Mark Ekins

319 N. Ecols, Monmouth, OR, 97361

Mekins10@wou.edu

Professional Profile
I am a Licensed Educator (June, 2014) with an ESOL endorsement. My focal points/strengths are as follows:
- Advanced classroom management skills/strategies
- Apt at reinforcing content through hands-on, activity based learning
- Adaptable, flexible and easy going
- Fluent in standards-based educational practice and assessment
- Professionally trained in working with a variety of learners (ELL, IEP, Special/adapted Education)
- Post-conversational in American Sign Language.
I also have experience in teaching the following curriculum models/units; Cultural Education, Adventure
Education, Dance Education, Outdoor Education, Graphic-Based Reading Comprehension, and Tactical
Educational Approaches (problem solving/team development).
Education, Honors, and Certifications
Bachelor of Arts, Physical Education Teacher Education (GPA 3.61)
Western Oregon University (Anticipated June, 2014)
ESOL Endorsement
Western Oregon University (Anticipated June, 2014)
Major of the Year Award Outstanding Student
Awarded by Western Oregon University during Academic Excellence week (June, 2013)
Honor Society Member
Technology Skills
- Efficient with all Microsoft applications, Adobe applications, Document Cameras, Smart Boards and
projectors.
- Knowledgeable in a variety of social media applications utilized for the development of English learners.
- Experience in web creation/design.
Professional Development in Education
Full-time Student Teacher, ESOL Practicum, Salem- Keizer School District, March 2014 to present
Half-time Student Teacher, Perrydale School District (K-12), September 2013 to May 2014
Home School Physical-Literacy Education, Western Oregon University, October 2012 to December 2012
Lets Move in School Before school program, Talmadge Middle School, January 2013 to April 2013
Education Practicum, Oakdale Heights Elementary School, January 2012 to June 2012
Development Conference Attendance, CCEPE/OAHPERD, September 2012 to present

Relatable Experience/Volunteer Work
Behavior Support Staff for the Ron Wilson Center (August 2013 to May 2014)
- I served as a life advancement provider for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.
English Reading/Writing Tutoring (September 2013 to present)
- Through my ESOL program I have had the opportunity to assist English Language Learners with
academic advancement in multiple literacy forms (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
Differentiated Curriculum/Unit Development (September 2012 to present)
- Through the Education Program at WOU I have had the opportunity to develop and implement
TSPC work samples designed to address the academic needs of a variety of learners.
References:
Dr. Marita Cardinal, Western Oregon University, Department of Physical Education
Mitch Bourgeois, Personal reference, Father-in-Law, OBrien Dental Lab
Jessica Dougherty, ESOL Field Supervisor, Western Oregon University, Department of Education