Julie Clarkston

248-762-2157
julie.clarkston@gmail.com
Online Portfolio available at: http://www.julieclarkston.weebly.com

Secondary Science Teacher

Certification
Secondary Education

Biology
(DA)
Earth/Space Science
(DH)

Education
University of Michigan Flint
Bachelor of Science, Education, 2014
Major: Biology
Minor: Earth Science

Teaching Experience
North Central Area Jr/Sr High, North Central Area Schools, Powers, MI
Grade 7 General Science
Grade 8 Earth Science
Grade 8 Computers
Grade 10 Biology
Grade 10-12 Astronomy
September 2015 June 2016
Clarkston Junior High, Clarkston School District, Clarkston, MI
Grade 9 Biology
Grade 8 Science
September 2014 December 2014

Qualifications and Other Experience

Highly skilled in developing 5E unit lesson plans and daily lesson plans in multiple
science content areas that meet both Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and
Michigan Department of Education (MDE) standards. Lesson plans cater to learners
of all types and cultivate a culture of student driven thinking and creativity in the
classroom.
Experience developing various types of assessments that meet curriculum standards
and objectives.
Established and maintained effective communication with parents and other faculty to
ensure the greatest level of individual student success.

Familiar with teaching and accommodating students that have IEPs and 504s, as well
as teaching in a high inclusion classroom alongside paraprofessionals. Personal
experience with two brothers that have Aspergers Syndrome and familiar with the
challenges faced by students on the autism spectrum.
Coordinated curriculum with staffing at both the secondary and elementary level.
Experience proctoring the Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress (MSTEP) as
well as the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test (PSAT).
Organized and chaperoned class field trips including an overnight Key Club trip to
Green Bay, WI and college tour visits to Northern Michigan University.
Chaperoned both junior high dances and high school dances.
Worked with local news organizations to help spotlight students as well as activities and
community outreach done by the students.
An active participant and supporter of school activities such as sporting events, talent
shows, 5Ks, plays and concerts.
Participated in a Professional Learning Community.
Planned student schedules ensuring that they met graduation requirements as part of a
Scheduling Committee.
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Class teacher advisor for 11
grade. Duties included holding class meetings, organizing
prom, and fundraising.

Highly skilled in a variety of computer/internet programs (including but not limited to

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prezi, Google Docs, and Synergy).
CPR/AED/First Aid - Pediatric and Adult certified
Certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).
Certified in both high school and middle school laboratory safety through Flinn
Scientific, INC.

Relevant College Employment

Professional Education Service Group, LLC.

Guest Teacher, December 2014 to present

Experience in a variety of subject areas as a guest teacher.
Implemented classroom management skills to make the experience of
having a guest teacher as smooth as possible.

Beaumont Health Systems

Registrar,July 2013 to present

Used communication techniques to calm patients that were incoming to
the hospital.
Dealt with many aspects of the healthcare system including doctors
offices, insurance companies, patients and other facilities.
Laboratory Processor, January 2009 to July 2013
Had to multitask in a high paced atmosphere with biohazardous materials
to ensure both worker and patient safety.
Use of proper laboratory technique and safety practices.