1717 Leland Avenue

Des Moines, Iowa 50315

515.480.3645
peterson.jessica.katie@gmail.com

Jessica Katie Peterson

Reading(K-

8) - ESL- Theatre(K-8)
Education

Masters of Science of Teaching

Drake University, Des Moines, IA
Major: Elementary Education
Endorsements: Reading, ESL, and Theatre
GPA: 3.48

2015

Bachelor of Arts, Theatre

Central College, Pella, IA
Major: Theatre
GPA: 2.75

2011

Student Teaching Experience

Wright Elementary School, Des Moines, IA
Kindergarten
Harding Middle School, Des Moines, IA
6-8th grade ESL
English and Social Studies

JanuaryMarch
2015
MarchMay
2015

Develop Differentiated Lesson Plans

Work collaboratively with my mentor teacher and in small learning
communities
Participate parent-teacher conferences and build parent-student
communication
Assist with accommodations for Assessments

Work Experience
Raccoon River Brewing Company, Des Moines, IA
2012-Present
Hostess/Server
Des Moines Public Schools, Des Moines, IA
2012-2014
AmeriCorps Tutor, Pleasant Hill Elementary

Tutor students K-5 literacy and math

Coach a group of students Iowa Childrens Choice

Plan lessons and activities for small groups and individual students

Assisting with writing conferences

Pella Shakespeare Company, Pella, IA
Summer 2011
Youth Troupe Stage Manger

Organizing documents(costumes forms, permission slips, emergency contact)

Assisting in rehearsals

Coaching and guiding students

La Petite Academy, Des Moines, IA

2008-2009
Assistant School Age Teacher

Supervising children, before/after school and on the playground

Using curriculum materials to teach activities

Assisting children with homework