Office of Field Experiences 1430 E.

Second Street

College of Education P.O. Box 210069

Tucson, AZ 85721-0069

520-621-5905

Fax: 520-626-7303

June 8, 2017

To Whom It May Concern:

It is with great enthusiasm that I write this reference at the request of Katie Serrao who is applying
for a teaching position in your school district. Ms. Serrao was under my supervision for the spring
2016 semester while completing her student teaching requirements.

Ms. Serrao has exhibited the skills necessary to effectively conduct a lesson with full engagement of
all students. She is conscientious and meticulous in her planning, making sure to incorporate
differentiation strategies and frequent checks for understanding. During our coaching conversations,
Ms. Serrao is very reflective about what she thinks she needs to improve upon and what went well.
Our conversations always ended with specific steps she will take to enhance her next teaching
opportunity.

Ms. Serraos warm personality and rapport with the students are excellent. Her content knowledge
was even noticed by many faculty members as she collaborated and participated in the planning of
different learning opportunities. Her willingness to take suggestions, modify lessons, and experiment
with new strategies has demonstrated her motivation and reflection about teaching and learning.

I would recommend Ms. Serrao for employment without reservation. She has tremendous initiative,
a desire to continue to learn, and a reflective practitioner outlook. Along with her command of all
subject areas and her effective teaching strategies with adolescents, she is a model of an excellent
teacher. I would strongly encourage you to interview and to give serious consideration to this
prospective teacher. She would be an asset to any school. Please feel free to contact me for any
more information you might need.

Respectfully,

Monica Granillo
University Supervisor
Teacher in Residence
Teaching, Learning, and Sociocultural Studies
(520) 490-5044
mmp2@email.arizona.edu

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