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Cockram
443-831-2339 • 223 Division Ave, Lutherville, MD 21093 • susan_c@live.com
Objective
To attain a position as a resource teacher where my skills and experience with a diverse range of children and
my passion for whole-child education can be utilized to support general education teachers in providing
quality individualized instruction.
Certification
90 Hour Early Childhood Certification - Expected 2018
Maryland Elementary Special Education Certification - Expected in 2021
Education
The Community College of Baltimore County Essex, MD 2016 - Present
A.A.T. in Elementary Education / Special Education, expected 2019
G.P.A. 4.0
Institute of Tertiary and Further Education QLD, Australia 2000 - 2004
Certificate IV in Renewable Energy Technology
Credits towards Advanced Diploma of Renewable Energy
Institute of Tertiary and Further Education QLD, Australia Jun. – Dec. 2002
Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training
University of Queensland QLD, Australia 1991 – 1996
Credits toward Bachelor of Science, Majoring in Physics and Mathematics
Teaching-Related Experience
Classroom Volunteer
Lutherville Laboratory Elementary School Lutherville, MD 2017 – 2018
• Guided small group reading activities for third grade students, using class discussion to analyze texts.
• Employed individually targeted strategies to encourage participation of all students.
English Language Support Volunteer
Lutherville Laboratory Elementary School Lutherville, MD 2016 - 2017
• Collaborated closely with classroom teacher, enhancing student access to the curriculum through
translation, explanation and encouragement.
• Researched and implemented methods to utilize translation technology in classrooms for the
assistance of ELL students.
• Encouraged ELL students’ social integration by supporting individual and group interactions.
Children’s Developmental Class Volunteer
Community College of Baltimore County Essex, MD March 2017
• Encouraged communication and play with special needs child by establishing trust and connection.
Home Educator – Elementary
Under supervision of Baltimore City Public Schools Baltimore, MD 2011 – 2012
• Modified instruction and adapted curricula for academically gifted, ADHD student.
• Researched and selected appropriate resources to meet student’s specific needs and interests.
• Taught a variety of subjects while providing motivation and inspiration.
• Accurately maintained detailed records and portfolio for facilitator to review progress.
• Received letter of commendation from Baltimore City Public Schools representative.
Work Experience
Sales Associate
Crystique New Age Boutique Helensvale, QLD, AU 2004 – 2007
• Continuously built on product knowledge and customer base by maintaining an open-minded respect
for individual belief systems.
• Independently responsible for opening and closing procedures, cash transactions and balancing
register.
Distance Learning Tutor (Renewable Energy Technology)
Institute of Tertiary and Further Education Queensland Ithaca, QLD, AU 2003 – 2005
• Substantially improved completion rates for enrolled adult distance learners compared to 2002 by
utilizing strong communication and motivation skills.
• Promptly marked assignments and provided detailed feedback and support.
• Facilitated “field days” in which students traveled to site, and ensured a safe and welcoming
environment while coaching students through practical components of course.
• Maintained accurate, detailed student records from enrollment to completion.
Duty Manager
VIP Cafe Southport, QLD, AU 1998 – 2005
• Developed and presented staff training seminar teaching best practice in customer complaint events.
• Designed training and assessment for baristas in order to ensure consistently high-quality product.
• Utilized organizational skills to manage staff breaks, absences, stock control and ordering.
• Sensitively and professionally handled customer service issues.
Jessica Brown-Strott
Professor, Teacher Education, CCBC
443-840-1430
jbrownstrott@ccbcmd.edu
Jennifer Valacka
Mentor, Autism Specialist, Special Education Teacher
Homeschool Parent
410-299-6224
jennievalacka@gmail.com
Personal
Katie Rickman
Teacher, St Paul’s School for Girls
410-428-9244
krickman@spsfg.org