Adam H.

Sharp
(810) 210-1523 sharpad1@gmail.com www.sharpad1.weebly.com
________________________________________________________________________________________________ Secondary science teacher who values critical thinking and experiential learning. Strong management skills developed as head teacher of urban summer ESL program. Driven by curiosity for the natural sciences; passionate about student engagement and growth. EDUCATION Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI Bachelor of Science, May 2013 Major: Biological Sciences (DA) Minor: Integrated Science (DI-Chemistry, Physics & Earth Science) Certification: Secondary Education, highly qualified DA & DI grades 6-12 Southfield-Lathrup High School, Southfield, MI Student Teacher, August 2013-April 2014 Taught Biology I & II, Honors Biology I & II, International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology in an inclusion setting Planned daily lessons using current and Next Generation Science Standards Utilized inquiry based instruction and differentiated instruction Piloted a tutoring program geared toward the lowest achieving academic 30% Worked collaboratively with department members to generate inquiry lessons Organized interdisciplinary lessons Lansing Refugee Development Center, Lansing, MI Lead Teacher for the Gaining Learning Opportunities through Better English (G.L.O.B.E) Program, May-August 2013 Taught ESL (English as a Second Language) levels 1-5 in an inclusion classroom Planned an ESL based curriculum for 200 middle and high school ESL students Stressed scientific career options for students Worked to help new members of the community transition to citizenship Lansing Refugee Development Center, Lansing, MI Curriculum Developer for the Educational Camp for Science and English Learners (E.C.S.E.L) Program, May-July 2013 Planned an ESL based science curriculum for 60 middle school students on topics including human anatomy, plant physiology, and energy cycles Emphasized scientific literacy in the classroom Taught scientific practices through experience in the field Successfully managed a team of 5 student teachers and 3 translators Chippewa Middle School, Okemos, MI Student Teacher, Grade 7, October-May 2012 Practiced proactive classroom management strategies Modified lessons and assessments for special needs students Engaged students in interactive labs and lessons Addressed National Technology Standards (NETS) and 21st century skills

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

WORK EXPERIENCE

Campus Living Services, East Lansing, MI Student Supervisor, 2010-2013 Trained employees Supervised student workers Scheduled shifts for 20 employees Riverside Canoe Trips, Honor, MI Customer Care Representative, 2006-2010

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Trained new employees on equipment use Taught lessons on canoeing/kayaking Managed customer complaints/concerns

Professional Affiliations Michigan Science Teacher Association Trained ACT proctor International Baccalaureate Association (IBA) proficient Michigan Humane Society Other Qualifications CPR Certified Experienced with online grading programs including MiStar Familiar with classroom software including Beyond Question

REFERENCES
Sara Grant Mentor Teacher-Biology, Southfield-Lathrup High School 19301 W. 12 Mile Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 506-1712 GRANTSL@southfield.k12.mi.us Ariel Rodriguez Pena Lead ESL Faculty and Summer Camp Coordinator, Refugee Development Center 122 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912 (517) 482-2252 arodriguezpena@rdclansing.org Shirin Kambin Timms Executive Director, Refugee Development Center 122 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Lansing, MI 48912 (517) 253-8025 stimms@rdclansing.org Please view my professional website for letters of recommendation, philosophy, lesson samples, and more.

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