Kate Hojnacki

Secondary Education
Chemistry/ Integrated Science
 Kate Hojnacki
40268 Sandy Drive Clinton Township, MI 48038
(586) 744-1210 hojnacki.kate@gmail.com

Philosophy Creating an atmosphere with high energy and a positive attitude is essential for a successful learning
environment. The classroom environment should be a safe space where students want to ask questions, share
ideas, and are not afraid to take risks. With the teacher acting as a guide, students can let their natural curiosity
direct the learning in the classroom. This type of classroom environment allows students to gain an
understanding of the material through inquiry while building confidence, motivation, and a desire to achieve.

Education Oakland University, Rochester, MI April 2017

Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry GPA 3.67
Presidential Scholar
International Academy of Macomb, Clinton Township, MI June 2012
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Salutatorian

Certification Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)

Major: Chemistry (DC)
Minor: Integrated Science (DI)

Teaching Fraser High School, Fraser, MI Sept 2016 Present

Experience 10th Grade Chemistry, Final Field Placement and Student Teaching Internship
Collaborates with cooperating teacher and professional learning community to develop chemistry
curriculum
Plans and implements activities and lesson plans
Teaches classes including Chemistry and Applied Biology and Chemistry
Attends professional development and staff meetings

Bemis Junior High School, Sterling Heights, MI Jan 2016- March 2016
7th Grade Physical Science & 8th Grade Environmental Science, Field Placement
Assisted in gathering materials, creating lesson plans, and grading papers
Gained insights about teaching by asking questions throughout the field experience
Discussed classroom management strategies and methods of assessment with cooperating teacher
Kept notes on selected students for further study in educational psychology class

Project Upward Bound, Oakland University, Rochester, MI May 2015 July 2015
Summer Academy, Tutor/Teacher Assistant for Chemistry and Biology classroom
Assisted in engaging students in lesson plans and laboratory experiments
Monitored students behavior and managed classes up to 30 students
Developed relationships with students by volunteering time to non-instructional activities

Project Upward Bound, Oakland University, Rochester, MI Sept 2014 Nov 2015
Oak Park High School and Pontiac Academy for Excellence, Field Placement, 9-12th grade
Administered Iowa Tests for Educational Development to evaluate the knowledge of the students
Assisted cooperating teacher in giving lesson plans based on test preparation
Tutored students individually in science subjects
Learned skills to maintain proper management of a classroom

Relevant National Science Foundation: Research Experience for Teachers, Rochester, MI Summer 2016
Experience Research Experience Teacher, Battery Group
Worked with a team researching the in-plane thermal conductivity of lithium-ion batteries
Used MACCOR battery testing equipment and a FLIR camera along with MAT Lab and Excel to collect
and analyze data
Developed a course module to be used to implement engineering and research practices into the
classroom
Presented research to a group of teachers, administrators and engineers
 Oakland University Housing, Rochester, MI Aug 2014- April 2016
Resident Assistant
Acted as a mentor for residents with academic, personal, social, financial or other concerns
Fostered a community that is supportive to all residents by promoting acceptance and understanding of
diverse backgrounds
Planned and implemented programs to build community and to educate residents on issues pertinent
to their development

Oakland University Housing, Rochester, MI Summers 2014/2015/2016

Conference Assistant
Hosted programs to build community on campus for the summer residents
Performed check-in and check-out procedures for all hostels and camp residents
Responded to any situations as requested by hostel and camp residents

Oakland University Undergraduate Admissions, Rochester, MI Aug 2013 April 2015

Senior Admissions Ambassador
Led tours for prospective students and parents around the campus of Oakland university while
providing facts and knowledge about the University
Participated in student panels at various recruitment events to provide additional information and my
personal experiences at Oakland University

Oakland University Housing, Rochester, MI Aug 2013 April 2014

Night watch Desk Worker
Ensured the safety of students living in the residence halls by swiping student ID
Signed in all guests who did not live in the residence halls with proper documentation
Provided a welcoming environment at the entrance of the freshman residence hall

Oakland University Housing, Rochester, MI Aug 2013 April 2014

Residence Halls Association Secretary
Recorded weekly meeting minutes for all general body meetings
Wrote monthly newsletters to provide to Resident Assistants about upcoming events
Attended regional and national conferences and brought back innovative ideas to implement in our
residence halls

Skills MS Word MS PowerPoint MS Excel

MS Publisher MS OneNote Inspiration 9
SMART Board Google Drive Google Calendar
Outlook PowerSchool Blackboard
Promethean Board ActivInspire Weebly

Professional National Science Foundation Research Experience for Teachers, Summers 2016 & 2017
Development Michigan Science Teachers Association Conference, Presenter, March 2017
MEEMIC Michigan Science Teachers Association Conference Scholarship Winner, March 2017
Knowles Science Teaching Foundation Fellowship Finalist, March 2017
Metropolitan Detroit Science Teachers Association Conference, Presenter, November 2016
Kappa Delta Pi iLead Conference, Central Michigan University, November 2016
Michigan Science Teachers Association Conference, March 2016
Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Issues in Education Conference, January 2016
Oakland University Student Affairs, Student Professional Development Series, 2015
Oakland University Housing, Professional Development Series, 2014
Student to Professional Conference at Oakland University, 2014
Great Lakes Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls Conference, Fall 2013
National Association of College and University Residence Halls Conference, Summer 2013

Activities/ President of Oakland University Michigan Science Teachers Association Student Chapter
Interests Member of Michigan Science Teachers Association
Member of National Education Association
Member of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority
Intramural Athlete of the Year at Oakland University 2012-2013
Individual and team intramural sports at Oakland University
Varsity Sports: Golf, Bowling and Softball
Captain of Varsity Golf and Bowling Teams
Travel Softball and other recreational sports
Professional References

Gregory Dalida Terese Collins

Cooperating Teacher, Chemistry Physics Teacher
Fraser High School Lake Orion High School
18083 Fairwood 495 E Scripps Road
Clinton Township, MI 48035 Lake Orion, MI 48360
(586) 913-5949 (248) 210- 3817
gregory.dalida@fraserk12.org terese.collins@lok12.org

Joseph Sayers James DeHaan

University Supervisor Physics Teacher
Oakland University De La Salle Collegiate High School
1245 Rock Valley Drive 14600 Common Rd
Rochester, MI 48307 Warren, MI 48088
(586) 216-9742 (586) 747- 1516
jgsayers@comcast.net jdehaan@delasallehs.com

Mark Olson
Associate Professor, Science Teacher Education
Oakland University
470F Pawley Hall
456 Pioneer Drive
Rochester, MI 48309
(860) 933- 6823
olson2@oakland.edu