University of Wisconsin - Platteville, Platteville, WI (Anticipated Graduation Dec. 2014) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Major GPA: 3.8/4.0 Minor: Early Childhood Education Minor GPA: 4.0/4.0 Minor: Special Education Inclusion Minor GPA: 4.0/4.0
Illinois State University, Normal, IL (1997) Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health Minor: Psychology Semester Abroad: Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia
EDUCATIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Substitute Teacher, Galena Primary and Middle School, Galena, IL (2011 to Present) Teach in classrooms that range from preschool to eighth grade Develop classroom management techniques for a variety of classroom settings Provide instruction for a wide range of students with special learning needs Coordinate with special education staff to implement students IEPs Implement lesson plans in a versatile and flexible manner
Pre-Student Teaching Practicum, Galena Primary School, Galena, IL (Fall 2013) Developed and implemented lesson plans in the first grade classroom Tutored one-on-one and in small groups to improve students reading skills Conducted daily math instruction utilizing the classroom SMART Board Designed classroom instruction for students with IEPs and English Language Learners
Volunteer, Special Education Preschool, Galena Primary School Galena, IL (Summer 2013) Supported classroom teacher in implementing lesson plans Worked one-on-one with students with disabilities Provided small group instruction
Volunteer, Galena Family Ties Preschool, Galena Middle School, Galena, IL (Fall 2012) Tutored 10 English Language Learners (ELLs) in the classroom Provided one-on-one and small group instruction for ELLs Assisted with assessment of ELLs
Volunteer, Special Education Classroom, Galena Primary School, Galena, IL (Summer 2012) Facilitated small group instruction for students with special needs Assisted the supervising teacher with classroom management Coordinated with classroom paraprofessionals to meet the educational needs of students
Sandra Getz 13800 W. Valley Rd, East Dubuque, IL 61025 sandragetz1@gmail.com (815) 990-6446
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director of Environmental Health, Washington Co. Health Dept., Nashville, IL (2000 to 2003) Managed and implemented food sanitation program, septic program, and water program Coordinated the Washington County Recycling Program Prepared and taught Health Education classes
Environmental Health Specialist, Tazewell Co. Health Dept., Tremont, IL (1997 to 1999) Inspected a variety of food facilities Developed and implemented food safety programs for restaurant personnel Guided facilities in implementation of new food safety ordinance
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Parent Teacher Organization Member, Galena Primary and Middle School (2011 to Present) Classroom Volunteer, Galena Primary School (2011 to Present) Reading Tutor, Galena Primary School (2012 to 2013) Girl Scout Leader, Galena, IL (2013 to Present) Cheerleading Coach, Kindergarten to Fourth Grade, Galena ARC (2012 and 2013) Soccer Coach, American Youth Soccer Organization, Galena, IL (2012 and 2013)
ACTIVITIES
Chancellors Honors for 3 semesters Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education Praxis Exam: ETS Recognition of Excellence Award 6 Hour SMART Notebook Training (April 12, 2014) Student Wisconsin Education Association (2013 to Present) Hidden Valley Reading Association (2013 to Present)