Laura Rinehart

lauramary98@gmail.com
586.549.0245
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 Laura Rinehart
PROFESSIONAL GOAL:
I strive to integrate technology into my classroom while providing an enriching and authentic
learning experience for students of all levels.

EDUCATION:
Michigan State University: East Lansing, MI 2013
Masters of Educational Technology

Michigan State University: East Lansing, MI 2008

Bachelor of Arts Degree: Spanish Major/TESOL Minor

HIGHLY QUALIFIED:
Spanish (FF): Spanish Language, Grammar, and Culture
ESL (NS): ESL Classes, Sheltered Instruction
Educational Technology (NP): Technology and Leadership

University of Virginia Overseas Study: Valencia, Spain 2007

5 month immersion study abroad program

Dakota High School: Macomb, MI 2004

PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

Clarkston Junior High School 2009 – Present
Clarkston, MI
 Plan and teach communicative and authentic lessons for Spanish I and Student Leadership.
 Integrate technology into the classroom.
 Annually meet student growth goals.
 Currently on Technology Cohort for my building.
 Modify assignments and assessments for special education students.
 Provide supports for struggling students online and in person.
 Create a positive and productive learning environment.
 Working with Independence Television to create videos and announcements.
 Maintain professional relationships with parents, colleagues, and administration.
 Attend in and out of district professional development.

Dwight D. Eisenhower High School August 2008 – May 2009

Shelby Twp., MI
 Planned and taught communicative lessons for Spanish I and II.
 Created a positive and productive learning environment.
 Modified assignments and assessments for special education students.
 Integrated technology into the classroom.
 Prepared students linguistically and culturally.
 Used native and heritage speakers for authentic learning experiences.
  Maintained relationships with parents, colleagues, and administration.
Broad Fellowship at Phoenix Multicultural Academy June-July 2008
Detroit, MI
 Taught lessons focused on reading and writing for a 5th grade English class.
 Helped students using MEAP materials.
 Worked with culturally diverse students.

Broad Fellowship at Academy of the Americas June-July 2007

Detroit, MI
 Taught Math at a bilingual immersion middle school.
 Tutored students individually and in groups.
 Received professional development on Urban Education.

Field Placement at MacDonald Middle School January 2008 – May 2009

East Lansing, MI
 Tutored ESL individually and in smalls groups.
 Coordinated lessons with enriching cultural classroom field trips.

Field placement at Everett High School September 2007 – May 2009

Lansing, MI
 Planned, taught, and analyzed lessons for Spanish I and II.
 Circulated the classroom to help with activities and answer questions.
 Observed lessons and classroom management strategies.

Field Placement at Dwight Rich Middle School September – December 2006

Lansing, MI
 Observed lessons and classroom management strategies in a Social Studies classroom.
 Tutored individuals and small groups of students.

TEACHER RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

Smart Teacher Smart Kid Learning Center January 2008-May 2008
 Tutored elementary level students one-on-one.
 Performed secretarial duties.

Tutoring ESL to Korean students September-December 2006

 Tutored two elementary level Korean ESL learners.
 Created authentic and contextualized lesson plans that focused on reading and writing.

Resident Mentor August 2007 – May 2008

Shaw Hall, Michigan State University
 Increased my personal leadership and teamwork skills.
 Worked in a diverse setting where I encouraged MSU students to improve their character,
personal well-being, community responsibilities, and working in multicultural situations.
HONORS:
Clarkston Community Schools Employee Recognition Award, 2016
Michigan State University Dean’s List, 2012-2013
Margaret F. Lorimer Award, 2008
Michigan State University Dean’s List, 2004-2008
Study Abroad Scholarship, 2006
Service Learning and Civic Engagement Award, 2005
Dakota High School Student Government President, 2000-2004
Dakota High School National Honor Society Vice President, 2003-2004

TECHNOLOGY TRAINING:
 Competent in Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and Synergy.

PERSONAL INTERESTS:
I love spending time with my family and going on adventures with them. I love learning, teaching,
traveling and volunteering. Please view my online portfolio to learn more!

REFERNCES:
Available upon request.