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Michelle Dack
2211 B St
Lincoln, NE 68502
308-530-2266
michelleleanndack@gmail.com
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Education and Human Sciences
GPA: 3.590 on 4.0 scale

Anticipated Graduation Date: May 2015

University of Nebraska Lincoln

Endorsement: Mathematics
Praxis Status: Completed Praxis I and Praxis II
Certification: Application pending for Nebraska Initial Teaching Certificate
Related Experience in Education:
Student Teaching, Scott Middle School, Lincoln, NE
January, 2015 Present
Math 8, Grade 8, two sections (full range of abilities)
Taught two sections of students with a full range of abilities, including 19 IEPs
Collaborated with resource teacher to implement individualized education plans
Algebra, Grade 8, two sections
Taught two sections of students
Created conceptual lessons to build off of previous knowledge and ensure student success
Differentiated Algebra, Grade 8, two sections
Taught two sections, 30 students in each class
Created lessons to challenge students and create deep meaningful connections
Comprehensive Duties
Created conceptual lessons and encouraged cooperative learning
Created notes, worksheets, and formative assessments
Implemented classroom management
Helped with Math Counts, an after school math club
o Went to competition at UNL
Participated in Parent-Teacher conferences
Participated in staff meetings, both school wide, PLC, and smaller pod meetings
Built rapport with both students and fellow staff
Practicum Experience, Lincoln High School, Lincoln, NE
September-December, 2014
Observed/assisted in Geometry with students in grades 9-11
Developed multiple lessons on triangle congruence and scale factor
Assisted with classroom activities and duties
Worked with cooperating teacher and co-practicum student to create conceptual lessons
Implemented classroom management
Practicum Experience, Goodrich Middle School, Lincoln, NE
Observed/assisted in a 6th Grade Math classroom

January-April 2013

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Professional Development:
NATM Pre-Professionals Conference, Lincoln North Star, Lincoln, NE
Listened to experienced teachers talk about:
o Teaching students in poverty and classroom management
o Making an impact on the first day of school
o Incorporating problem solving into math classrooms

November 8, 2014

UNL Tech Edge Conference, Aurora Public Schools, Aurora, NE

Observed a 1:1 school that uses iPads to enhance student learning

January 28, 2015

Honors:
Attracting Excellence to Teaching Program (AETP) Award
Deans List, College of Education & Human Sciences, two semesters
James Canfield Scholarship
Professional Skills:
Proficient in Spanish
Computer (iPad, Apple, Word, Internet, Geogebra)
First Aid/CPR certified 7+ years
Interpersonal skills, including supervisory experience
Strong organizational skills
Work Experience:
Customer Sales Representative, CBS Medical, Lincoln, NE
February-December, 2014
Assisted patients in receiving medical equipment
Determined patient eligibility based on pain symptoms and insurance coverage
Daycare Teacher, Careday Quest, Lincoln, NE
First Aid and CPR Certified
Supervised children during educational activities and playtime
Worked with parents to help improve the childs care
Money and receipt duties, cleaning duties
Assistant Manager, Paxton Public Pool, Paxton, NE
Lifeguard
First Aid and CPR/AED Certified
Supervised swimmers and other lifeguards
Lifeguard Certified
Instructed swimming lessons
Pool and water maintenance
Money and receipt duties, cleaning duties

October 2010 March 2014

May-June, 2011
Summers 2007-2010