Nathan J.

Walters
924 Pioneer Ave, Holland, MI 49423
(616) 312-6367
nathanwalters24@gmail.com

Education Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI

Bachelor of Arts, May 2018
Major: Elementary Education
Minors: Mathematics and Integrated Sciences

Teaching
Experience Student Teacher, West Elementary School
Wyoming, MI, Spring 2018
 Design and facilitate lesson plans and activities in all subject areas for third
grade class of 28 students
 Manage students by establishing an appropriate climate of respect and
community
 Maintain effective communications with fellow staff members and parents

Teacher Aide, César E. Chávez Elementary School

Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2016
 Observed and taught second grade students in Math, Science, and Language
Arts
 Developed and taught literacy lessons using interactive techniques and
differentiated instruction to engage all students
 Developed and administered weekly assessments that aligned with district
standards

Book Club Leader, Grand Rapids Christian Middle School

Grand Rapids, MI, Spring 2016
 Led a group of five fifth grade students through a novel
 Developed and carried out engaging lessons promoting critical literacy skills

Reading Interventionist, Buchanan Elementary School

Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2016
 Met one on one with a first grade student struggling with fluency and
comprehension skills
 Developed lesson plans with various literacy strategies to address specific
issues

Small Group Leader, Sherwood Park Elementary School

Grand Rapids, MI, Spring 2015
 Developed and carried out a science unit on the topics of force and motion to
first grade students
 Worked cooperatively with another instructor to insure effective teaching and
learning occurred

Science Unit, Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School

Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2017
  Co-taught and designed a science unit for fifth grade students
 Developed engaging lessons and project based assessments for students to
demonstrate mastery of the content

Small Group Leader, Ridge Park Charter Academy

Grand Rapids, MI, Spring 2016
 Designed and carried out engaging math lessons weekly to groups of third
graders

Field Trip Aid, Dutton Christian Middle School

Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2017
 Led a small group of eighth grade students on research based field trip at
Plaster Creek

Tutor, Legacy Christian Elementary School

Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2017
 Led pairs of fifth grade students through a research project
 Taught students how to research and create presentations

Work Experience

Boys and Girls Club of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth - Grand Rapids, Michigan
Education Coordinator Intern
Fall 2015-2017
 In charge of running the “Learning Center” room at the club
 Help students after school with homework and various projects
 Aid in providing a safe environment for students to be productive after
school
 Plan and implement different programs at the club
Youth Development Professional/Membership Clerk
Fall 2017-2018
 In charge of managing the front desk at the club, both checking students in
and out
 Manage the organization of students back packs and belongings
 Interact with parents and families of students to help ensure communication
is clear

Holland Christian Basketball Camp – Holland, Michigan

Camp Assistant
Summers of 2013-2017
 Teach campers (grades K-12) basketball skills
 Build long term relationships with campers
 Work with groups of up to 30 kids at a time

Extra Curricular Activities

Calvin College Basketball Team

Grand Rapids, MI, Fall 2015
 Learned how to effectively manage my time
 Worked towards group goals as a member of a team