ROCHESTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS: NORTH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL June 8, 2016 To Whom Tt May Concern: As a cooperating teacher, I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation for Brittany Bootka. Thad the privilege of supervising Brittany at Meadow Brook Elementary School, where she served as student teacher in an ASD basic classroom for upper elementary students. She demonstrated compassion, empathy, and perseverance as she continually sought out ways to raise our student's level of performance academically, behaviorally, and socially. Brittany has many abilities that would make her an asset to any position She demonstrated professionalism, collaboration skills, and communication, while creating and maintaining meaningful connections with each student and support staff member with whom she worked with in our classroom. Brittany exhibits a natural teaching presence when working with students with Autism and was able to effectively execute all academic, social, and communication plans that were in place to help promote a positive learning experience for all students. Brittany demonstrated the ability to plan week-long lesson plans while including the Michigan Essential Element targets and actively engaging students in academic work tasks. Through her daily written communication with families, she demonstrated her commitment and dedication to students as well as to their families, During her student teaching experience, Brittany not only provided daily academic instruction, but she was also able to develop her classroom and behavior management skills, Her ability to problem solve and think outside of the box, provided students with numerous opportunities for social growth and the development of independent skills, Brittany demonstrated best instructional practices as she met the diverse needs of the students across academic content areas. Brittany facilitated a classroom that encouraged students to take risks and evolve as learners above and beyond their identified area of disability. She guided students to their ability. Brittany is a genuine person with the ability to adapt and grow as a professional. She is reliable, organized, and punctual. Brittany will bring a wealth of ideas, knowledge, and experience to any position. I would highly recommend Brittany Bootka for a position within your school district. Please feel free to contact with me with any questions, Sincerely, Cay haute) Genet Haise ASD Teacher, Meadow Brook Elementary ghaise@rochester.k12.mi.us (248) 726-4121 1985 Mahaffey - Rochester, Ml 48307 » 248) 726.4308 ‘wor rochester 12m usaorthill