Paige Baker

2224 Elmer Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (616) 340-xxxx bakerpa3@gmail.com missbakersenglishclass.weebly.com

Certifications

State of Michigan Teaching Certification

First Aid and CPR Certification

Education
2014

Michigan State University

Teacher Certification
Bachelor of English Literature
Minor in Spanish

Teaching Experience
20152014

City Middle High School, Grand Rapids MI

Intern Teacher of 9th and 10th Grade IB English
Created engaging lessons and units based on International Baccalaureate Curriculum
for 9th and 10th grade.
Developed culturally relevant lessons to reach diverse learners.
Differentiated lessons and assessments based on class size and student body.
Reflected and revised curriculum to meet the individual needs of students.
Incorporated mini-lessons into curriculum based on data, observations and reflection.
Assessed student learning through testing, projects, discussions and presentations.
Fostered a respectful, responsible, and rigorous classroom environment.
Accommodated student learning needs, including IEPs and 504 plans.
Managed classrooms of varying size and demographics.
Incorporated technology into the classroom space and lessons.
Communicated with students, parents, and colleagues.
Participated as a member of multiple PLCs.
Attended staff and professional development meetings.
Organized classroom spaces according to student and learning needs.
Supervised field trips and attended student extracurricular activities.
Collected student learning data and presented findings to PLCs.
Studied individual students needs and revised teaching practices.

2014

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Pre-service Teacher of Precollege Writing 1004
Cooperated with college professors to engage international college students in
remedial English.
Encouraged a culturally relevant classroom and learning environment.
Constructed mini-lessons based on student assessment and data.
Established relationships with students to better understand cultural and linguistic
differences.
Assessed student learning, including written and digital projects

2013

Eastern High School, Lansing MI

Classroom tutor of Resource English Classroom
Designed lesson plans for unique learners with IEPs and plans
Organized classroom grammar and comprehension review activities and lessons.
Established working relationships with students and teachers.

2012

Sexton High School, Lansing MI

Classroom tutor of ESL and Resource English Classrooms
Aided students understanding in multiple subject areas through one on one and small
group tutoring.
Prepared small group study strategy lessons.
Presented readings through multiple formats in order to differentiate for diverse
learners.

2011

Eastern High School, Lansing MI

Classroom tutor of ESL and Refugee Students
Acquired training in regards to the needs to refugee students
Mentored refugee students academically and socially.
Familiarized myself with academic and social needs of international students.
Differentiated tutelage for students with diverse cultural backgrounds.

2010

Everett High School, Lansing MI

Afterschool Mentor and Writing Tutor
Assisted in organizing after school mentoring events.
Forged relationships with students.
Led one-on-one writing tutoring.

Study Abroad
2012

Universidad Internacional Menndez-Pelayo, Santander, Spain

Student of Spanish Language, Literature and Culture
Grew writing, reading and speaking skills in Spanish.
Gained insight into global awareness and cultural learning.

Other Work Experience

20102014

Michigan State University Culinary Services, East Lansing MI

Student Supervisor
Cultivated leadership, decision making, collaborative and organizational skills.
Introduced all new employees to their roles in the cafeteria.
Maintained communication between managers and employees.
Managed and maintained staff and shifts of varying lengths and sizes.

Leadership Experience
20122014

Michigan State University Spanish Club

Chair of Community Engagement
Collaborated in the founding of the Michigan State University Spanish Club.

Elected as a board member and chair of community engagement.

Organized cultural and linguistic events in the community and on campus.

References:

Erin Emperor
Mentor Teacher
emperore@grps.org
(616) 819-xxxx

Kristin McIllhagga
Field Instructor
mcilhagg@msu.edu
(517) 414-xxxx

Sara Leo
Course Instructor
leosara@msu.edu