Annie Myren

amyren@mail.bradley.edu | 708-828-6847
10533 S. Keeler Oak Lawn, IL 60453

ILLINOIS PROFESSIONAL LICENSE

Early Childhood Education

EDUCATION

Bradley University: Peoria, IL

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Spanish
Early Childhood Special Education Approval

Expected: May 2016

Expected: May 2016

GPA: 3.74/4.0

FIELD EXPERIENCE

Pre-K Student Teacher, Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Center, Peoria, IL

January-May 2016
Incorporated professional knowledge of early childhood theory and practice to create a motivating and
inviting classroom environment both physically and through instruction
Provided guidance and emotional support to meet the needs of a classroom consisting of 100 % at-risk
children
Collaborated with staff and administration during meetings, conversations, and email
Created and instructed many interactive lesson plans aligned with the Illinois Early Learning Standards
Established positive relationships with students and parents through morning greetings, daily
conversations, conferences, and various interactions
Designed accommodating lessons and materials for all types of learners including various IEP needs
Enforced behavioral management plans and upheld classroom standards such as responsibility,
respectfulness, and safety.
Participated in professional development by attending district conferences including a NAYEC
accreditation meeting
Kindergarten Student Teacher, St. Vincent De Paul Catholic School, Peoria, IL
March 2016
Welcomed opportunity to teach in this secondary student teaching placement while initial placement
went on a three week intercession
Provided RTI support to a variety of students grades K-2 through Language Arts activities
Adjusted to the school community centered around a religious framework
Familiarized myself with the expectations of common core learning standards through observing the
process of creating report-cards and lesson preparation
Pre-K Novice Teacher, Everyday Discoveries Preschool and Daycare, Peoria, IL
January- May 2015
Planned and implemented weekly lessons across all domains in both small and large group settings
Led and instructed morning circle time and helped with various transition activities
Adapted lessons in accordance with the thematic unit approach utilized within the school
Developed strong parent-school relationships through helping create newsletters, observing creative
parent-student activities, and parent nights
Practiced instructing Handwriting Without Tears writing program
Third Grade Student Observer, Whittier Primary School, Peoria, IL
Led and engaged students in various learning experiences
Observed cooperating teacher and learned daily classroom routines

February-May 2013

Annie Myren
amyren@mail.bradley.edu | 708-828-6847
10533 S. Keeler
Oak Lawn, IL 60453

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Child Life Volunteer, OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, IL

November 2015- Present

Distribute appropriate play materials and conduct activities for infants through adolescents aimed at enhancing
growth and development
Developed awareness of social emotional, physical, and cognitive needs of children on the general pediatrics
floor as well as the pediatric intensive care unit
Displayed flexibility in a highly transitional setting
Created rapport with both short and long term patients and established myself as a possible confidant
Learned insight about children who are ill and observed the relationship between hospitals and schools and the
roles of the professionals involved

Sports Camp Counselor, Oak Lawn Park District, Oak Lawn, IL

Summers 2014-2015
Collaborated with fellow counselors exemplifying positive teamwork
Instructed and led children ages 7-14 in sport focused activities
Administered first aid and completed corresponding paperwork
Responsible for bus transportation to and from camp and monitored bus behavior
Expressed informative and reliable communication with parents and guardians through phone calls in-person

LEADERSHIP & ACHIEVEMENTS

President, Womens Club Volleyball, Bradley University

Fall 2015- Present
Coordinate and direct weekly practices based on the current strengths and weaknesses of the team
Organize monthly schedules for practice times and tournament dates
Maintain funding applications and document financial reports
Inform campus of try-out dates or open gyms as well as maintain contact with all interested participants

Executive Board President, Chi Omega Fraternity for Women, Bradley University

Fall 2013 Fall 2014

Modeled behaviors based on the policies and mission statement of the organization
Maintained order for over 120 women through holding each member to high standards
Ensured Chi Omega policies were upheld and implemented consequences if necessary
Oversaw executive board operations and scheduled meetings to provide communication between all members
Designed and facilitated all-house programming that integrated our six purposes: friendship, high standards of
personnel, scholarship, campus activities, career development, and community service
Vice President, Rho Lambda Honors Society, Bradley University
January 2015- Present
Promote academic success in the Greek community of over 100 members and motivate academic goal
achievement
Assist president and other executive members with various tasks

ACHIEVEMENTS

Pi Lambda Theta Education Honor Society

Deans List, Bradley University

SKILLS

Spanish: Strong understanding of written and verbal Spanish

Coaching Experience: Volleyball
Technology: iPad, PowerPoint, Prezi, SmartBoard, Weebly

Fall 2012- Present

Fall 2012-Present