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SUMMARY
Motivated, hardworking, flexible student and aspiring teacher hoping to educate
secondary level students in biology and integrated sciences using empathetic social skills
to manage student behavior and take in account the strengths and weaknesses of the
students
Felishia
SKILLS
Block  Growth Mindset  Experience in leadership
 Foster safe lab environment  Motivated team player
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 Patience and empathy for student  Strong work ethic
felishia.block@gmail.com
concerns  Positive communication with
6626 Meisner Rd
 CPR certified students and parents
China, MI 48054

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education
Oakland University
Rochester, MI
 Biology Endorsement
 Pending diploma April 2023
 Pending Integrated Science Endorsement
 Online portfolio coming April 2023
Bachelor of Science: Biology
Oakland University Dec 2020
Rochester, MI
 Magna Cum Laude graduate
 Major in Biology
 Dean's List Honoree 2017-2020
 Oakland University Talented Scholar Recipient
 Oakland University Golden Grant Recipient

Student Teaching
Marysville, MI
Marysville High School/September 2022 to current
 Created lesson plans according to biology state standards
 Individualized instruction to support students.
 Fostered a safe classroom environment with attention to student learning and
emotional support.
 Monitored biology labs to create a safe environment.
 Core teaching practices implemented are leading group discussions, explaining
and modeled content, formative and summative assessment, and eliciting &
 interpreting student learning
 Worked with Google Classroom, Moodle, and Edpuzzle learning platforms
 Communicated with parents via email and parent teacher conferences
 Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies according to IEP and 504.
Field Placement
Anchor Bay, MI
Anchor Bay High School/ January 2022 to April 2022
 Helped students with subject knowledge as well as general abilities in learning,
studying, and retaining information.
 Observed mentor teacher instruct 9th grade students in honors and regular
biology.
AVID Tutor
Utica, MI
Utica Community Schools/ Oct 2021 to Dec 2021
 Employed AVID-based strategies to boost academic performance of high school
students.
 Supported struggling students by using individualized approaches to target
specific deficiencies.
 Helped students with subject knowledge as well as general abilities in learning,
studying, and retaining information.
 Tutored students in various subjects to improve classwork and grades.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Team Member
Marysville, MI
Tractor Supply Company/ May 2021 to Current
 Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
 Maintained excellent levels of workplace cleanliness around equipment to
enhance safety and productivity.
 Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
Farm Hand
China, MI
J.B. Stables/ Nov 2015 to Current
 Assist trainer with teaching student lessons and horse shows.
 Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals.
 Repaired boards, barbed wire, and electrified fences to maintain safety and
security