Erin Tafoya-Schloss

43641 Bockley Dr.

Sterling Heights, MI 48313
(586) 212-7966 tafoy1em@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Master of Education in Teaching & Learning, In Progress
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Concentration in Science Education

Bachelor of Science in Education, Elementary Emphasis, December 2013,

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
Major: Language Arts; Minor(s): Integrated Science, Middle Level Education

CERTIFICATION
Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate, December 2013
Language Arts (BX), K-9, Integrated Science (DI) K-9, Middle Level Education Minor (ZL)

HONORS
Magna Cum Laude
Deans list (2008-2013)
Presidents List (2011-2013)
John and Jeanette Smith Endowed Education Scholarship
Educating for Middle Level Excellence Scholarship
Metro Detroit Alumni Scholarship
CMU Summer Study Abroad Scholarship
CMU Academic Honors: High School

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Aug 2014 July 2017 Environmental Science & English Teacher Eppler Junior High School, Utica, MI
Teach and collaborate with other professionals to facilitate learning in 7th grade Physical Science
classes, 8th grade Environmental Science, 8th grade English, and 9th grade English classes.
Conduct whole class, small group, and individual differentiated instruction to ensure all students are
engaged in their learning.
Collaborate with special education teachers, ELL teachers, MISD consultants, and parents to guarantee
student learning.
Implement and maintain records of accommodations for students with 504 plans, IEPs, or at-risk
students.
Actively participate in our school community through a variety of academic clubs and organizations
such as: Student Council, Science Olympiad, Homework club, Lunchroom Supervisor, Lunch Tutoring.

Jan. 2014 June 2014 Long Term Substitute Eppler Junior High School, Utica, MI
Taught and collaborated with other professionals to facilitate learning in two 7th grade Physical Science
classes and two 8th grade Environmental Science classes.

STUDENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Aug. 2013 Dec. 2013 Student Teaching Algonquin Middle School, Clinton Township, MI
Taught and collaborated with host teacher to create engaging lessons for 7th grade Language Arts and
Science, and 8th grade Science.
Participated in the school community by facilitating Homework club, attending after school fundraisers
and athletic events.

Sept. 2012 Feb. 2013 Super Saturday Science Instructor

Collaborated with other instructors to create and co-taught science lessons to students ages four and
five.

Sept. 2012 Nov. 2012 Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience

Facilitated student writers workshops and guided students with writing instruction.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
May 2012 June 2012 Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience
Taught English and Science in a bilingual 6th grade classroom at Colegia La Salle in Oaxaca, Mexico.

TEACHING-RELATED EXPERIENCE
Aug 2011 Sept. 2013 Volunteer. Richmond Community High School Band Camp, Richmond, MI
Educated high school students about proper marching technique and style by assisting in daily
practices.

March 2013 Volunteer. For the Nations Refugee Outreach

Instructed Refugees with English communication skills, basic computer skills, and techniques to
preparing for the United States Citizenship test.

Jan. 2011 Dec. 2011 Tutor. Dick Enberg Academic Center, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Provided one-on-one tutoring for student athletes enrolled in introductory geography and geology
classes.

June 2008 Aug. 2010 Assistant Summer Camp Director. YWCA Camp Cavell, Lexington, MI
Worked with diverse individuals, ages 6 13, at a summer camp by acting as a guide and mentor in
daily routines, facilitated the technical tree climbing/adventure programming, and ensuring the safety of
all campers.

CAMPUS ACTIVITIES AND PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Aug. 2010 Dec. 2013 Collegiate Middle Level Association of Central Michigan University. Business Coordinator
Collaborated with an elected board to organize professional development opportunities, specifically
middle level education topics, for members of our professional organization.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
May 2014 Present Lake St. Clair Metropark, Dispatch and Operations Supervisor, Harrison Twp, MI
Ensured patrons were provided with the highest quality of customer service. Maintained organization
within the marina, verifying daily revenue, and assisted in enforcing park policies.

Aug. 2011 June 2013 Student Assistant. Center for Student Services, Teacher Education and Professional
Development Offices, Central Michigan University
Guided students to appropriate resources by answering phone calls and scheduling advisor
appointments with high quality friendly customer service.

Aug. 2008 Nov. 2011 Central Michigan Marching Band. Rank Captain, Rookie Introduction Program Leader
Communicated logistics of practice and game days to members of my rank. Also instructed members
of my rank of the traditions and style of marching of the Central Michigan Marching Band.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MISD NGSX Training (2016)
UTIP New Teacher workshops (2014 2016)
MISD Visual impairment session (2015)
Animal and Chemical Safety Training (2013)
Learn Today, Teach Tomorrow Conference, Mt. Pleasant, MI (2013)
Michigan Association of Middle School Educators Conference, Warren, MI (2012); Dearborn, MI (2013)
Association of Middle Level Educators National Conference, Louisville, KY (2011); Portland, OR (2012);
Minneapolis, MN (2013)
Kagan Learning Workshop (2012)
Collegiate Middle Level Association Conference, OH (2011)