November 16, 2015

Re: Reference letter for Lindsay Trappen

The purpose of this letter is to support the teaching application for Lindsay Trappen. I had the
pleasant opportunity to supervise Lindsay during her student teaching experience at Walnut
Hills Elementary in Waukee, Iowa. During the period from August 31st thru October 16th of 2015
she worked with 1st grade children. Lindsay will complete her student teaching experience at
Jordan Creek Elementary in West Des Moines, Iowa working with 5th grade students from
October 19th thru December 11th. I would like to support her teaching application by
elaborating on her skills.
During Lindsays student teaching experience I conducted several formal observations based on
the Iowa Teaching Standards. I observed Lindsay 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 both Walnut Hills Elementary and Jordan Creek
Elementary. However, while serving those students she addressed each students needs with
tenacity and creativity.
Lindsay 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.
Lindsay Trappens 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 Lindsay Trappen 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 Lindsay Trappen. 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