Susan Nguyen

Nguyen.Susan13@gmail.com

Objective
Using my knowledge and experiences to enhance student learning. Organized and driven with
the innate ability to stay on task. Use effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing
on the individual needs of each student.

Education
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies: EC-6 Generalist
University of Houston, Houston, Texas
Magna Cum Laude Spring 2017
Deans List: Spring 2012-Spring 2017
GPA: 3.5

Certification
Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12: Passed
Common Core Generalist: Pending May 2017
Activities
Collaborated with educators of various states and shared ideas on how to create meaningful and
engaging 5E based lesson.
Member of the National Council of Teachers 2016
Member of the National Science Teacher Association 2016

Highlights
Bilingual in English and Vietnamese
Proficient in Microsoft Office 2016
Works well with others, solves problems, makes decisions, and accept responsibility
Experience with creating and teaching lesson plans, creating a cooperative learning
environment, employing differentiated instruction, and classroom management

Student Teaching Experience

Duties and responsibilities include creating and applying lesson plans as well as adopting district
curriculum with the students, ensuring safety, and practicing classroom management.

Frostwood Elementary- Spring Branch ISD, Houston, TX

4th Grade - Language Arts and Social Studies (full year) August 2016-Present
CT: Julie Ballew, julie.ballew@springbranchisd.com

4th Grade - Math and Science (one semester) January - May 2017
CT: Amanda Ross, mandakross@gmail.com
Work Experience
Managing a group of 8-15 students ranging from EC - 8th grade on a daily basis, daily setup and
cleanup. Creating a warm and safe environment for kids. Follow daily lesson plans such as art
class, science class, and community projects.

Kidventure- St. Michaels Catholic School, Houston, TX

EC 8th grade: After school counselor October 2013-May 2016
Supervisor: Ryan Isbrecht, ryan@kidventure.com