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Kimberly C. Zelenak is seeking a K-5 teaching position with experience as a 2nd grade teacher and substitute teacher. She has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Eastern Michigan University with a 3.98 GPA and endorsements in mathematics. Her experience includes teaching 2nd grade at Island City Academy where she implemented Common Core standards and used data to guide instruction, as well as substitute teaching and student teaching. She is proficient in classroom management strategies and integrating technology into lessons.

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Kimberly C. Zelenak is seeking a K-5 teaching position with experience as a 2nd grade teacher and substitute teacher. She has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Eastern Michigan University with a 3.98 GPA and endorsements in mathematics. Her experience includes teaching 2nd grade at Island City Academy where she implemented Common Core standards and used data to guide instruction, as well as substitute teaching and student teaching. She is proficient in classroom management strategies and integrating technology into lessons.

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Kimberly C.

Zelenak
223 N. Main St. #224
Eaton Rapids, MI
[email protected]
(586) 489-5917

Objective

To obtain employment as a K-5 teacher.

Education

Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI


Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Summa Cum Laude
Mathematics endorsement (Grades 6-8)
Honors College, Deans list for 9 semesters
Honors/Awards
College of Education Furlotte Twins Endowed Scholarship
College of Education Dorcas Wolf Scholarship
Regents Scholarship

Experience

Dec. 2012
GPA: 3.98

Fall 2011-Winter 2012


Fall 2010-Winter 2011
Fall 2008-Winter 2012

Island City Academy, Eaton Rapids, MI


Sept. 2013-Present
2nd Grade Teacher
Taught Saxon Phonics and Saxon Math lessons as part of my curriculum
Used manipulatives in Mathematics to guide instruction
Organized and taught hands-on Science lessons through the Battle Creek Science
curriculum
Planned writing lessons that align with the Common Core Standards to ensure
student achievement in writing
Led guided-reading groups as part of reading instruction during Daily 5
Used positive reinforcement on a daily basis as a strategy to increase student
responsibility and manage behavior
Led discussions on character traits (e.g., respect and honesty) to create a
comfortable classroom environment
Communicated with parents at conferences to discuss student progress and
suggested interventions to improve academic achievement
Used data from standardized testing to guide instruction in reading and math
EDUStaff, Macomb, MI
Substitute Teacher (K-8)
Maintained a safe classroom environment
Taught lessons and assisted students with their schoolwork
Followed directions left by grade-level teachers

Nov. 2012-June 2013

Ojibwa Elementary School, Macomb, MI


Sept.-Dec. 2012
Student Teacher (2nd Grade)
Created and implemented cooperative learning and Common Core lessons in math
and language arts instruction
Worked closely with students in Response to Intervention (RTI) groups to work on
reading fluency and comprehension
Administered Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) tests to assess reading
growth to guide instruction
Organized students into reading groups by interpreting data from the STAR Reading
assessment in order to drive instruction
Collaborated with teachers on the 2nd grade team to plan fluency lessons to drive
instruction in Response to Intervention groups

Designed inquiry-based science lessons in my unit on physical properties of matter


that focused on cooperative learning

Ann Arbor YMCA, Ann Arbor, MI


June 2011-Aug.2012
Camp Counselor & Soccer Coach
Maintained a safe environment for children ages 4-11
Engaged children with camp games and activities
Fostered childrens self-esteem and respectful behavior
Planned and managed soccer practices and games for children ages 4-11

Professional
Development

Eaton RESA, Charlotte, MI


Positive Behavior Intervention Supports
Helped develop a school-wide positive behavior system

Winter 2015

Eaton RESA, Charlotte, MI


Feb 2014
Dr. Anita Archer Classroom Management Workshop
Learned management techniques to use in the classroom that foster more student
participation.
Island City Academy, Eaton Rapids, MI
Jan 2014
Teacher Technology Training
Learned how to incorporate technology in the classroom to guide instruction
Created a Capstone lesson plan integrating technology with Social Studies
Ojibwa Elementary, Macomb, MI
Nov.-Dec. 2012
Daily Five Workshop & DIBELS Training
Learned how to administer the DIBELS reading assessment
Tested incoming kindergarten students on letter recognition and sounds
Madonna University, Livonia, MI
Nov. 2012
MATE Conference
Making it Real: Building your Toolbox to Become a Highly Effective Teacher
Learned how to differentiate instruction in the classroom to reach all students needs
Extracurricular
Activities

Eastern Michigan University


Circle K International
Sept. 2010-June 2012
Participated in community service projects in Ypsilanti, MI and Ann Arbor, MI to give
back to the community and lead by example
New Student Orientation Assistant
Aug. 2010
Facilitated groups of first year students through a series of campus events to help
make their transition to the University as comfortable as possible

References
Jeannine Moriconi
Elementary School Teacher
Ojibwa Elementary School
46950 Heydenreich
Macomb, MI 48044
(586) 260-2550
[email protected]

P. David Visnaw II
Instrumental Music Director
Anchor Bay High School
6319 County Line Rd
Fair Haven, MI 48023
(586) 648-2500 ex. 2359
[email protected]

Dr. Donna Wissbrun


University Supervisor
Eastern Michigan University
3612 Thornwood Drive
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 475-0074
[email protected]

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