Kirsten Applegate

985 Oak Road, Harlan IA 51537 ~ (712) 579-4787 ~ applegatekirsten@gmail.com

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PROFILE

Extensive Teaching Experience with:

Innovative, creative student determined to complete tasks promptly
Proficient, effective, and inventive middle school education teacher
Dedicated and passionate leader with extensive experience
EDUCATION

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Bachelor of Science
December 2014
Middle School Education
Minor: Math Education (5-9)
Areas of Endorsement: Business Education (5-9)
Northwest Missouri State University (NWMSU), Maryville, MO
Honors: President Honor Roll, Academic Honor Roll, Outstanding Overall
Pi Omega Pi Member, Outstanding Senior Middle School Business
Education Student
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teaching
Present

Kagen Activities and Learning

Structures

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Savannah Middle School| Savannah, MO

January 2015

Graded and record papers and grades

Student Teaching
December 2014

Savannah Middle School| Savannah, MO

August 2014

Seventh Grade Math, Savannah Middle School

Eight Grade Advanced Algebra-Math, Savannah Middle School
Seventh and Eighth Grade Computers, Savannah Middle School
o Implemented engaging lesson plans using differentiated learning activities and instruction by
adapting to the needs and interests of the classroom or individual
o Provided extra duties (gym duty, hall monitoring, academic lab tutoring)

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Graded and recorded papers and grades

Provided input on redesign of classroom and lesson plans to promote a positive learning
environment.
Developed ability to assess situations, seek multiple perspectives, gather information, and
identify key issues needed to be addressed.

Coach
December 2014

Kindergarten -12th Grade

At Risk Students
Advanced Students
Special Education Students
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Low Income Family Students
One-on-one settings
Group settings
Whole group instruction

Long term substitute for Eighth Grade Special Education Classroom

o Implemented engaging lesson plans for both Seventh and Eighth Grade Science Classes as well
as accommodating lessons to each students level of ability
o Provided assistance for five to eleven kids in class-within-a-class classrooms throughout the day

South Nodaway Cheerleading| Barnard, MO

October 2012

Head High School Cheerleading Coach

Head Junior High Cheerleading Coach
o Taught fundamental cheer motions, cheer skills, and jumps

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Prepared, promoted, and carried out two cheerleading clinics throughout the year for K-6 graders
Trained and demonstrated correct movements and expertise to enhance player performance.
Evaluated technique and provided constructive feedback, balanced criticism with positive and
motivating comments
Assessed the strengths and weaknesses in a participants performance and identified areas of
further development

Teacher Assistant
Summers 2012-2013

Assisted Computer Science, Mathematics, and Science teachers in the classrooms.

Assisted struggling students one-on-one with extra help to understand the material easier
Responsible for taking action in any disciplinary actions that should arise and handling the problem

LEADERSHIP/ACTIVITIES
NWMSU 2012 Present

Upward Bound Math and Science | Maryville, MO

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Pi Omega Pi Beta Chapter President

Kirsten Applegate
985 Oak Road, Harlan IA 51537 ~ (712) 579-4787 ~ applegatekirsten@gmail.com

References:
Ms. Leisa Blair
Principal
Savannah Middle School
10500 State Route T
Savannah, Missouri 64485
lblair@savannahr3.com
Mr. Ethan Sickels
Principal and Athletic Director
South Nodaway R-IV School District
209 Morehouse Road
Barnard, Missouri 64423
ethan.sickels@southnodaway.k12.mo.us
Mr. Clint Howren
Assistant Principal
Savannah Middle School
10500 State Route T
Savannah, Missouri 64485
chowren@savannahr3.com
Mrs. Victoria Mueller
Math instructor, cooperating teacher
Savannah Middle School
10500 State Route T
Savannah, Missouri 64485
vmueller@savannahr3.com
Ms. Susan Whitman
Computer instructor, cooperating teacher
Savannah Middle School
10500 State Route T
Savannah, Missouri 64485
swhitman@savannahr3.com
Mrs. Nancy Zeliff
Sponsor, Pi Omega Pi
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive, Colden Hall
Maryville, Missouri 64468

(660) 562-1292
nzeliff@nwmissouri.edu