Maranda J.

Paola
409 Freeman Road
Ligonier, PA 15650
(724) 600-9394
m.paola@setonhill.edu

Education:
Seton Hill University Graduation Date: May 2017 Greensburg,
PA
Bachelor of Arts: Elementary Education PreK-4 & Special Education PreK-8th
Career GPA: 3.93
Studied abroad in Dublin, Ireland in May 2016
Objective:

Highly effective inquiry based educator seeking the job of an elementary school teacher,
bringing dedication to developmentally appropriate practices, higher order thinking,
strong knowledge and experience of 21st century technology, inclusion, and
differentiation.
Honors/Activities
Inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society for being in the top 20% of
the class the first year member since March 2014
Received the Sullivan Award for maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout
sophomore year
Inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society for being in the top 20% of
the class the first year member since March 2014
Submitted at least 2 acts of community service per semester as requested
by Alpha Lambda Delta
Deans List: 2013-Present
Was nominated for a student teacher award by my university supervisor

Professional Experiences:
during student teaching

1st Student Teacher Internship- Candace Brunos 3rd grade Classroom

3110 Mountain View Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601
Distributed creativity in the classroom while teaching, lesson plans and instructional
materials used in teaching diverse subjects (e.g., language arts, mathematics, and social
studies)
Planned and taught whole class instruction, while intermittently facilitating one-on-one
and small group math and guided reading
Developed inventive methods that modeled the standards for meeting the districts goals
in all of the academic areas
Integrated 21st century technology skills across the curriculum, along with hands on
experiences

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409 Freeman Road
Ligonier, PA 15650
(724) 600-9394
m.paola@setonhill.edu

Fairly assessed students using developmentally appropriate formative, and summative

assessments
Taught typical students as well as atypical students within a mainstreamed, inclusive
classroom
Regularly praised for capability to redirect students displaying behavior difficulties by
substituting negative behavior patterns with positive ones
Established efficient classroom management skills with 20 diverse students
Was present at meetings that regularly focused on curriculum improvement, textbook
evaluation, fundraising and anti-bullying efforts
Established strong partnerships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school
administrators/staff

2nd Student Teacher Internship- Anthony Seranko Learning Support

3110 Mountain View Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601
Interacted knowledgeably at developmentally appropriate levels with grades 2nd-6th
Planned and taught one-on-one and small group math and guided reading
Helped students to manage and deal with problems that occurred because of peer
interactions
Developed and promoted the appropriate skills and social abilities to ensure that each
student reached their peak development
Encouraged students to develop self-confidence and independence to reach their full
potential
Adapted the core curriculum and conventional teaching methods to meet the individual
needs of the students
Used 21st century learning and computers to stimulate interest and learning
Assessed and recorded childrens progress
Worked as team-member within the school staff

Other Work Experience:

Wait staff at Antiochian Village

140 Church Camp Trail, Bolivar, PA 15923
2014- 2016
Set up, and decorated for weddings, and other big group events
Took the place of wait staff manager when needed
Served meals to a variety of different groups

Babysitter - Caley Svensson

(1-201-248-6886) 2013-Present day
While babysitting I prepared meals. I also did light house work to maintain clean
child-friendly environments. I would bath the child every night. I administered first
aid, and medications as needed. Together we read often and I made sure to
provide a range of physical and educational activities.

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 Maranda J. Paola
409 Freeman Road
Ligonier, PA 15650
(724) 600-9394
m.paola@setonhill.edu

References:

Caley Svensson
Contact Phone Number: (1-201-248-6886)
I was hired by Caley from Care.com
I babysat her son from 2013-Present

Dr. Kathleen Harris

Associate Professor for Education at Seton Hill
Contact Email: kharris@setonhill.edu
Education Professor at Seton Hill for 4 years

Mrs. Candace Bruno

Contact Phone Number: 1(412) 720-8291
Contact Email: candace.bruno@glsd.us
Cooperating teacher for student teaching practicum 2017
3rd grade placement at Mountain View Elementary School Latrobe, PA

Mr. Anthony Seranko

Contact Phone Number: (724) 689-2744
Contact Email: anthony.seranko@glsd.us
Cooperating teacher for student teaching practicum 2017
Learning Support placement at Mountain View Elementary School Latrobe, PA

(Will Provide Letters of Recommendations upon request)