LAUREN PARZIANELLO

1745 Nightingale St. Dearborn, MI 48128

Phone: (313) 421-0970 E-Mail: ltparzianello@gmail.com
Teaching Certifications and Endorsements Pending April 2016
General Elementary K-5 ZG
Learning Disabilities K-12 SM

Mathematics 6-8 EX Elementary

Education

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Post-Graduate Teaching Internship, April 2016, 4.0/4.0 GPA
12 Graduate-Level Credits

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Arts, Honors College, Class of 2015, 3.7/4.0 GPA
Major: Special Education Learning Disabilities
Teaching Major: Mathematics
Teaching Experience

Eastern High School

February 2016-Present

7th/8th Grade Special Education, Lansing, MI

Lead-taught special education Math, English and Study Skills classes; co-taught 8th grade English class
Developed literacy-based inquiry project for self-contained special education class

Attwood Elementary School

January 2016

STEM Academy

January 2016

5th Grade Resource Room, Lansing, MI

Administered and scored norm-referenced tests including AIMSweb, SORT, and BASIS
Developed and implemented cross-curricular lesson plans based on district pacing guide
1st-3rd Grade Resource Room, Lansing, MI
Utilized the Orton-Gillingham Approach to reading instruction for struggling students
Collected student data to complete IEP progress reports

Mount Hope STEAM School

September 2015-December 2015

Mount Hope STEAM School

September 2014-May 2015

5th Grade, Lansing, MI

Lead-taught a class of 27 students, 5 with IEPs and 3 with 504 Plans
Maintained classroom management and parent communication through ClassDojo online system
Successfully piloted Investigations mathematics curriculum

4th Grade, Lansing, MI

Performed functional behavioral analysis and developed behavior intervention plan for student based on data
Planned and taught four lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners

Riddle Elementary School

Spring Semester 2012

Read to Succeed Tutor, Lansing, MI

Tutored 5th grade student through Read to Succeed Program twice a week
Helped improve students reading level by two grade levels within four months
Teaching-Related Experience

In-Home Tutor

January 2016-Present

Okemos, MI
Tutored a man with a learning disability in two education-based community college courses
Promoted a healthy lifestyle for a young woman with autism through gym training and mentoring

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish

October 2015-Present

Religious Special Education Teacher, East Lansing, MI

Prepared 7 students with disabilities to receive sacraments through the Catholic Church
Supported needs of a student who is nonverbal through alternative means of engagement and assessment

Okemos Special Needs Day Camp

June 2015-July 2015

Camp Counselor & Substitute Instructor, Okemos, MI

Taught basic art lessons to campers of various ages and abilities
Ensured campers a fun and safe environment to grow as individuals in socialization and skill development
Supervised daily/weekly field trips

Spartan Child Development Center

August 2013-August 2015

Professional Staff Substitute & Aide Staff, East Lansing, MI

Followed lesson plans and generate activities for young children through HighScope curriculum
Communicated daily with parents regarding child progress and needs
Promoted childrens social growth, language development and motor skills through interaction and play

LAP Respite Center/Helping Hands Respite Care

May 2014-August 2014

After School Program Lead Teacher, East Lansing, MI

Led an all-day and after-school summer program for clients with moderate to severe disabilities
Planned activities and games for clients of varying abilities with focus on sensory needs and motor skills
Trained to provide for clients with frequent seizures
Pre-Internship Field Experience

Averill Elementary School, 1st Grade, Lansing, MI

Haslett High School, 9th Grade, Haslett, MI
Haslett School District, Haslett, MI
Bingham Elementary School, Kindergarten, Lansing, MI

Spring Semester 2013

Fall Semester 2013
Spring Semester 2013
Fall Semester 2011

Relevant Experience

Capital Area Down Syndrome Association

September 2013-August 2015

Teen and Adult Program Coordinator, East Lansing, MI

Coordinated and ran monthly teen and adult events, annual dances and ongoing fundraisers; planned and
supervised weekly classes; initiated partnership outreach to local community organizations

Friends for Inclusive Sport

August 2014-April 2015

Treasurer and Advertising Chair, Michigan State University

Coordinated, promoted and ran social and activity-based events for people with disabilities and their families

Disability in a Diverse Society Student

May 2013-June 2013

Michigan State University Study Abroad Program, University College Dublin, Ireland
Studied national perceptions of disabilities in Ireland, conducted independent study comparing special
education programs in Ireland with those in the U.S., assisted in a secondary classroom at St. Vincents Special
School, observed transition and work programs for adults with disabilities
Training and Professional Development
First Aid/CPR
CR-PBIS/SW-PBIS
MiBLSi
Model/CHAMPS
Technology
Google Drive
ClassDojo

Bloodborne Pathogens
Investigations Math
Curriculum

GO Math Curriculum
MAISA Writing
Curriculum

Microsoft Office
Promethean Board

Google Classroom
iPad

Honors and Achievements

MSU Deans List: Spring Semester 2012-Spring Semester 2015
MSU Urban Education Cohort Program Member
MSU Student Literacy Corps Member
Member St. John Student Centers Collegiate Chorale