Amy DeProspo
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To improve upon my skills and experience as a classroom teacher
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To provide students with a well-rounded educational experience
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To support students in all areas to promote healthy and appropriate physical, social, mental, and emotional growth
Philadelphia Performing Arts: A String Theory Charter School (String Theory High School)
Classroom Teacher: September 2014 - present
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Instructed students with grade-level content in the areas of English and Language Arts from 9-12 grades
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Integrated the use of technology (1:1 iPads and other Apple technology) in the classroom as the primary means of instruction
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Developed content, activities, resources and reference materials for high school level curriculum aligned with PA Common Core Standards with iTunes U
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Created and developed original content for Psychology and Film/Narrative courses as elective classes
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Created and adjusted modified assignments for full inclusion of students with disabilities
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Worked closely with colleagues to create course and curriculum content
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Provided emotional and developmental support for well-being of high school students
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Assisted coaching responsibilities for String Theory High School’s competitive cheerleading team & club moderator of the Anime Club
Boys and Girls Club of Hawthorne - Positive Place Preschool
Classroom Assistant: May 2013 - August 2014
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Assisting in classrooms and activities for children six weeks to five years of age
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Supervising free indoor and outdoor play
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Primary placement and experience in infant classroom (six weeks to eighteen months)
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Nurturing the individual growth and development of infants through multiple resources.
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Supervised after-school programs (Open Gym Nights, Keystone Club, Baking Club)
Glen Rock Public Schools
SACC Program Assistant: September 2013 - June 2014
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Supervised the morning activities of elementary school-aged children
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Assisted students with homework activities
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Managed social situations between students
Preschool Assistant: September 2013 - June 2014
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Provided supplemental support to the lead classroom teachers of the 2½-year-old and 4-year-old classes
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Created and assisted with student-created projects and games
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Oversaw free indoor and outdoor playtime
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Catered to the specific and collective needs of preschool age students
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
Major/Field of Study: Special Education, M.Ed. (in progress -- projected 2017)
Cumulative GPA: in progress
Total Post-Baccalaureate Credit Hours: 15
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
Major/Field of Study: Elementary & Kindergarten Education, BS (2012)
Major/Field of Study: Secondary Education - English and Communications, BS (2013)
Minor: Psychology (focus in Child Development)
Cumulative GPA: 3.66
Activities: Member of Penn State Blue Band, "Pride of the Lions" Volleyball and Baskeball Pep Bands, Volunteer for Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance MaraTHON, Resident Assistant 2009-2010 for Penn State Hazleton Campus
RESUME
Goals & Objectives
Related Work
Experience
Education
Skills & Related Information
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Google Certified Educator - Level 1 (in progress)
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Wide variety of computer and technological skills
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Microsoft Office programs (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook)
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Apple/iWorks programs (Pages, Keynote, Numbers, iLife programs such as iPhoto, GarageBand, iMovie), iTunes U and technology integration in the classroom
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Fluent in Macintosh and PC Operating Systems
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Projectors and Document Camera
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Wide variety of interpersonal skills
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Quick learner
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‘People person’ with years of experience in interpersonal interactions, including customer service and interaction with family members from experience in education
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Quick thinker and problem solver
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CPR Certified with AED training as a Healthcare Provider
Certification Areas
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Pennsylvania Instructional I certification – Elementary K-6th
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Pennsylvania Instructional I certification – English 7-12
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New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing – Elementary K-5
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New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing – Elementary School with Subject Matter Preparation: Language Arts Literacy (5–8)
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Completed New Teacher Induction requirements (PA)