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Kellyanne Thompson Resume
Kellyanne Thompson Resume
2312 Wing Haven Place, Midlothian, VA 23112 • (804) 467-4796
thompskx@dukes.jmu.edu • https://kellyanneportfolio.weebly.com
EDUCATION
James Madison University (JMU), Harrisonburg, VA
Master of Arts in Teaching Expected May 2018
Professional Education Licensure Program: Elementary Education (PreK-6)
GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies May 2017
Minors: Elementary Education and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Concentration: Math, Science, and Technology
GPA: 3.93
TEACHING AND CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher in 4th Grade October 2017 – December 2017
J. A. Chalkley Elementary School, Chesterfield, VA
● Analyzed student assessment data to di erentiate math instruction for small groups of 5-7
students and structured activities based on the data to meet their needs
● Adjusted math and literacy instruction based on informal assessment data in order to revisit
di cult topics and create more opportunities to practice the di cult skills
● Integrated Kagan cooperative learning techniques such as numbered heads, turn and talk, and
rally robin to encourage student-talk and increase student engagement
● Promoted cross-curricular learning by incorporating science and Virginia studies content into whole
group reading lessons and guided reading lessons
● Incorporated breathing techniques, yoga, and music to support students who come from trauma
● Utilized technology such as Google Classroom and Nearpod promote digital literacy skills
Student Teacher in Kindergarten August 2017 – October 2017
J. A. Chalkley Elementary School, Chesterfield, VA
● Strengthened classroom community through daily morning meeting activities that allowed students
to share their feelings as well as interact with their peers
● Improved whole group number talks that promoted subitising by allowing students to articulate
their thinking and prove their reasoning
● Created student-centered literacy activities for pairs of students to improve their concepts of word,
concepts of print, letter recognition, and writing skills
● Designed opportunities for students to grow their independence and collaboration skills by
incorporating group work into math instruction
● Managed classroom behaviors and upheld the school’s positive behavioral interventions and
supports (PBIS) model by explicitly teaching and modeling expected behaviors, praising students
for positive choices, and intervening on an individual basis when students needed more support
Practicum Student in 5th Grade January 2017 – May 2017
Cub Run Elementary School, Penn Laird, VA
● Implemented science and social studies lessons that were planned using backwards design
● Led a small group of 3-4 students to provide supplemental math instruction
Practicum Student in PreK August 2015 – December 2015
McGaheysville Elementary School, McGaheysville, VA
● Conducted a case study on one student to track their emotional, social, physical, and cognitive
development over the course of 4 months
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JMU Study Abroad to Costa Rica June 2015 – July 2015
● Authentic Spanish-speaking experience with host family and locals in the community
● Observed the teaching styles, structures, and practices of a Costa Rican Kindergarten teacher
● Developed cultural awareness and appreciation through hands-on cultural experiences with host
family and local community
EDUCATIONAL EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Math Tutor for JMU’s Math and Statistics Department, Harrisonburg, VA August 2016 – Present
● Provided supplemental math instruction to college students by including multiple representations
and prompting them to explain their reasoning
● Communicated with 5 math professors in order to give the best possible support to over 300
students across three di erent math courses
● Collaborated with professors in order to grade student work in a valid and consistent manner
● Di erentiated instruction by building relationships with students in order to uncover their personal
preferences and needs
Substitute Teacher at the Goddard School, Midlothian, VA May 2017 – August 2017
● Assumed all duties and responsibilities of the classroom teacher in accordance with school policies
● Sustained a positive classroom environment while maintaining normal classroom routines to ensure
normalcy for students
School Age Teacher at The Goddard School, Midlothian, VA May 2016 – August 2016
● Conducted hands-on lessons in literacy, science, engineering, and arts for 17 school aged children in
Kindergarten through 5th grade in order to maintain their academic skills throughout the summer
● Managed and oversaw the safety of students on weekly field trips
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE
Math Concentrators Club, Founding Member September 2016 – Present
● Attended professional development focused on teaching elementary mathematics
● Participated in local family math nights to foster home-school connections and give parents
strategies to support their students at home
R.O.T.E. Program September 2014 – September 2016
● Weekly exposure to di erent classrooms and teaching styles in local schools
● Engaged in after school activities and learned the importance of family and community
involvement
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Phi Mu Fraternity September 2013 – May 2017
● An active member of the Philanthropy and Sisterhood committees
● Encouraged involvement between chapter members through philanthropic and sisterhood driven
activities
Phi Mu Fraternity, Vice President January 2015 – January 2016
● Presented weekly lessons to a chapter of 200 women that promoted the values of the fraternity:
sisterhood, service, knowledge, and character
● Integrated technological tools, such as Kahoot and interactive polls, to present the information in
engaging ways