0ctober 1, 2015

Re: Reference letter for Erin Dobey

To: Whom it may concern
The purpose of this letter is to support the teaching application for Erin
Dobey. I had the pleasant opportunity to supervise Erin during her student
teaching experience at Brookview Elementary in Waukee, Iowa. During the
period from August 17th thru October 7th of 2015 she worked with 3 rd grade
children. Erin will complete her student teaching experience in Ireland from
October 12th thru December 18th. I would like to support her teaching
application by elaborating on her skills.
During Erins student teaching experience I conducted formal observations
based on the Iowa Teaching Standards. I observed Erin exhibit positive
expectations for all students, establish good classroom management
techniques and design lessons for student mastery. The range of abilities and
disabilities was vast at Brookview Elementary. However, while serving those
students she addressed each students needs with tenacity and creativity.
Erin has made a lasting impression when it comes to her rapport,
responsibility, and resourcefulness. Her competence to adjust quickly to the
needs of young students is a definite strength. She has the ability to help
them feel safe and nurtured, challenged and encouraged.
Erin Dobeys flexibility in working with students, teachers, administration and
the public earned her an enviable reputation as a young educator who truly
cares about education and people. Without question, she has the academic
preparation, the dedication and the people skills to become a competent
teacher in any educational program.
I believe that Erin Dobey would be an excellent candidate for a teaching
position. She possesses the highest level of professional commitment and
competency in her work with students and colleagues.
For all these reasons, I am pleased to recommend Erin Dobey. Please feel
free to contact me at 515-314-7990 if I can be of further assistance.
Sincerely,

Denny Warren

DRAKE University Supervisor of Student Teaching