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  Hello. My name is Chris Derricotte.I am married and have two children. One daughter is in fifth grade and the other is a sophomore in college.  I am earning my bachelors degree in education with a certification in K-3. I am a non traditional college student, but I feel that it is never too late to learn. I work at an elementary school as a kindergarten teacher aide. I learn so much from my students every day! I can not wait for the day when I get my own classroom and start teaching.

My Technology Skills:

• Power Point
• Prezi
• Glogster
• Wiki
• Excel
• Word
• Smart Board
• Microsoft Office
• Blogger

Christine Derricotte

540 Charles Avenue

Amherst, Ohio 44001

(440) 984-1726

dercot1000@gmail.com.

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OBJECTIVE

     I would like to obtain a teaching position in a middle school setting. I have worked in the Amherst school district for the past seven years as a teacher aide would like to apply my skills and techniques in a

class room setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

I have worked in the Amherst school district for seven years. I have worked in classrooms ranging from kindergarten to junior high.  I have strong communication and collaborative skills, as well as critical thinking and problem solving techniques. I am certified in the Project More Reading program. I am a team player who is willing to help out when needed.  I don’t believe that my job description is my job.  My job is to help students succeed in the academic journey.  

 

EDUCATION

Currently Pursuing:                                             Expected Transfer:

Associate of Arts in Teacher Education                 Bachelor of Teacher Education          

Lorain County Community College – Elyria, OH  Ashland University, UP Program LCCC

Expected Graduation Date: 2014                                 Expected Graduation Date: May, 2016

GPA 3.6                                                                

RELEVANT COURSE WORK

·         Introduction to the Education Profession (EDCT 281)

·         College Composition I and II (ENGL 161 &162)

·         Introduction to Psychology (PSYH 151)

·         Child Development (PSYH 253)

·         Introduction to Sociology (SOCY 151)

·         Principals of Teaching and Learning (EDCT 252)

·         Individuals With Exceptionalities (EDCT 254

·         Social Issues in Education (EDCT 275)

·         Educational Technology (EDCT264)

TECHNOLOGY COMPETENCIES

    

·         Microsoft Office

·         Word, Excel and Power Point

·         Smart board

·         PC computers

·         Blogs and Wikis

·         Smart Phones

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AMHERST EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOLS, Amherst, Ohio

2012- Present

Teacher Aide – Powers Elementary

·         Assist classroom teachers and students with successful completion of required curriculum. 

·         Maintain classroom discipline in alignment with the classroom teacher.

·         Encourage student’s academic success with positive reinforcement.

·         Work closely with special needs students on day to day tasks in order for them to be more independent.

·         Successfully accomplished all tasks assigned.

·         Administered and recorded data from KRA-L and Dibels assessments for students.

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2008-2011

Monitor – Harris Elementary

·         Assisted with office/ clinic duties.

·         Filled in for secretary when needed.

·         Recorded daily attendance for all students.

·         Helped implement the Project More Reading Program.

·         Assisted with the OAA testing preparation, delivery, and completion.

·         Supervised students during lunch and recess.

Favorite Educational Websites

•   http://www.brainpop.com/
• http://www.padlette.com/edu/
•  http://www.ixl.com/math/