Cindy E. Smith

603 Park Avenue · Greenville, MS 38701 · 662-335-2222 ·

Objective: To obtain a position teaching second grade in the Mississippi Delta

Education:

Delta State University Cleveland, Mississippi

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Graduation Date: May 2009

With Honors, GPA = 3.53

Experience:

Delta State University Cleveland, Mississippi

Tutor January 2006 – Present

·  Tutor students in reading and math

·  Plan and execute skill-level appropriate activities to assist in concept understanding

·  Report student participation and progress to instructors

Parks Elementary School Cleveland, Mississippi

Student Teacher August 2008 – Present

·  Assist with instruction of diverse student population

·  Aid teacher with classroom management

·  Plan and direct lessons through the use of carefully designed lesson plans

·  Teach individualized concepts

·  Organize and create learning centers and bulletin boards

·  Work productively with staff, students, and parents

Skills & Certifications:

·  State of Mississippi Class A Teachers License

·  CPR Certification

·  Fluent in basic Spanish

·  Basic Computer Skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Activities & Honors:

·  Association for Teacher Education, August 2006 – Present

·  Delta Reading Council, October 2005 - Present

·  Dean’s List, Fall 2004 – present

·  Delta Delta Delta Fraternity, August 2004 – Present

·  Student Government Association Environmental Affairs Committee Chair, Fall 2007

·  Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort Volunteer, September 2005

References:

Mr. Napoleon Williams

Mathematics Teacher / Current Supervising Teacher

Stella Ware High School

P.O. Box 1365

Cleveland, Mississippi 38733

Phone: (662) 846-1111

Email:

Mr. Williams can speak on my ability to create and execute lesson plans to present a new mathematical concept. He can also verify my ability to manage a classroom, organizational skills, and punctuality.

Mrs. Monica Smith

Mathematics Teacher / Former Supervising Teacher

Rose Strahan High School

1456 Sunflower Avenue

Cleveland, Mississippi 38733

Phone: (662) 846-2222

Email:

Mrs. Smith can attest to my creativity and excitement for using non-traditional methods to teach math concepts. She will also inform you of my ability to work with faculty and administrators.

Dr. Stella Wear

Professor of Mathematics / Student Teaching Supervisor

Delta State University

P.O. Box 3564

Cleveland, Mississippi 39834

Phone: (662) 846-3333

Email:

Dr. Wear has observed my teaching abilities numerous times and can speak on my ability to connect with students, write creative lesson plans, and use manipulatives to convey mathematical concepts. She may also speak on my excitement about mathematics education in the public schools.

Note: Do not duplex actual resume!!!

March 10, 2009

Mr. Cesar Hakim

Hometown Elementary School

6652 Tina Street

Clarksdale, MS 38614

Dear Mr. Hakim:

I am interested in the second grade teaching position at Hometown Elementary School. I possess the knowledge, experience, skills and talent to make a significant contribution to the success of the institution.

I have a well-rounded education background, and I am looking for an opportunity to put my skills and knowledge to use. The position at your school would give me the opportunity to utilize my teaching abilities to help students at Hometown Elementary School perform at or above the state average by 2009.

I will receive my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Delta State University in May 2009. In addition to excelling in such valuable courses as ______and ______, I have learned a great deal about the classroom through my observation and student teaching experiences. Further, I offer solid experience in teaching through working as a part-time tutor.

In closing, the teaching position at Hometown Elementary School would match my interests and abilities perfectly. I am excited about the possibility of joining the faculty and working closely with the students, parents, faculty and administration. To provide you with more information about my experiences and education, I have enclosed my resume. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Cindy E. Smith

Cindy E. Smith

Enclosure

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