Benjamin B.

Berger
2243 East Timberlane Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686 | 231.631.6712 | bergerbe@msu.edu

Objective
To become a secondary teacher of social studies and an active member of the school community
through coaching and various leadership roles.

Certification
Secondary Social Studies courses, Economics, Geography, Government, History (RX), Michigan
Infant, Child, and Adult CPR; First Aid, American Heart Association

Education
College of Education Teacher Certification Program 2009-Present
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Currently completing my internship and certification graduate classes; will hold a
Secondary teaching certificate in Social Studies

B.A. Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science 2005-2009

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Concentration Social Sciences with a minor in Geography

Professional Experience
Intern Teacher, Chippewa Middle School, Okemos, MI 2009-Present
Taught 8th grade American history
Created unit plans using backwards design that executed focused unit goals while
engaging students and increasing participation
Enforced classroom management plan that allowed for a cohesive classroom
community
Crafted authentic assessments that captivated student interest and relevance
Implemented curriculum and lessons in accordance to state standards
Individualized instruction for numerous students of varying abilities and skills
Differentiated teaching methods creating altered lessons for English language
learners
Instructed a life skills class in an E.I. special education classroom

Senior Intern, Chippewa Middle School, Okemos, MI 2008-2009

Observed and participated in an 8th grade Social Studies class two days a week
Taught lessons on “Women’s Rights” and “The Declaration of Independence”
Administered direct one-on-one assistance to struggling students in the classroom
Worked with a special needs student within the class

Mentor and Tutor, Pattengill Middle School, Lansing, MI 2008

Tutored in a special education class assisting students who have fallen behind in
core classes
Observed a 7th grade classroom focusing on teacher operations, management, and
student reactions
Volunteered in a one-on-one after school tutoring program

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 Benjamin B. Berger
2243 East Timberlane Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686 | 231.631.6712 | bergerbe@msu.edu

Volunteer Tutor, New Beginnings, Lansing, MI 2007

Created a comfortable and safe environment for students who had been
suspended from school
Helped students learn basic computer skills to increase their job appeal
Aided a student in receiving enough credits to earn his GED

Related Experience
Assistant Boy’s Varsity Hockey Coach, Okemos High School, Okemos, MI 2009-Present
Assisted in the daily creation and execution of practice plans
Implemented traditions to strengthen program and player relationships
Mentored and interacted with student athletes on and off the ice

Hired Tutor, Icon Learning, Traverse City, MI Summer 2010

Will be working as a tutor using a method of teaching geared toward visual
learners
Conduct fifty minute sessions to implement social studies learning through images
Methodologies such as how to study, how to read, and how to organize and recall
content

Skills
Proficient in SMART Board technology
Experienced in blogging, podcasting, and web quests and the study of their classroom
applications
Computer savvy including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Experienced in Power School’s attendance and grading program
Maintained excellent communication with parents via email, phone, and newsletter throughout the
year, allowing positive parent involvement

Memberships & Professional Development

NEA: National Education Association
TILT: Teachers Improving Learning with Technology
Attended Michigan State University College of Education Technology Conference
Fall 2009
Use online networking sites such as Twitter to collaborate with colleagues across the
country

Awards
Michigan Merit Award 2009
Michigan State University Dean’s list 2007, 2008

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