Kristin Hagen

1st Grade Teacher

O’Dea Core Knowledge Elementary School
Fort Collins, CO 80525

To Whom It May Concern,

I am so thrilled and excited to recommend Emily Trujillo for a student teaching position. Emily
was a guided reading practicum student in my classroom last Spring, and I could not have been
more impressed with her potential as a future teacher, professionalism, and relationship with
students.

Emily was assigned to my classroom in January to work with students 1-on-1 in a guided reading
capacity. Immediately, Emily went above and beyond to develop positive relationships with our
students and staff. The student that Emily was working with quickly connected with her. Emily
was also extremely proactive about communication. She asked questions when she needed
clarification, expressed weekly highlights and concerns about the student she was working with,
and went above and beyond to ensure that her student experienced success in terms of reading
accuracy and fluency.

Additionally, I was impressed with Emily’s willingness to communicate. Emily sent me weekly
emails to communicate about the students she was working with. She asked important questions
in order to learn and grow. She was willing to tweak and adjust her practice, implement
suggested strategies and skills, and seek advice to benefit the students she was working with.
She provided detailed recounts of her work with my student and kept me in the loop of what her
focus was.

It is evident that Emily has the capacity to be an outstanding teacher. I know that her eagerness
to learn and grow will allow her to quickly develop into an effective educator. She is a true
teacher-in-the-making, and any school would be lucky to have her as a student teacher.

Please contact me with any questions.

Sincerely,

Kristin Hagen
st
1 Grade Teacher
O’Dea Core Knowledge