Malinda S.

Penkala
mpenkala@nmu.edu
Education
Bachelor of Education Degree in English and History, Anticipated May 2015
Northern Michigan University
Qualifications

Able to create and implement effective lesson plans based on Common Core State
Standards
Understanding of diverse cultures and the impact that culture has on language learning

Professional Experience
Marquette Senior High School

Marquette, Michigan

Student Teaching Intern, January-April 2015

Responsible for teaching ninth grade English

Creating unit and lessons plans that align with the Common Core State Standards

Northern Michigan University, Olson Library

Marquette, Michigan

Technical Services Student Employee, August 2014 April 2015

Process all library materials (books, dvds, newspapers, periodicals, etc.)

Assist in database maintenance using PCs and the Internet
Pack or unpack shipments of materials

Wanju Elementary School

Jeonbuk, Jeollabuk-do

Teach and Learn in Korea Employee, 2013

Taught afterschool English, grades K-6

Attended school functions and teacher gatherings
Used understanding of cultural differences to create enriching lesson plans
Helped the English teacher with presentation of lessons

Northern Michigan University, Public Safety

Lot Guard, 2011 2014

Patrolling of school campus and parking lots

Ticketing vehicles and managing dissatisfied vehicle owners

Marquette, Michigan

Honors/Awards

Deans List
Superior Edge, Real World Award

Extracurricular Activities

Academic Service Learning Grant Project with Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy,
2015
Academic Service Learning Project with Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy, 2014
Native American Food Taster, 2010
YMCA Halloween Party Chaperone, 2010
DJ at Radio X, 2010
Make a Difference Day, Clean-up at TMCA, 2009

References
Dr. Kia Richmond
Director of the English Education program
Northern Michigan University
krichmon@nmu.edu
Keith Greising
Senior Library Assistant, Cataloging Assistant
Northern Michigan University, Olson Library
kgreisin@nmu.edu
Krista E. Clumpner
Associate Professor, Head Tech Services/Systems
Northern Michigan University, Olson Library
kclumpne@nmu.edu