Natalie Alton

natalie.m.alton@gmail.com

EDUCATION

Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS Spring 2018

Bachelor of Science in Education, Elementary
Area of Concentration: Science
GPA 3.859

Manhattan Christian College, Manhattan, KS Spring 2018

Bachelor of Science in Bible and Leadership
GPA 3.886

CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE

Northview Elementary School, Manhattan, KS Spring 2018

Student Internship, Fifth Grade
 In progress
 Lead lessons in English language arts, social studies, science, and math that
incorporated cooperative learning strategies, technology, and inquiry-based
instruction
 Enforced classroom management policy for the twenty-five students in class

Marlatt Elementary School, Manhattan, KS Fall 2017

Practicum Experience, Sixth Grade
 Directed small group instruction for students making up work and provided
reteaching opportunities to underachieving students
 Designed original math lessons for the whole class that included PowerPoints, note
sheets, assignments, and homework problems for twenty-two students

Bergman Elementary School, Manhattan, KS Spring 2017

Practicum Experience, Third Grade
 Provided support to the teacher during large group instruction, independent work
time, and activities
 Prepared and co-taught lessons for the whole class of nineteen students as well as
for small groups

Wamego Central Elementary School, Wamego, KS Spring 2016

Early Field Experience, First Grade
• Monitored student participation during centers and large-group instruction by
focusing students and providing assistance on work when necessary
• Prepared materials for centers including original activities and crafts
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RELATED EXPERIENCE

Camp A.B.L.E., Olathe School District, Olathe, KS 2011-2014

Facilitator, 5th Grade
 Organized set up for the leadership and anti-bullying activities that took place at
different elementary schools each week
 Facilitated the anti-bullying role play activity and follow-up discussion, prompting
the students to think about what it means to be a bully, a victim, and a witness

Southwoods Christian Church, Overland Park, KS 2010-2014

Volunteer Teacher, K-5th Grade
 Arrived early to set up the lesson for the day as well as chose and set up different
activities including games and crafts
 Taught the lesson and facilitated discussion

HONORS & ACTIVITIES

 Manhattan Christian College Student Government 2014-2018

o Freshman Class Secretary 2014-2015
o Sophomore Class Vice President 2015-2016
o Senior Class President 2017-Present
 Chimes Junior Honorary Society 2016-2017
 Scholastic Honors 2015-2017
 Kansas State University Marching Band 2014-2017
o Section Leader, Music Instructor, 2015-2016
 Music Instructor of the Year 2015
o Assistant Drum Major 2016-2017
o Head Drum Major 2017-2018
 Most Inspirational Award 2017
 Alumni Scholarship Award 2017
 Kansas State University Wind Ensemble 2014-2017
o Principal Chair 2015-2016
 Golden Key International Honor Society 2014-2017
o Treasurer, 2015-2016

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

 “Mother of Preschoolers” Childcare Provider, Wamego, KS 2017

 Private Piano Teacher, St. George, KS 2016-2017
 Administrative Assistant, Manhattan Christian College, Manhattan, KS 2015-2016
 Private Clarinet Teacher, Olathe, KS 2013-2014
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INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

England, University of Westminster, London, England Summer 2016

 Studied the courses “Shakespearean Literature” and “London Through Its Museums”
at the University of Westminster for three weeks each
Haiti, Northwest Haiti Christian Mission, St. Louis du Nord 2007-2014
 Attended once a year for about ten days with a medical team
 Assisted with eye screenings, food distribution, and activities with the mission’s
orphanage, special needs center, and elderly home

VOLUNTEER WORK

Tau Beta Sigma, Band Service Sorority, Manhattan, KS 2014-2018

Worship Band, University Christian Church, Manhattan, KS 2015-2018
Camp A.B.L.E., Olathe School District, Olathe, KS 2011-2014
Worship Band, Southwoods Christian Church, Overland Park, KS 2010-2014
Children’s Ministry, Southwoods Christian Church, Overland Park, KS 2010-2014

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Available upon request