NATALIEBARONI

515 White Street Apt. 5 Marquette, MI 49855

(906)370-8500

nbaroni@nmu.edu
nataliebaroni@weebly.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Instilled with a strong belief that all children can be successful learners. Resourceful in a variety of
teaching strategies and adaptable to individual learning styles. Enthusiastic, encouraging, kind and
empathetic meeting the varying needs of all students through differentiated instruction. Passionate
teacher motivated to bring a valuable education to all students.

EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Elementary Education
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI 2015
Language Arts Emphasis
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Elementary Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
Minor in Language Arts and Social Studies
Attended from 2010 to 2012 (completed four semesters; transfer student)

CERTIFICATIONS

Michigan Provisional Teacher Certification K-8

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification (CPI)
First Aid and CPR certification

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

STUDENT TEACHER Houghton Elementary School Houghton, MI (August 2015- present)

Created a classroom environment of

respect, responsibility, and
individualism
Planned and implemented creative
lessons in accordance with district,
county, state, and federal guidelines
Participated in professional
development focusing on developing
and maintaining effective classroom
management
Assessed students reading levels using
DIBELS Next and Leveled Reading
Passages
Collaborated in evaluation and revision
of curriculum structured concepts in
third grade mathematics

Differentiated instruction to meet the

academic and social needs of each
student
Encouraged interactive learning by
incorporating educational software and
other technology
Maintained accurate and complete
records for all students, monitoring
progress and making adjustments to
instruction as needed
Enforced the schools expectations and
guidelines when dealing with problem
situations
Completed and filed all necessary
paperwork for classroom activities

TEACHERS ASSISTANT Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI (August- December 2014;

one semester)
Initiated labs focusing on earth science for elementary educators
Assisted in monitoring student levels of participation on class assignments
Observed and participated in higher- level development of course design and content
Maintained weekly interactions with students
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR YMCA Marquette, MI (October 2012- May 2013)
Promoted physical, mental, and social development by implementing classroom
instruction and outdoor recreational activities.

OTHER EXPERIENCE

COLLEGE FOR KIDS Northern Michigan University (2015)

Team taught and facilitated whole group, small group, and individualized instruction based
on the habitats and characteristics of mammals.
Designed and implemented labs that aligned with the needs of visual, kinesthetic, and
auditory learners, through physical models, hands on activities, and musical education.
WAITRESS Das Steinhaus Marquette, MI (August 2013- August 2015; school year seasonal)
Head server and trainer of new
Established and maintained quality service
employees
Managed reservations and customer
Developed a respectful relationship with
dining issues
staff and customers
WAITRESS The Harbor Haus Copper Harbor, MI (June 2007- August 2014; summer seasonal)
Established professional
Accurately and knowledgeably answered
relationships
questions of customers
Handled customer concerns
Gained and maintained knowledge of all
professionally
menu items
HIGH FIVE MENTOR CLK Elementary School Calumet, MI (2009)
Provided one-on-one time to an individual guiding them to grow academically and
personally. Through assistance and support the student was able to build upon their
strengths, and become more confident and competent.

REFERENCES
Emelia Johnson, 3rd grade teacher, student teaching supervising teacher
Houghton-Portage Twp. Elementary School, 203 W. Jacker Avenue, Houghton, MI 49931
(906)370-4746

Anders Hill, Houghton Elementary School Principal

Houghton-Portage Twp. Elementary School, 203 W. Jacker Avenue, Houghton, MI 49931
(906) 282-6356
Mitchell Klett, Science Education Professor
Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
(906)236-3032