Kelly A. Monahan
EDUCATION__________________________________________________________________
Michigan State University, May, 2008-Present GPA 4.0
Educational Technology Certificate Program
Continuing Masters Degree, 26 credits as of August, 2011
Master of Educational Instruction, January, 2006-2007 GPA 4.0
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
12 credits as of August 2006, towards Masters Degree
Michigan Provisional Certificate, January, 2003
All subjects K-5, all subjects K-8 self-contained: Elementary Education, ZA Endorsement
Bachelor of Science in Education, April 2003 GPA 3.5
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Major: Elementary Group Minor
Minor: Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Emphasis, Mathematics and Science, and Creative Arts.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1996-1999
Oshtemo, Michigan
Liberal Arts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE___________________________________________________
Battle Creek Catholic Schools, St. Joseph Elementary, Battle Creek MI
Preschool Teacher, September 2007- 2008
· Classroom teacher for 11 students
· Planned and implemented theme based lessons
· Implemented a communication program for autistic child
· Taught Prayers and sign of the cross
· Assessed students for mid-year conferences
· Held parent teacher conferences
· Planned and executed field trips
· Utilized 1,2, 3 Magic behavior management plan
· Wrote bi-weekly newsletters
· Collaborated with other Preschool teachers, including Speech Therapist
· Completed “Protecting God’s Children” Training & monthly VIRTUS Trainings
· Attended IEP Meetings
Portage Public Schools, Woodland Elementary Portage MI
2nd Grade long term Guest Teacher position, May 2007-June 2007
· Planned lessons using Houghton Mifflin reading series, Chicago math, and science curriculum in all subjects for 19 second graders (including two main-streamed hearing impaired students)
· Utilized a behavior management plan
· Communicated with parents by use of notes, emails and telephone
· Integrated technology into assignments
· Used diverse teaching techniques for different learning needs
· Used IMS grade book for attendance and input of grades
· Co-wrote end of the year report cards
· Administered end of the year assessments including: STAR, DIBELS, District reading, math and science assessments
· Collaborate with other grade level teachers, including hearing impaired staff
· Attended two Mark Dressel seminars about The John Collins writing program
· Prepared and organized classroom parent helpers
· Attended staff meetings
Portage YMCA Tot Spot, Portage MI
Child Care Provider/Babysitter, June 2005-August 2005
· Care for children ages 0-12 on a drop in basis
· Provide a nurturing and loving environment to all children
· Take care of the basic needs of infants and toddlers
· Clean and disinfect toys and other materials used by staff and children
Portage Public Schools, Woodland Elementary Portage MI
Reading Paraprofessional, October 2004-September 2007 K-5
· Attended Read Naturally Training
· Attended Six-Plus One Traits writing seminar in relation to MEAP testing
· Planned and taught small groups of 1st grade students, in reading fluency, and comprehension.
· Planned and taught a small group of 2nd grade students in fluency and reading comprehension using SOAR strategies.
· Facilitated Houghton-Mifflin SOAR to Success reading program to 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students.
· Facilitated REWARDS word attack program for 3rd-4th grade students using decoding strategies for multisyllabic words, and increase reading fluency.
· Taught a small group of Kindergarteners for Front Loading using reading recovery strategies.
· Set up and manage an enrichment program for 1st graders using Accelerated Reader, and above grade materials.
· Managed the Accelerated Reading and STAR computer programs. Provided results to teachers.
· Trained in DIBELS, assess students three times a year and Progress Monitor students on a weekly basis.
· Assist first grade teachers with running records and the Houghton-Mifflin Reading Theme Assessments.
Learning Village, Kalamazoo MI
Preschool Teacher, January 2004-October 2004
· Plan and implemented daily activities using High/Scope curriculum for ages 2.5-6
· Assessed students using a Child Observation Record
· Conducted parent-teacher conferences
· Wrote weekly newsletters
· Attended High/Scope conferences
Indian Prairie Elementary School, Kalamazoo Public School District, Kalamazoo, MI
Intern Teacher, January-April 2003 Kindergarten
· Taught all content areas to 36 energetic kindergartners by using various teaching techniques based around individual needs and objectives.
