Objective To provide students with meaningful, research-based, developmentally-appropriate activities in order for them to receive the best educational experience possible, to remain up-to- date on the latest teaching strategies, and to be a positive role model to my students.
Credentials and Education Virginia Teaching License 2014
MA in Early Childhood Education 2014 James Madison University
BA in Foreign Languages and Literature: Spanish 2009 James Madison University
BA in Cultural Anthropology 2009 James Madison University
Minor in Latin American Studies 2009 James Madison University
Relevant Experience Student Teacher August-November, 2014 Smithland Elementary School
Substitute Teacher 2013-present Harrisonburg City Public Schools
Teacher Assistant 2012-2013 Newcomer Program, Grades 3-5, Smithland Elementary School
Tutor for Adult English Language Learners 2007-2008 James Madison Universitys Career Development Academy
Substitute Teacher 2004-2007 Fairfax County Public Schools
563 Pointe Drive Harrisonburg, VA, 22801 (703) 407-1876 gallowek@dukes.jmu.edu Emily helps the children build background knowledge so that they are able to make connections with what they already know about the new topic. She recognizes the need for students to elaborate on their learning and encourages them to give more details or added information to their responses, and provides them with opportunities to engage in interactive learning with their peers to practice and apply what they have learned.
Stephanie Morris Newcomer Teacher Smithland Elementary School
Professional Development Member of the National Association 2013-present for the Education of Young Children Attended 2013 Annual Conference and Expo in Washington, DC
Member of the Shenandoah Valley 2013-present Reading Council Attended 2014 Virginia State Reading Associations Annual Conference in Roanoke, VA
References Mr. Gary Painter Principal, Smithland Elementary School 474 Linda Lane Harrisonburg, VA, 22802 (540) 434-6075
Mrs. Amanda Horne Middle School ESL Program Coordinator, Harrisonburg City Public Schools Newcomer Program Coordinator, Harrisonburg City Public Schools One Court Square Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801 (540) 434-9916
Mrs. Stephanie Morris Newcomer Teacher, Grades 3-5, Smithland Elementary School 474 Linda Lane Harrisonburg, VA, 22802 (540) 434-6075
She has the unique ability to make each student feel valued and loved. It is obvious to her students that Emily cares deeply about their learning.
Amanda Horne ESL and Newcomer Program Coordinator Harrisonburg City Public Schools
She is an exceptional educator who has set high standards for herself so that she can identify and implement effective teaching techniques to meet the diverse needs of her English language learners as well as support the needs of the families.
Stephanie Morris Newcomer Teacher Smithland Elementary School