Susan E.

Weatherford
weatherfordse@gmail.com 248-808-2000
Present Address (Until April 30) Permanent Address
745 Packard 275 Harrow Cr
Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

EDUCATION University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

Bachelor of Arts in English and Spanish May 2010
Undergraduate Secondary Teacher Certification Program May 2011

CERTIFICATIONS Michigan Secondary Provisional Certificate (pending)

Endorsements: English Language Arts, Spanish

American Red Cross Adult/Child CPR & First Aid

TEACHING Student Teacher/8th Grade January 2011-April 2011

EXPERIENCE Pioneer Middle School Plymouth, MI
• Continued working with Claire Walton-Swisher, my Cooperating Teacher from
Pre-Student Teaching
• Co-planned and taught a five week unit on how to write a feature article with
another 8th grade English Language Arts student teacher
• Incorporated technology into the unit using resources learned in Technology in
Education class, such as video, polling, and Google Maps
• Worked with the Special Education teacher and utilized skills learned in
Teaching Students with Exceptionalities class, as twelve students have IEPs for
learning disabilities
• Attended a curriculum meeting for the Plymouth-Canton School District
• Volunteered to help with Mystery Zone, an annual fundraising production
• Frequently observed the Spanish I class

Pre-Student Teacher/8th Grade September 2010- December 2010

Pioneer Middle School Plymouth, MI
• Planned and developed a three-day lesson on using voice in writing
• Designed grammar lessons which were implemented throughout the semester
• Received guidance and assistance on effective teaching, lesson planning and
class management from both 8th grade English Language Arts teachers

Spanish Tutor January 2010- April 2011

Steven M. Ross Academic Center Ann Arbor, MI
• Created lesson plans to enhance comprehension of language concepts
• Applied various techniques to improve knowledge of vocabulary and grammar
• Adjusted tutoring style according to individual students’ needs

Writing Tutor September 2009-December 2010

Sweetland Center for Writing Ann Arbor, MI
• Polished ability to better organize writing, create logical transitions, and remain
focused on topic
• Improved own writing ability through reviewing a wide range of writing samples
• Used a combination of teacherly, directive, and non-directive methods depending
on the student
• Gained experience tutoring English Language Learners

Pre-Student Teacher/10th Grade January 2009-April 2009

Pioneer High School Ann Arbor, MI
• Created and taught lesson on subject-verb agreement involving an interactive
 PowerPoint, group project, and proofreading exercise
• Observed teaching methods at the regular level, Honors level, and AP level
• Led multiple review sessions planned by the Cooperating Teacher
• Studied and interviewed one student to better understand learning and student life
• Worked with students to explain instructions and concepts

LEADERSHIP & Writer/Blogger September 2010- April 2011

ACTIVITIES LEAD Magazine Ann Arbor, MI
• Brainstormed multiple ideas for articles and discussed them with other writers
• Frequently wrote more than one article per issue
• Interviewed different businesses and clubs to gain credibility for related articles
• Published articles and photographs on the LEAD Magazine website using
WordPress
• Designed and maintained a blog about cooking, including food safety and recipes

Transition Officer September 2009- April 2010

Pi Beta Phi Sorority (University of Michigan Chapter) Ann Arbor, MI
• Prepare seniors for alumna status through online networking
• Serve as liaison between Pi Beta Phi Executive Board and seniors
• Create, coordinate and execute events to prepare seniors for life after college and
strengthen sisterhood

Founder & Director Summers 2007-2009

Holy Name School Volleyball Camp Birmingham, MI
• Creator of Holy Name Volleyball Camp
• Worked with Fall Athletic Director to reserve gym time and compile a list of
eligible players
• Utilized a variety of drills and techniques to improve players according to skill
level
• Received positive feedback from players, parents and athletic director
• Offered opportunity to return as camp director in following summers