2002-2004 - Instructor

Huntington University, Huntington, IN 46750

·         Teach Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood Methods and Materials, and Elementary Science Methods and Materials courses

·         Supervision of student teachers

·         Supervision of students during Multicultural Practicum Experience

·         Serve on institutional committees (Teacher Education Committee and Faculty Workshop Committee)

·         Developed and implemented collaborative relationships with area public school teachers to create practicum experiences for students

·         Involved in grant writing for development of new programs

·         Participated in accreditation reviews for Higher Learning Commission and NCATE

2000-2002 - Full-Day Kindergarten Teacher

Jessamine Early Learning Village, Wilmore, KY 40390

·         Taught full-day kindergarten classes at a visionary facility designed to bring best practices and developmentally appropriate education to children age three to six in a public school setting

·         Participated in a pilot program to measure advantages of full-day kindergarten vs. half-day programs

·         Field supervisor/cooperating teacher for Asbury College education students

·         Supervised paraprofessionals

·         Served on various school-based committees

·         Contributed to preparation for accreditation by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)

·         Collaborated with Alternative High School to allow challenged high school students to serve as assistants in the classroom

1989-1991 – First Grade Teacher

Hearn Elementary School, Frankfort, KY

·         Taught self-contained remediation class, designed to help low performing students develop grade-level skills

·         Cooperating teacher for student teachers from Kentucky State University

·         Served on various school-based committees

·         Supervised paraprofessionals

·         Contributed to development of sight-based decision making council model for the school to meet requirements of KERA (Kentucky Education Reform Act)

·         Collaborated with other grade level teachers to develop buddy programs

1986-1989 – Classroom Teacher (kindergarten and third grades)

William Talbott Elementary School and Duval Elementary School, Gainesville, FL

·         Taught self-contained classes

·         Taught in a magnet school for speakers of English as a second language

·         Science chairperson

·         In-service trainer

·         Supervised paraprofessionals

·         Supervisor for Pro-TEACH, University of Florida’s teacher education program

·         Selected to present at National Science Teacher’s Association Conference, Miami, FL

·         Grant recipient-for implementation of hands-on teaching strategies which utilize Multiple Intelligences/Learning Styles

·         Served on various school-based committees (math, science, social, fund raising)

·         Collaborated with other grade level teachers to develop buddy programs

·         Tenured

1985-1986 – Special Education Teacher (preschool through fifth grade)

Iola Elementary School, Iola TX

·         Taught self-contained special education class

·         Supervised two paraprofessionals

·         Served students with a variety of specific learning disabilities as well as those with profound physical and mental challenges

·         Collaborated with grade level teachers to develop Individual Education Programs and provide least restrictive environment for students

1982-1985 – Kindergarten Teacher, Third Grade Teacher, Teacher’s Assistant, Substitute Teacher

Sandhill Primary School, Asheville, NC

·         Taught self-contained kindergarten and third grade classes

·         Supervised paraprofessionals

·         Served four teachers as teaching assistant

Director of Christian Education

Wilmore United Methodist Church, Wilmore, KY, 1998-2000

·         Directed all phases of Children’s Ministries from birth to fifth grade

·         Evaluated, selected and implemented curriculum for all children’s programs as well as adult studies

·         Served on Church Leadership Team and Administrative Council

·         Recruited, trained, and supervised more than 150 volunteers annually

·         Established and maintained ministry budget

·         Oversight of adult education ministries including Sunday school, Wednesday night electives, family ministries, and small group ministries

Interim Director of Children’s Ministries

First Alliance Church, Lexington, KY, 1998-1999

·         Directed all phases of Children’s Ministries from birth to fifth grade

·         Served on church leadership team

·         Recruited, trained and supervised volunteers

·         Maintained ministry budget

·         Trained and supervised lay leaders in Preschool and Nursery Ministries

Short-term Missionary

International School Project, Campus Crusade for Christ, Lithuania, June-July 1995

·         Raised financial and prayer support for ministry

·         Trained Lithuanian nationals to implement Character Development curriculum in public school setting

·         Small group leader

·         Florida Science Teacher’s Association-Member, 1987-1988

·         National Science Teachers Association-Member, 1987-1988, 2002-2004.

·         Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development-Member, 2002-2004

·         Association of Teacher Educators-Member, 2002-2004

·         Hoosier Association of Science Teachers of Indiana-Member, 2002-2004

·         Kappa Delta Pi-Member, 1989-1993, Omega Psi Chapter, 2002-2004

·         Association of Teacher Educators, Annual Teacher Education Conference, Indiana, September 2002

·         New Faculty Workshop, CCCU Conference, Beaver Falls, PA, June 2003

·         Association of Teacher Educators, Annual Teacher Education Conference, Indiana, September 2003

·         National Science Teachers Association, National Conference, Indianapolis, IN, November 2004

·         Science Festival, Collaborative event in conjunction with Huntington Community School Corporation, Huntington College, Spring 2003

·         Science Discovery Days, Northwest Elementary School, Huntington, IN, Spring 2003

·         New Beginnings, Chapel Speaker, Huntington University, Fall 2003

·         Investigation Celebration, Teacher In-service Training and Community Event, Huntington University, Spring 2004

·         Science Discovery Days, Northwest Elementary School and Central Elementary School, Huntington, IN, Spring 2004

Ball State University, Muncie, IN n  2004-present

Post Graduate (terminal degree planned – Doctor of Education in Early Childhood and Elementary Education)

In Progress

Georgetown College, Georgetown, KY n  1997

Master of Arts Elementary Education

Honors:  4.0 GPA, Summa Cum Laude, Dean’s List, Kappa Delta Pi

Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, KY n  1997

Related Coursework

Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC n  1982

B.S. in Early Childhood Education

·         Presidential Scholarship, Gardner-Webb  University, 1978 – 1984

·         Dean’s List, Gardner-Webb  University, 1978 – 1984

·         Dean’s List, Georgetown College, 1989-1997

·         Summa Cum Laude, Georgetown College, 1997

·         Outstanding Young Women of America, 1989 and 1991

Huntington University

·         Speak-Off Judge, Fall 2003

·         Summer registration, 2003 and 2004

Community

·         Limberlost Girl Scout Council, exercise leader for Daisy Troop, Fall 2003

·         Huntington County Red Cross, Blood Donor and Community Plunge Volunteer, Fall 2003 and 2004

·         Crestview Middle School, Band Chaperone, Fall 2003

·         Crestview Middle School, Cheerleader Volunteer, 2003-2005

·         Limberlost Girl Scout Council, ArtsFest Instructor, Spring 2004

College Park United Brethren in Christ Church

 ·         Vacation Bible School, group leader and preparation worker, June 2003 - 2004

·         Church Decorations, Christmas 2003

·         Upward Basketball Concessions, Volunteer Coordinator and Worker, 2003 - 2005

·         Children’s Church Teacher, 2003-2004

·         Sunday School Teacher, substitute, 2003-2004

·         Real Life, Youth Ministries, Chaperone, 2003

·         KidVenture Club, substitute, 2003-2004

·         Nursery Worker, substitute, 2004

·         Wednesday Night Meals, preparation and server, 2004

·         Journey to the Cross, preparation and participation, Spring 2004

·         Upward Basketball Devotions Commissioner, Fall 2004 – Spring 2005

·         Upward Basketball Devotions Speaker,  Spring 2005

Scott, Ryan, Lindsey, And Ashley

2003