Sarah

Kruse

3610 Arbor Drive Fenton, Ml 48430 Phone: (810) 577-6138 kruse1sc@cmich.edu

Ms. Kruse takes on

the task and
responsibility of
teaching children
very seriously and
plans to meet each
learner where they

Education
Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education, Provisional Certification K-8
GPA 3.42
Certification
Michigan Elementary Teaching Certification
Integrated Science (DI), 6-8
Mathematics (EX), 6-8
June 2013- June 2016
CPI- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certified
7 Habits of Highly Effective People

May 2015

Expected, May 2015

June 2013- June 2016
November 2, 2014

are and grow them

just as much and
just as strong as she
possibly can.
-Kacey Tulley,
Student Teaching
Host Teacher

Ms. Kruse managed

the classroom like a
veteran educator in
all aspects. She has
a pleasant and
friendly personality,
and is intelligent
and inquisitive.
-Terri Brown,
University
Coordinator

Teaching Experience
Hawkins Elementary, Brighton, Michigan
January 2015-May 2015
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Co-taught in all core subject areas, which included developing lesson plans that align
with Common Core and also creating cross curricular connections
Taught using Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing workshop to allow students to learn in
an inquiry based approach
Followed both Rebecca Sitton Spelling and Everyday Math curriculums
Enhanced students learning by using technology such as the smart board, chrome
books, and iPads that created student engagement
Assigned a variety of assessments such as teacher and student rubrics to guide
instruction and student learning

PEAK: Partners Empowering All Kids, Mount Pleasant, Michigan September 2012- Present
Program Assistant, Kindergarten- Fourth Grade
Taught for an After school program and six week summer camp that supported up to
120 Kindergarten through fourth grade students in Isabella County
Developed, both collaboratively and independently, multiple week academic and
enrichment lessons for students interests
Established relationships with students, parents, and school employees to maintain a
positive partnership between the PEAK program and Mount Pleasant Community
School

PCMI Services, Mount Pleasant, Michigan
August 2014-December 2014
Substitute Teacher, Developmental Kindergarten- Fourth Grade


Consistently requested by teachers as a preferred substitute at Ganiard Elementary
Used PBIS behavior management the help students learn appropriate behaviors

Ganiard Elementary, Mount Pleasant, Michigan
January 2012-May 2012
Midtier Teacher, Fourth Grade

Acquired over thirty hours observing, teaching lessons, and learning about classroom
routines in pre-professional service hours to support my teacher preparation courses

Sarah has a strong

work ethic but she
has impressed me
for other reasons as
well. She is a kind
and generous
person who is
always reaching out
to help everyone.
Sarah has a passion
for making a
difference in the
lives of others,
especially children.
-Renee Gilbert,
PEAK Supervisor

Employment
Baby Sitting
2006-present
Consistently cared for a child three days a week while attending CMU
Periodically cared for children from multiple different families throughout the past
nine years

Spring Hill Camps, Evart, Michigan
June 2012-August, 2012
Overnight Camp Counselor

Lead first through third grade groups of girls throughout a weeklong overnight camp
experience

Central Michigan University, Merrill Hall, Mount Pleasant, Michigan August 2011-May 2012
Desk Receptionist

Helpful and friendly towards residents and guest of Merrill Hall as I independently
worked on tasks pertaining to the well being of the Residential Community

Leadership Experience
Zeta Theta Pi Local Service Sorority
September 2013- December 2014
Participated in an organization designed to build strong character and leadership skills
in women, through community volunteer and philanthropic events

Leadership Safari Guide
August 2014
Guided a group of CMU freshmen through a week of leadership development and
orientation to Central Michigan University

Alternative Breaks, Board Member
August 2012-May 2014
Served as the Public Relations Chair for one of the top five student ran Alternative
Breaks program in the nation

Alternative Breaks, Site Leader
August 2012-May 2014
Lead two groups of twelve student volunteers through a week long volunteer trip
while facilitating reflections that brought meaning and learning about the
populations we were working with

Professional Development
Ready for the Classroom
February 20, 2015
The Safe Storage, Use, and Disposal of Chemicals
October 20, 2014
Poverty Simulation
October 25, 2013
Learn today, Teach Tomorrow Conference
April 2013

Volunteer Experience
Give Kids The World- Kissimmee, Florida
Bay Pines Veterans Hospital- St. Petersburg, Florida
JPUSA Homeless Shelter- Chicago, Illinois
Food Outreach- St. Louis, Missouri

References

Kacey Tulley
Renee Gilbert
Basia Keihler
Terrie Brown

Childrens Discovery Museum

Little League Coach
Mobile Food Pantry
Relay For Life

Phone: 313-717-6676 Email: tulleyk@brightonk12.com

Phone: 989-621-5346 Email: regilber@edzone.net
Phone: 810-299-3900 Email: keihlerb@brightonk12.com
Phone: 989-224-7228 Email: brown1ts@cmich.edu