· Assessed and recorded student work on a daily basis, as well as on report cards.
· Participated in parent-teacher conferences
· Integrated technology (videos, computers, digital camera and overhead projector) into the classroom.
· Communicated with parents through use of newsletters.
· Used many hands-on experiments in all subject areas to enhance learning.
· Attended weekly staff meetings and monthly district meetings
The Gagie School, Private School, Kalamazoo, MI
Pre-Intern Teacher, October-December 2002 Third Grade
· Planned, administered, and assessed mathematics and science units to 16 dynamic third graders.
· Carried out the classroom management and behavioral plans pre-set in the classroom by the teacher.
· Integrated creative arts and hands-on experiences with the math and science lessons.
· Co-taught lessons in mathematics and science
· Led small group reading instruction
Oakwood Elementary School, Kalamazoo Public School District, Kalamazoo, MI
First Grade Pre-Intern Teacher, February-April 2002
· Assessed and tutored reading levels for 23 first graders
· Learned and practiced classroom management skills
RELATED EXPERIENCES_______________________________________________________
Portage Family YMCA
Tot Spot, March 2000-Current
· Provide childcare services for patrons of the YMCA
· Children ages 0-9
· Communicate with staff members daily
· Maintain a clean atmosphere and playroom
Portage North Middle School, Portage, MI
Volleyball Coach 8th Grade, January-March 2004
· Set up and ran daily practices
· Coached A and B teams
· Provided team support for 19 eighth grade girls
Portage Public School District, Portage Mi (WSI)
Substitute Teacher, September 2003-January2004
· Guest teacher for Portage Elementary and Middle Schools
· Perform duties of regular classroom teacher
· Paraprofessional
Childcare Provider, Portage Mi
Babysitter/Nanny,June-August 2003
· Cared and provided for the daily needs for three children ages 7-9
· Tutored all three children in reading and math
· Provided and organized daily activities
TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE _______________________________________________
· WebQuest, Wiki and blog creation experience
· Knowledge of how to create a class website
· Microsoft Office, and Publisher
· Knowledge of various Internet applications and forms of email
EDUCATION__________________________________________________________________
Michigan State University, May, 2008-Present GPA 4.0
Educational Technology Certificate Program
Continuing Masters Degree, 26 credits as of August, 2011
Master of Educational Instruction, January, 2006-2007 GPA 4.0
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
12 credits as of August 2006, towards Masters Degree
Michigan Provisional Certificate, January, 2003
All subjects K-5, all subjects K-8 self-contained: Elementary Education, ZA Endorsement
Bachelor of Science in Education, April 2003 GPA 3.5
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Major: Elementary Group Minor
Minor: Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Emphasis, Mathematics and Science, and Creative Arts.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1996-1999
Oshtemo, Michigan
Liberal Arts
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE___________________________________________________
Battle Creek Catholic Schools, St. Joseph Elementary, Battle Creek MI
Preschool Teacher, September 2007- 2008
· Classroom teacher for 11 students
· Planned and implemented theme based lessons
· Implemented a communication program for autistic child
· Taught Prayers and sign of the cross
· Assessed students for mid-year conferences
· Held parent teacher conferences
· Planned and executed field trips
· Utilized 1,2, 3 Magic behavior management plan
· Wrote bi-weekly newsletters
· Collaborated with other Preschool teachers, including Speech Therapist
· Completed “Protecting God’s Children” Training & monthly VIRTUS Trainings
· Attended IEP Meetings
Portage Public Schools, Woodland Elementary Portage MI
2nd Grade long term Guest Teacher position, May 2007-June 2007
· Planned lessons using Houghton Mifflin reading series, Chicago math, and science curriculum in all subjects for 19 second graders (including two main-streamed hearing impaired students)
· Utilized a behavior management plan
· Communicated with parents by use of notes, emails and telephone
· Integrated technology into assignments
· Used diverse teaching techniques for different learning needs
· Used IMS grade book for attendance and input of grades
· Co-wrote end of the year report cards
· Administered end of the year assessments including: STAR, DIBELS, District reading, math and science assessments
· Collaborate with other grade level teachers, including hearing impaired staff
· Attended two Mark Dressel seminars about The John Collins writing program
· Prepared and organized classroom parent helpers
· Attended staff meetings
Portage YMCA Tot Spot, Portage MI
Child Care Provider/Babysitter, June 2005-August 2005
· Care for children ages 0-12 on a drop in basis
· Provide a nurturing and loving environment to all children
· Take care of the basic needs of infants and toddlers
· Clean and disinfect toys and other materials used by staff and children
Portage Public Schools, Woodland Elementary Portage MI
Reading Paraprofessional, October 2004-September 2007 K-5
· Attended Read Naturally Training
· Attended Six-Plus One Traits writing seminar in relation to MEAP testing
· Planned and taught small groups of 1st grade students, in reading fluency, and comprehension.
