Skyler Harwood

65 Rio Grande Drive North Chili NY, 14514 Skyler.Harwood@Bucknell.edu (607) 857-2027 EDUCATION

Bucknell University, Lewisburg, PA

GPA: 3.33 Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education Certification: Pre-K - 4th Grade, Pennsylvania Minor: Theatrical Design and Technology Deans List: Fall, 2010 & 2012 Merit Scholarship 25% of full tuition

Expected Graduation: May, 2014

Corning-Painted Post West High School, Corning NY

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Advanced Regents Diploma - GPA: 90.2% EMPLOYMENT

Graduation: 2010

American Diabetes Association, Camp Counselor, Rush, NY

Summer 2009 - Present

Camp Aspire is a camp for children ages 7-16 with Type-1 diabetes run by the American Diabetes Association. As a Counselor my responsibilities include testing blood sugars, administering proper food proportions, counting carbs, teaching proper diabetes management, all while encouraging campers to participate in camp activities such as swimming, fishing, and climbing the rock wall. Summer 2009 - Present As a Counselor I work with children and adults ages 7-21 who have mental or physical disabilities. Some of my responsibilities include basic personal care of campers who are unable to perform it unassisted (such as bathing and feeding). I also help to provide a safe and fun environment for campers to try new experiences that they may not have to ability to do at home (such as climbing the rock wall). 2010 - Present

Rochester Rotary Sunshine Campus, Camp Counselor, Rush, NY

Bucknell University, Department of Theatre and Dance, Stage Manager

Stage Management I have stage managed eight (8) theatrical shows which included managing 3-20 actors and crew members through 3+ hour rehearsals 5+ days a week as well as 2-4 hour workdays building sets, lighting, and set strike. I have assistant stage-managed eight (8) shows through high school and college (2006present) which include 3+ hour rehearsals 5+ days a week and 2-4 hour workdays building sets (See Theatrical Assistant). Technical Assistant, Crewmember August 2010-Present I work in the shop building sets for main-stage and showcase productions put on by the department of theatre and dance throughout the school year. My responsibilities also include hanging lights for these same productions, and tearing down the sets after the run is over. Performance Services Crew Spring Semester 2011 I worked as a basic crewmember for the Weis center of performing arts, where I set up the performance space for traveling shows and on campus speakers.

Corning Museum of Glass, Explainer, Corning, NY

Summer 2009 I had to become proficient in glass making techniques, so I could explain them to guests of the museum. I also needed to be familiar with all of the galleries, so that I could give tours, and answer questions.

SKILLS

Mifflinburg Elementary School, Teaching Placement, Mifflinburg, PA

2012 - 2013 I have a working knowledge of lesson planning in the style of UBD (Understanding By Design) and many different classroom management techniques. Computer Skills I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint on Microsoft Windows and MAC OS COMMUNITY SERVICE 50+ hours of in classroom experience. Kindergarten- Grade 5 Observation I have planned and implemented many lessons in topics from mathematics and science, to reading and literacy development. Volunteered at an on campus preschool, where I observed the children from a psychology standpoint focusing on child development. 250+ community service hours in the local community. CAMPUS ACTIVITIES Executive Committee, Cap & Dagger 2.0 Society, Treasurer Spring 2013-Present Since 1906, our mission is to bring together those interested in theatre here at Bucknell and alumni who have since gone on to professional careers in theatre and dance through a variety of events which promote a theatre community at Bucknell and beyond. Chi Omega Fraternity- Chi Mu Chapter at Bucknell University Fall 2011-Present Philanthropy: Make a Wish Foundation 10+ hours per semester of community service Bison Pals Fall 2012-Present Bison Pals pairs college students with individuals from the local community who have mental disabilities. Through this organization, wonderful and rewarding friendships are developed between all those involved. Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) Fall 2011-Present PSEA advocates for all members and strong effective public schools. Achieving these goals delivers a great education for each student and benefits society as a whole. We represent the labor, policy, and professional interests of all members. PSEA bargains compensation and benefits, protects members rights, and advocates for their professions. PSEA members share a common purpose, vision, values and goals. We advocate for public education, children, and our members professions, whether they are teachers, maintenance employees, nurses, retirees, custodians, secretaries, classroom aides, school psychologists or librarians.

CERTIFICATION DETAILS PECT Pre-Service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA): Module 1- Reading: 243 Module 2- Mathematics: 256 Module 3- Writing: 244

August, 2012

Educational Portfolio My educational portfolio contains all college courses I have completed along with their respective assignments. It has my educational philosophy, student teaching details, and a blog for both my student teaching experience and the field experience block that I will complete during the spring semester of 2013. For further detailed information please go to: http://skylerharwood.weebly.com