Julia Hammond

1523 Denison Dr. Norman, OK 73069 580-583-0859 julia.ham09@yahoo.com

P HILOSOPHY

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E DUCATION

I believe that children learn through contructing their knowledge from social and cognitive experiences. The role of the teacher is to be intentional in the planning of materials, lessons, and community building in the classroom to assist in each child's development. I consider the classroom community to be the most important part in developing trust, confidence, and character in students. By fostering this type of environment, the teacher and students will gain a mutual respect for each other, which will build the children's emotional and social intelligence.

E DUCATION /C ERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Science in Education with a concentration in Early Childhood Education University of Oklahoma, December 2012

T EACHING E XPERIENCE
Field Experience I- Grade 1- Bridgecreek Elementary School, Blanchard, OK, Fall 2011 Assisted the teacher in giving individualized instruction to those students in need in areas of math, spelling, and reading while also observing behavior and classroom management strategies. Field Experience II- Preschool - McFarland's Children's Day Out, Norman, OK, Summer 2012 Planned and implemented large group activities while concentrating on the skill of self-reflection and evaluation from the perspective of an educator. Field Experience III- Kindergarten - Cesar Chavez Elementary School, Oklahoma City, OK, Fall 2012 Observed community and school environments to reflect on how they effect the students and teachers. Tutored students in one-on-one and small group situations with a focus on comprehension and English language learning. Field Experience IV- Kindergarten - Jackson Elementary School, Norman, OK, Fall 2012 Examined the classroom environment, behavior management strategies, and integrated curriculum. Worked with a partner to delop and implement a curriculum unit tailored to the specific class based on observations.

R ELATED E XPERIENCE
Teacher : Christian Fellowship School, Moore, OK Developed social and cognitive experiences for a preschool class while fostering autonomy. Volunteer : Lifekids teacher, Lifechurch.tv, Oklahoma City, OK Worked in toddler and preschool rooms to foster autonomy in the children and teach the provided curriculum. Volunteer: Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Norman, OK Planned activities and projects for a young girl to encourage open communication. Volunteer: City Rescue Mission, Oklahoma City, OK Worked in the daycare facility and tutored students in elementary school who lived in the homeless community.

C OLLEGE D ISTINCTIONS
President's Honor Roll, College of Education Dean's Honor Roll, Big Sister of the Year 2012

A CTIVITIES /L EADERSHIP
Lifegroup leader , Lifechurch.tv Community Involvement Chairman , Circle K International

References available upon request and Portfolio available during interview