· Planned and taught a small group of 2nd grade students in fluency and reading comprehension using SOAR strategies.
· Facilitated Houghton-Mifflin SOAR to Success reading program to 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students.
· Facilitated REWARDS word attack program for 3rd-4th grade students using decoding strategies for multisyllabic words, and increase reading fluency.
· Taught a small group of Kindergarteners for Front Loading using reading recovery strategies.
· Set up and manage an enrichment program for 1st graders using Accelerated Reader, and above grade materials.
· Managed the Accelerated Reading and STAR computer programs. Provided results to teachers.
· Trained in DIBELS, assess students three times a year and Progress Monitor students on a weekly basis.
· Assist first grade teachers with running records and the Houghton-Mifflin Reading Theme Assessments.
Learning Village, Kalamazoo MI
Preschool Teacher, January 2004-October 2004
· Plan and implemented daily activities using High/Scope curriculum for ages 2.5-6
· Assessed students using a Child Observation Record
· Conducted parent-teacher conferences
· Wrote weekly newsletters
· Attended High/Scope conferences
Indian Prairie Elementary School, Kalamazoo Public School District, Kalamazoo, MI
Intern Teacher, January-April 2003 Kindergarten
· Taught all content areas to 36 energetic kindergartners by using various teaching techniques based around individual needs and objectives.
· Assessed and recorded student work on a daily basis, as well as on report cards.
· Participated in parent-teacher conferences
· Integrated technology (videos, computers, digital camera and overhead projector) into the classroom.
· Communicated with parents through use of newsletters.
· Used many hands-on experiments in all subject areas to enhance learning.
· Attended weekly staff meetings and monthly district meetings
The Gagie School, Private School, Kalamazoo, MI
Pre-Intern Teacher, October-December 2002 Third Grade
· Planned, administered, and assessed mathematics and science units to 16 dynamic third graders.
· Carried out the classroom management and behavioral plans pre-set in the classroom by the teacher.
· Integrated creative arts and hands-on experiences with the math and science lessons.
· Co-taught lessons in mathematics and science
· Led small group reading instruction
Oakwood Elementary School, Kalamazoo Public School District, Kalamazoo, MI
First Grade Pre-Intern Teacher, February-April 2002
· Assessed and tutored reading levels for 23 first graders
· Learned and practiced classroom management skills
RELATED EXPERIENCES_______________________________________________________
Portage Family YMCA
Tot Spot, March 2000-Current
· Provide childcare services for patrons of the YMCA
· Children ages 0-9
· Communicate with staff members daily
· Maintain a clean atmosphere and playroom
Portage North Middle School, Portage, MI
Volleyball Coach 8th Grade, January-March 2004
· Set up and ran daily practices
· Coached A and B teams
· Provided team support for 19 eighth grade girls
Portage Public School District, Portage Mi (WSI)
Substitute Teacher, September 2003-January2004
· Guest teacher for Portage Elementary and Middle Schools
· Perform duties of regular classroom teacher
· Paraprofessional
Childcare Provider, Portage Mi
Babysitter/Nanny,June-August 2003
· Cared and provided for the daily needs for three children ages 7-9
· Tutored all three children in reading and math
· Provided and organized daily activities
TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE _______________________________________________
· WebQuest, Wiki and blog creation experience
· Knowledge of how to create a class website
· Microsoft Office, and Publisher
· Knowledge of various Internet applications and forms of email
