MADELEINE MADDIE WAITE

CERTIFICATION
Michigan Provisional Elementary Certificate June 2017
Elementary: K-5 All Subjects, K-8 All Subjects Self Contained Classroom
Mathematics: K-8
Michigan Daily Substitute Permit November 2016
Washtenaw ISD- Ann Arbor
EDUCATION
University of Michigan- School of Education April 2017
B.A. in Education with Elementary Certification Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching Major: Mathematics
GPA: 3.96/4.0

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Long Term Substitute- Burns Park Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI May 2017- June 2017
Assumed responsibilities for 26 second-grade students, planning lessons and activities for the last
three weeks of school year
Administered and evaluated end of year math and literacy assessments to input data for report cards
Collaborated with second grade team to complete class placements for the following year
Student Teacher- Burns Park Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI September 2016- April 2017
Worked one-on-one with students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) helping to differentiate
content and provide additional support academically and behaviorally to help them succeed in the
inclusive classroom setting
Conducted whole class math, science, writing and phonics lessons to a class of 25 second graders
Modified lessons within the curriculum to make accommodations for diverse learners in my
classroom, including English Language Learners
Differentiated instructional approaches including flexible guided reading and guided math centers
Created and implemented a unit about perspectives, which incorporated technology and addressed
Common Core State Standards and Social-Emotional Learning goals
Facilitated communication with families including in person, electronically and through letters home
Modeled routines interactively and applied practices of Responsive Classroom for classroom
management
Student Teacher- Pattengill Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI January 2016- April 2016
Taught small-group and whole-class lessons in guided reading, social studies, and writing to a fourth-
grade class of 27 students
Provided additional support to students below grade level, working one-on-one within the content
areas of reading and math to improve skills
Aided classroom teacher in organizational tasks and classroom management using the PBIS system
Student Teacher- Bryant Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI September 2015- December 2015
Directed morning meeting activities in a class of 22 kindergarten students with tasks including:
morning message, job chart, calendar and weather
Led interactive read-alouds, creating a focus within the text and prompting students accordingly
Provided additional support to students below grade level, specifically working on the alphabet
Administered a variety of ELA assessments including running records and taught guided reading
Teaching Intern- Ann Arbor Language Partnership Ann Arbor, MI September 2014- April 2015
 Adapted lesson plans to teach Spanish to 60 students within two fourth-grade classrooms at Allen
Elementary School
Collaborated with co-apprentice teachers and mentor teachers to keep students engaged
Stimulated learning of Spanish through various methods such as presentations, worksheets and games
Improved skills of classroom management through working with students who have various
behavioral challenges and varying skill levels
ADDITIONAL CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Teaching Assistant- Mitchell Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI January 2016-April 2016
Managed inquiry-based centers which engaged third-grade students and kindergarten students in
exploring particular content areas
Completed organizational tasks, such as grading, organizing papers and inputting assessment data for
report cards
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Tutor- Local Families October 2011-Present
Customize plans for individual students to improve study habits and test-taking skills
Create lesson plans, and review questions to instruct content and check for understanding in the
subject areas of English, Math and Spanish
Office Assistant- Stephen M. Ross Academic Center Ann Arbor, MI September 2014 April 2017
Utilize strong customer service skills by greeting and checking in student athletes and tutors
Aid full-time staff with organizational projects
Counselor/Teacher- Naples Preschool of the Arts Naples, FL Seasonally June 2015-July 2016
Managed and ran early care for students, ages 18 months to 8 years old; was in charge of ensuring the
safety of the children as well as creating engaging activities to keep them occupied until the normal
school day began
Created activities centered around popular childrens books such as Chicka, Chicka Boom Boom and
The Cat in the Hat, and implemented them to a class of 15 two and three-year-olds
Planned for and implemented lessons to classroom of 16 four year olds, led them through the daily
routine and various activities
Membership Support Staff- Southport Athletic Club Southport, CT June 2011 July 2014
Charged with the responsibility to open and close the facility
Developed strong customer service skills by working one-on-one with members, including giving tours
of the facility, establishing membership accounts, and booking appointments
Mentor- McKinley Elementary School Fairfield, CT September 2011- June 2013
Guided high-risk students one-on-one with classwork as well as behavioral and social struggles
through serving as a tutor and role model
Set personal goals with the students and focused on achieving these goals throughout the school year
Motivated the students to be disciplined and persistent by showing them consistency and
unconditional support
Awarded Mentor of the Year Award in 2013, presented to one outstanding volunteer through the
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club
RECENT HONORS
Phi Beta Kappa- The University of Michigan 2017
Deans Award for Excellence (two consecutive years)- The University of Michigan 2016-2017
James B. Angell Scholar (three consecutive terms)- The University of Michigan 2015-2017
University Honors (six consecutive terms)- The University of Michigan 2013-2017

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