-----------------------------------------------Erica Lynn Oberholtzer----------------------------------------------727 E 1500 S #13D

Vernal, Utah 84078

(616) 307-1209
erica.oberholtzer@uintah.net
www.ericaoberholtzer.weebly.com
Objective
To continue improving myself as an educator by attending conferences and professional development
opportunities.
Educational
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science: December 2011
Major: Integrated Science

Allendale, Michigan
Minor: Elementary Education

Schoolcraft College
Associate in Science: December 2006
Major: Education

Livonia, Michigan

Churchill High School

Diploma: June 2004

Livonia, Michigan

Certifications
Utah Teaching Certificate; Middle Level Science Endorsement
Michigan Teaching Certificate; Integrated Science Endorsement
Classroom Experience
Uintah School District
Vernal, Utah
Vernal Middle School
August 2013- Present
Teacher
Educated sixth and seventh grade students in science and reading so each student had the
opportunity to be successful
Differentiated instruction for special education and ESL students
Evaluated students using formative and summative common assessments
Presented myself as a positive role model to young people
Designed curriculum that follows CCSS
Adapted and designed inquiry based science units
Integrated technology, music and movement into the curriculum
Made science enjoyable!
Continually grew as an educator by attending PD days, conferences and induction meetings
Grand Haven Public Schools
Grand Haven, Michigan
Tutor
April 2013- June 2013
Tutored fourth grader in reading, and math
Designed lesson plans using common core multiplication and division strategies
Developed a deeper understanding of Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations
Grand Haven Public Schools
Grand Haven, Michigan
Mary A. White Elementary
February 2013- March 2013
Long-Term Substitute
Educated in a special education resource room with third and fourth graders
Interacted with children who were LD, ADD, ADHD and Autistic

Created daily lesson plans using Math Expressions and Phonics for Reading
Evaluated students using formative and summative assessments
Created lesson plans for a substitute teacher to follow

PESG
Michigan
Ottawa and Muskegon County Public Schools
September 2010- July 2013
Substitute Teacher
Delivered lesson plans created by the teacher
Implemented individual classroom management techniques
Taught in K-8 classrooms in all subject areas
Developed an understanding of how to manage classrooms at different grade levels with up to
33 students
Livonia Public Schools
Livonia, Michigan
Hoover Elementary
August 2011- December 2011
Student Teacher
Prepared and organized a classroom for 32 students
Educated fourth graders in all subject areas including Everyday Math and Battle Creek Science
Successfully implemented and maintained effective classroom management through the use of
key working agreements
Created standards-based lesson plans in a variety of content areas
Taught reading and writing as a process through the use of mini-lessons
Participated in staff meetings, grade level meetings and parent teacher conferences
Grand Haven Public Schools
Grand Haven, Michigan
Ferry Elementary
February 2009- April 2009
Teacher Assistant
Educated fourth graders in all subject areas including Math Expressions and Battle Creek
Science
Varied lesson plans between whole group, small group and individual instruction
Created ITIP lessons and implemented them into the classroom
Designed an interactive multiplication activity board that allowed students to self-check
Facilitated small reading groups with oral reading and answering questions
Implemented a SMART board and clockers into math lessons
Participated in weekly staff meetings and parent teacher conferences
Grand Haven Public Schools
Grand Haven, Michigan
Tutor
February 2009- April 2009
Tutored third graders in reading, writing and language arts
Designed lesson plans using pre-reading, during-reading and post-reading activities
Developed an understanding of Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations
References
Colleen Cowher
Fourth Grade Teacher
LPS: Hoover Elementary
Livonia, Michigan
734.776.7747
Denise Williams
Assistant Principal

Michelle Chittenden
Former Supervisor
Norton Shores. Michigan
616.610.6412
Susan Boesen
Fourth Grade Teacher

USD: Vernal Middle School

Vernal, Utah
435.781.3140

GHPS: Ferry Elementary

Grand Haven, Michigan
616.405.1101