Claire F.

Hall
248-212-3395
75 E. 14THSt. Apt. 1, Holland, MI, 49423
ccforhan@gmail.com
claireforhan.weebly.com

SUMMARY
Innovative teacher with a passion for active learning and exploring how classroom environment supports student
learning. Has experience teaching, coaching, designing and leading professional development for colleagues. Effectively
collaborates in teams, develops and implements curriculum, and has strong organizational and time management skills.

EDUCATION and HONORS

The University of Michigan School of Education, Ann Arbor, MI April 2016
• B.A. in Education with Elementary Certification. Teaching Major: Mathematics. GPA: 4.0/4.0
• Michigan Provisional Elementary Certificate
• “Teacher of Promise” awarded by the Network of Michigan Educators
• Dean’s Award for Excellence, 2016 (top student in the U of M School of Education)
• James B. Angell Scholar (all A’s for 5 consecutive semesters); University Honors

WORK EXPERIENCE
5th Grade Teacher
Zeeland Christian School, Zeeland, MI August 2018- Present
• Created an active learning classroom using a variety of furniture to create diverse learning zones. Positioned
students as classroom designers and empowered students to own the space so that classroom environment
supports student learning.
• Designed and led a professional development seminar on Active Learning for colleagues interested in how the
classroom environment supports student learning.
• Ongoing communication with students and families through a classroom blog. Support students in maintaining
personal blogs to reflect on their learning each week.
• Member of the science committee, currently piloting Phenomenal Science units that align with the Next
Generation Science Standards. Modify and supplement curriculum as needed.

5th Grade Teacher

Keller Elementary, an International Baccalaureate School, Royal Oak, MI August 2016- June 2018
• Effectively taught a 23-26 diverse 5th grade students in an active learning classroom. Positioned students as the
lead designers of classroom environment to support learning.
• Utilized mobile furniture from Steelcase to engage student learning and reflected through blog posts. Led
professional webinars about active learning with Steelcase Education and supported development of training
program as a Learning Spaces Specialist.
• Collaborated in grade level team to design, write and implement curriculum based on state standards and global
themes that are responsive to student interest and need.
• Member of the school Technology Committee that supports teachers with rolling out new technology. Presenter
at district wide Tech Rally for teachers and led a school wide professional development that provided examples
and resources on how to enhance and extend student learning through Google Apps for Education.
• Member of the district wide Social Justice Committee that works to bring diversity, equity and social justice
curriculum and training into the classroom. Led professional development for teachers about understanding
social justice and cultural acceptance in the classroom.
• Analyzed normed testing data to understand student need and make instructional decisions.

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 • Created a student driven culture of learning through respectful discussion and positive classroom community
relationships. Effectively communicated with students and families via online blog and email.
• Facilitated students to complete the 5th grade IB PYP Exhibition in which students designed an inquiry-based
project that included student conducted research and action on a problem in the local or global community.

Teaching Works, University of Michigan May 2014 – August 2017

Program Assistant for the Elementary Mathematics Laboratory (EML)
• Assisted in the daily programming of students in the EML, a two-week summer program for 5th graders struggling in
math that acts as the basis of research at the of University of Michigan’s School of Education. Co-managed students
during meals and daily trips to the art museum to ensure a safe and educational cross-curricular experience.
• Carried out administrative work around the Teaching Works office, such as organizing an online contact database,
coordinating schedules of college tutors, and follow up with parents of students participating in the EML.

West Bloomfield Community Education June 2013 - August 2013, June 2014 - July 2014
Learn to Dive and Advanced Diving Coach; Certified Life Guard
• Developed and coached community education diving. Coached a wide range of abilities through two classes: Learn
to Dive Class- teaching beginners the basics of diving and technique. And, an Advanced Diving Class: to help high
school divers improve their current skills and acquire new dives.

VOLUNTEERING
Young Life January 2014 – April 2016
Student Staff, Summer Staff at Timber Wolf Lake- A Young Life Camp
• Mentored and supported college students in their life and faith by building deep relationships through conversation,
weekly gatherings and a variety of events.
• Planned and executed a “Barn Bash” for 75 college students. Responsible for locating venue, food donations,
decorations and activities during the event.
• Led small groups and bible studies through reading, conversation and discussion of challenging questions. Wrote
and spoke a message in front of 50 college students.
• Volunteered at Timber Wolf Lake- a Young Life camp in June of 2015, supported students in their life and spiritual
growth by working a high ropes course and other challenge elements in which I was responsible for the child’s safety
and provided encouragement.

Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society January 2013 - April 2016

Blood Drive Chair; Active Member
• Teacher leader for 10-40 students, kindergarten-4th grade, at the School of Education Martin Luther King Jr. Day in
2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. Responsible for managing and teaching students during classroom time.
• Planned and coordinated volunteers for 3 blood drives throughout the 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 school year,
working closely with a Red Cross employee to ensure smooth donation.

K-Grams Kids Programs September 2012 - May 2015

BookMARK Coordinator for Pattengill Elementary School, Ann Arbor, MI
• Volunteered and coordinated volunteers every week, to work in a classroom assisting students as necessary. Lead
small group science experiments, and supported student’s writing and reading to provide individualized help.
• Coordinated a class-wide project to make winter decorations that were donated to The Ozone House in Ann Arbor
to teach students the importance of community service.