February 19, 2015

To Whom It May Concern:

It is my sincere pleasure to recommend Taylor Weaver to you as an exemplary teacher. I had the enjoyment of
working with Taylor as she did her 40 hour practicum in my seventh grade English language arts classroom. As
a teacher of 20 years experience, I found Taylors enthusiasm, professionalism, and interactions with my
students commendable.
From the moment Ms. Weaver entered my classroom, she immersed herself in the experience by handing out
papers, talking with students and asking what she could do to help. This kind of self-starter attitude makes her
an asset to any school district. She quickly showed her competence in the subject area, and I was able to use her
in assisting small groups of students as well.
This interaction with my students allowed me to witness the positive relationships Ms. Weaver was able to build
with the students. She was immediately able to put them at ease and make personal connections which enabled
her to ensure their participation. Students asked about her even after she had been gone.
As part of her requirements for the practicum, Ms. Weaver planned and taught a lesson to my classes. The
materials she created and the activities for the students were both engaging and challenging. I referred to her
lesson often in the completion of the unit, and students were able to apply what they learned from her in their
summative assessments.
In conclusion, any school district would be fortunate to have Ms. Weaver on its staff. She is a motivated and
professional self starter. She is knowledgeable in her content area and creates versatile lessons that engage her
students. If you have further questions, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Amy R. Butcher

Southeast Polk Junior High School

Phone: 515.967.5509 X3034