management
Junior Year Field Work, First Grade , August 2006-May 2007
Lewton Elementary School, Lansing, MI
Substitute Teacher, K-12, March 2007-Present
Saginaw ISD, Saginaw, MI & Ingham Intermediate School District, Okemos, MI
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Executed teacher’s lesson plans in grades K-12
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Managed classroom routines
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Enforced rules, routines, and teacher’s expectations
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Improvised and adapted lesson plans as needed
TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________
A.C.T.I.O.N. After School Program Facilitator October 2008-December 2008
Central Elementary School/Okemos High School, Okemos, MI
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Facilitated after school mentor program between elementary and high school students in which led to underprivileged elementary students receiving quality support and guidance from positive role models.
Camp Counselor/Water Ski Instructor (Ages 6-15 years), May 2007-August 2007
Camp Tapawingo, Sweden, Maine
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Utilized variety of instructional strategies to help young individuals learn to ski.
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Held responsible for guidance and safety of 16 girls
New Member Educator August 2006-December 2006
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, East Lansing, MI
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Led weekly meetings for new members, educating them in all aspects of Greek Life including Chapter history, Greek Relations, Philanthropy and community service, and sisterhood.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND MEMBERSHIPS___________________________________
Special Education Conference, January 2009
Love and Logic By: Foster Cline, M.D. & Jim Fay Prof. Development Seminar January 2009
Teachers And The Law, October 2008
Member, Michigan State University Senior Class Council, August 2007-May 2008
Co-Chair Member, Senior Awards Com. MSU Senior Class Council August 2007-May 2008
Member, Gamma Phi Beta – Beta Delta Chapter, Fall 2005-May 2008
TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLS___________________________________________________________
Proficient In: World Wide Web, Power Point, Microsoft XP, Microsoft Word and Works, Microsoft Excel
AWARDS AND HONORS______________________________________________________________
Michigan State University Dean’s List 2004-2005
Lisa Ann Cornelius Scholarship
Hilda F. Mitchell Internship Fund Scholarship
Nominated by peers to represent the Senior Class on MSU’s Senior Class Council
REFERENCES
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Mr. Robert Greenhoe, Principal Ashley Tazelaar, 1st Grade Teacher
Central Elementary Central Elementary School
4406 N. Okemos Rd. 7629 Setters Pointe Dr.
Okemos, MI 48864 Brighton, MI 48116
(517) 349-4440 ext. 2201 Cell: (810) 355-6944
Email: bob.greenhoe@okemosschools.net Work: (517) 706-5223
Email: Ashley.Tazelaar@okemosschools.net
Lauri Johnson Cynthia Covell
1st Grade Teacher Michigan State Professor TE 403
Central Elementary School Lowell, MI 49331
4406 N. Okemos Rd. (616) 897-7230
Okemos, MI 48864 Email: cindylou3711@comcast.net
(517) 349-4440 ext. 2224
Email: lauri.johnson@okemosschools.net
Jennifer Knight
Field Instructor
Email: Knight32@msu.edu
Credentials and professional portfolio available at personal interview upon request.
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