Kelsie Rogers
10 Fairmount St.
Nashua NH, 03064
Education Merrimack College North Andover, MA
Graduation
August 2012 Bachelor of Arts in Communication with concentration in Interpersonal Communication; Concentration in Elementary Education with Moderate Disabilities
Currently
Active Masters of Education; Moderate Disabilities Licensure Program
Experience
September 2014- St. Ann’s Home and School Methuen, MA
Current Permanent Substitute Teacher
• Provided direct instruction to students in grades 6-8
• Composed, edited and worked collaboratively with team members on student’s Individualized Education Plan
• Planned lessons and units around Massachusetts Common Core and Frameworks standards
• Wrote quarterly and semi-annual reports on student progress and classroom behavior
November 2012- St. Ann’s Home and School Methuen, MA
September 2014 Teaching Assistant
• Assisted classroom teacher with classroom preparation
• Worked directly with moderately disabled students in grades 5- 8
• Implemented various lesson plans to whole group as well as small group settings
• Assisted with meeting objectives on students Individualized Education Plan
February 2012- Perkins School for the Blind Watertown, MA
October 2012 Teaching Assistant in Deaf-blind Program
• Working directly with students to maximize independence and self care in development of self-confidence and social skills
• Assisting with meeting objectives of students Individualized Education Plan and reporting progress
• Providing direct care of students in residential setting and creating a positive learning environment
May 2011- Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence Lawrence, MA
August 2011 Academic Programs Counselor
• Created lesson plans ranging from Latin American culture to math and science
• Introduced programs for the organization in area of academics and study
• Assisted children in learning through engagement in academic activities and lessons
October 2008-
May 2012 Merrimack College, Stevens Learning Center, Alexander B. Bruce Middle School Lawrence, MA
Head Coordinator of Tutors
• Responsible for the coordination of a volunteer program supported by the Merrimack College Student Teacher volunteers
• Encourage tutorial support, guidance and mentorship to middle school students
• Support provided on a variety of academic subjects including Math, Science, Social Studies and English
Other Experience
November 2010- Notre Dame Education Center Lawrence, MA
May 2012 English Teaching Assistant
• Volunteer position as an English language tutor to adult learners
• Aid in classroom learning with speaking, reading, writing and understanding basic English skills
• Complete classroom tasks for teachers
December 2009- Merrimack College, Admissions Office North Andover, MA
May 2012 President Ambassador
• Provide direction, support and perspective to prospective Merrimack College students and their families during campus tours
• Represent the College President and Merrimack College at admission events and functions
• Perform various duties and tasks for Admissions office
December 2009- Merrimack College, Writing Center North Andover, MA
May 2012 Writing Center Generalist
• Tutoring for college students requiring additional help with various writing and English grammar skills
• Assigned to assist students in the general academic study center across a wide variety of courses and majors of study
Additional
• Dean’s List 2008, 2010, 2011
• Study Abroad at Universidad de Belgrano, Buenos Aires, Argentina - 6/2010- 11/2010
• Experience in Mac & PC Operating Systems
• Proficient in applications including Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop and Final Cut Pro
• Moderate skills in Spanish and Sign Language