Kelli M.

Henderson
2993 Cedar Creek Rd., Attica MI 48412
(586) 242-3431 Khenderson@oakland.edu Hendersonkelli.weebly.com
CAREER AMBITION

Energetic, ambitious, and highly organized professional seeking a teaching position specializing in the areas of
biology, chemistry, and/or physical science. My desire is to obtain a teaching position in a secondary school where I
can fully utilize my skills, knowledge, and experience to educate and provide students with the necessary learning
they require to be successful in todays society. My goal is to be part of a team which will provide the tools and
atmosphere conducive to continuous improvement for both teachers and students.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts (BA), GPA 3.28 Dec. 2013

Oakland University, Rochester Hills, MI

General Education, GPA 3.61 2002-2009

Macomb Community College, Clinton Twp., MI

CERTIFICATIONS

Michigan Secondary Teacher Certification May 2017

Major: Biology (DA); Biology, Life Science, Anatomy & Physiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Microbiology
Major: Integrated Science (DI); General Science, Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science

First Aid and CPR Exp. August 2018

MEMBERSHIPS

Student Michigan Education Association (SMEA) 2016-2017

NSTA- Oakland University chapter 2016-2017
National Science Teacher Association (NSTA)
Michigan Science Teacher Association (MSTA)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Michigan Science Teachers Association Annual Conference (March 2016)

AdvanceED School Improvement Goals and Strategies (6 hours, Feb 2017)
Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) (16 hours, Aug 2016)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

International Academy of Flint, Flint, MI Aug. 2017- present

Secondary Educator, Student Support Specialist
Lead teacher for biology, chemistry, and conceptual physics
o Implement SABIS teaching methodology
Student support specialist for MTSS department, focusing on secondary math
o Push-In support for general education classrooms
o Pull-Out support implementing Study Island program
Hart Middle School, Rochester, MI July 2017
Rochester Community Schools Summer Learning Program, Chemistry
Lead teacher for credit recovery chemistry course

Carman-Ainsworth High School , Flint, MI Apr. 2017 June 2017

Long Term Substitute, 10th grade Biology
Co-Taught with special education teacher

Imlay City High School, Imlay City, MI Aug. 2016 Apr. 2017
Student Teaching Internship, 10th grade Biology, 11th grade Anatomy & Physiology
Attend and partake in parent-teacher conferences
Participate in all science department meetings, and professional development opportunities
Active role in planning and implementing school-wide 10th grade STEM project (epidemiology unit)
Collaborate with special education teacher, teachers aide, and professional teachers
Adapt teaching style and materials to meet the learning needs of all students
Devise and implement a variety of lesson plans designed around high leverage teaching practices

EMPLOYMENT

Professional Educational Services Group Mar. 2015 Aug. 2016

Substitute Teacher, grades K-12
Implement and practice effective classroom management strategies
Follow through with given lesson plans
Effective follow up communication with cooperating teacher

Shelby Urgent Care Nov 2011 Jan 2013

Medical Assistant/ Certified Nurse Assistant
Register/Schedule patients using Epic EMR system, maintain patient charts, Insurance verification
Demonstrated excellent performance in patient care including: X-rays (digital and non-digital machines),
phlebotomy, electrocardiography, obtain accurate vitals, triage, injections, splinting, physicals, and drug
screens. Perform in-lab tests including: Urinalysis, HCG, Mono, Strep

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Accountable, organized, ambitious Proven capability to multitask projects and demands

Proficient with Microsoft Office Strong team player; relates well with management and peers

PHILOSOPHY

Student engagement must be earned, not commanded, as it is imperative to achieving high levels of success. A
careful blend of classroom culture, rigorous content, and meticulous planning will encourage students to tackle their
uncertainties and take control of their learning. I am passionately committed to promoting a positive and dynamic
learning environment to encourage creativity and higher-order thinking.

REFERENCES

Robert Beebe bbeebe@icschools.us

Cooperating teacher, Imlay City High School (810) 790-4938

Joseph Sayers sayers@oakland.edu

Oakland University Supervisor (248) 656-5126