Leah Huff

leah.huff@yotes.collegeofidaho.edu 801.205.5967
Certifications Passed: ICLA, Fall 2013, Secondary Certification: Social Studies, Fall 2013, Praxis 2: Social Studies, English, Science Professional Summary Hold high-expectations for all students while creating a supportive environment to teach and learn Incorporate diverse approaches for students to become active leaners with awareness of adversities in poverty-stricken areas Technical Proficiencies: Skyward, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Word, Smartboard, and Google Docs. Education The College of Idaho Master of Arts in Teaching Bachelor of Arts Majors: Psychology/Education

GPA 3.988 GPA 3.42

Spring 2014 Spring 2013

Academic Research Projects Thesis: Teachers Attitudes about Child Abuse in Idaho : Explored research stating teachers do not adequately deal with child abuse. Applied mixed methods research design Used triangulation of data to analyze, validate and capture different elements of the research Competency using qualitative data analysis tool: Hyperresearch Independent study analyzing 30 research articles Aided understanding of CPS system and child abuse through psychology research Independent study analyzing the social effects of CASAs history Included research pertaining to the role teachers have within the child protection services process Teaching Experience th Student Teacher: 5 Grade Accelerated Learning Program at Woodrow Wilson Elementary Created unit on the rainforest showcasing knowledge about summative and formative assessments th Collaborated and worked efficiently with lead teacher and other 5 grade teachers Generated lesson plans in accordance with Idaho Common Core Standard Organized experiential learning for students by making arrangements for guest speakers and using technology Attended Fall parent teacher conferences, and conducted one personally Student Teacher: 2 Grade at Van Buren Elementary Obtained knowledge about and utilized GLAD Strategies within the classroom
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Work and Volunteer Experience rd Court Appointed Special Advocate Volunteer at 3 District Guardian Ad Litem Fall 2012 - present Advocated for children with allegations of abuse and/or neglected Managed 11 cases and represented CASA during two trials Gained considerable amount of knowledge pertaining to the CPS court system and court hearings Conducted personal investigations, including interviews with multiple teachers, parents, counselors, and PSR workers Worked with and helped obtain governmental help for families and kids with low socio-economic status Summed up investigation results and wrote and filed legal reports to CPS Judges for hearings Analyzed and assessed mental health evaluations and conversed with child psychologists to aid in advocating for their needs Consistently collaborated with social workers, judges, and lawyers Campus Leadership Executive Council Member of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority (PRVP) Spring 2012 Spring 2013 Helped drive sororitys establishment of a positive image Delegated work for sorority member and supervised all jobs in department, while being a supportive and approachable leader Head of instituting philanthropy event raising $600 dollars for the Girls on The Run