Taylor Berkshire

1338 Hunters Lake Drive West Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

330.245.7160
tnb38@zips.uakron.edu

EDUCATION
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Education
Major: Early Childhood Inclusive Teacher Preparation Program
GPA: 3.70 Deans List, (2014-2017)
Certification:
Ohio Assessment for Education 001: Assessment of Professional Knowledge (Pre-K-3)
Ohio Assessment for Education 012: Early Childhood Education
Ohio Assessment for Education 013: Early Childhood Special Education
STUDENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Riverview Elementary, Stow/Munroe Falls, Ohio
K-4 Intervention Specialist Education Teacher (January-May 2017)
Taught full schedule, assumed all teacher responsibilities within the classroom and school
Planned and implemented instructional units and pull-out resources
Differentiated instructional lessons to meet the needs of all students
PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Barberton Elementary East, Barberton, Ohio
Kindergarten General Education Teacher (Fall 2016)
Conducted one-on-one and small group activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
Class instruction in language arts and math
Spring Hill Elementary, Spring Field, Ohio
K-3 Special Education Teacher (Fall 2016)
Assisted with classroom activities and daily routine
Provided one-on-one and small group instruction focusing on phonemic awareness skills
Implemented guided reading
Assisted with management of behaviors
The University of Akrons Child Development Center / Macedonia Head Start
General Education Teacher, Pre-k (Fall 2016)
Assisted with classroom activities and daily routine
One-on-one individual instruction experience
Planned and implemented instructional lessons
Communicated regularly with family of focus student
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
Delanies Grille, Tallmadge, Ohio
Waitress (2013-present)
Caregiver
Nanny (2012-present)
Justice, Canton, Ohio
Brand Representative (2012-2014)
Tallmadge Recreational Center
Child Care (2010-2012)

SKILLS
Possess strong multitasking abilities to accomplish tasks in a busy classroom environment
Able to effectively develop strong relationships with students, teachers, and staff
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Smart Board
Possesses strong behavior management skills