Emili Lopez

402-238-8927
Emili.Lopez1231@gmail.com

Education
Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa May 2017
Master of Science in Teaching
Endorsement: Reading

Bellevue University, Bellevue, Nebraska March 2012

Master of Arts in Human Services

Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa May 2009

Bachelor of Science in Child, Adult, and Family Services

Student Teaching Experience

2nd Grade Elementary Classroom January-May 2017
Horizon Elementary School, Johnston Community School District, Johnston, Iowa
Customize and facilitate lessons in all content areas to include literacy, math, social studies, and
science
Collect and analyze student assessment data to guide instruction
Collaborate with second grade professional learning community, special education associates,
and reading specialists to promote growth for all students
Establish and build positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues to promote a
positive classroom and school community

Practicum Experience
6th Grade Science Classroom Fall 2016
South Middle School, Waukee Community School District, Waukee, Iowa
Planned and implemented higher-level questioning to deepen students' understanding of science
content
Designed a multiple-day lesson that aligned student goals, teacher behaviors and learning theo-
ry

3rd Grade Elementary Classroom Fall 2016

Bergman Academy, Private School, Des Moines, Iowa
Facilitated a multiple-day Junior Achievement unit to third graders
Utilized the gradual release method to help students understand new social studies content
Integrated activities that promoted collaboration and student-led discussions

Elementary Reading Tutor Summer 2016

Hubbell Elementary School, Des Moines Community School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Worked one-on-one with students to deliver a multiple-week instructional lesson
Established reading goals relevant to individual student's needs
Completed FAST with students and used formative and summative assessment to guide instruc-
tion

3rd Grade Elementary Classroom Spring 2016

Garton Elementary School, Des Moines Community School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Collaborated with mentor teacher to create math, reading, and writing lessons
Promoted individual work and collaboration to help students understand new content
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Related Work Experience

Substitute Associate September 2016-Present
Woodward-Granger Community School District, Granger, Iowa
Facilitate lesson plans as instructed by absent teacher
Guide the learning process of students towards the curriculum goals

Family Permanency Specialist

Nebraska Families Collaborative, Omaha, Nebraska February 2011-August 2013
Evaluated families objectively and coordinated with other professionals weekly
Established goals and guided families towards reunification
Monitored and evaluated the permanency, safety, and well-being of children on my caseload

Internship in Foster-Child Adoption Program

Child Saving Institute, Omaha, Nebraska June 2010-February 2011
Assessed families according to foster care licensing guidelines
Developed thorough assessments of potential and licensed foster parents

Family Support Specialist

Child Saving Institute, Omaha, Nebraska May 2010-February 2011
Formulated service plans, and set goals based on needs for individual families
Assessed families on set goals and guided them towards completion
Facilitated a Young Parent Education and Adult Parent Education Class

Teacher
Child Saving Institute, Omaha, Nebraska November 2009-May 2010
Developed goals and differentiated instruction for children 0-3 years old
Employed positive behavioral intervention and supports to maintain the established learning
environment

Certifications__________________________________________________________________
FAST Certification
Red Cross CPR Certification
Red Cross First Aid Certification
Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
Mandatory Reporter Certification