Chance W.

Torrence
Aberdeen, SD 57401 • chance.torrence@wolves.northern.edu  605-290-4496

Education
Bachelor of Science in Education Anticipated May 2019
Elementary Education major Northern State University, Aberdeen, South Dakota

Teaching Experience
Holgate Middle School Grade 8 Aberdeen, South Dakota
Student Teaching Experience January 2019-Present
 Observed and assisted with small group, whole group instruction
 Implemented multiple lessons with varying content levels
 Recognized and addressed behavioral and academic issues with faculty and administration

Lincoln Elementary School Grade 1 Aberdeen, South Dakota

Pre-Student Teaching Field Experience September 2017 – November 2017
 Assisted with classroom activities including math and reading lessons in small and large groups
 Implemented whole group language arts lessons using smartboard and text
 Taught individual and small group language arts lessons

Mike Miller Elementary School Grade 2 Aberdeen, South Dakota

Pre-Admission Field Experience February 2017
 Observed students in daily activities including: math, reading, language arts, and social studies
 Assisted with social studies lesson involving Presidents

Northern State University Reading Clinic Aberdeen, South Dakota

Tutor Experience August 2018-October 2018
 Designed lessons based on GORT and TWS placement assessments
 Taught orthographic elements to improve reading skills for comprehending meaning
 Implemented various teaching strategies to apply content through the use of orthography

Additional Experience
Boys & Girls Club of Aberdeen Area Aberdeen, South Dakota
Sports & Fitness Director May 2013-Present
 Planned and supervised recreational activities for gymnasium and outside area
 Organized and coached youth t-ball, baseball, and basketball teams
 Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Mentor to multiple members

Aberdeen Family YMCA Aberdeen, South Dakota

Wellness Coach September 2017-Present
 Guided and mentored members to help them achieve fitness goals
 CPR and First Aid Certified

Service, Involvement, and Awards

 SDEA Member, Aberdeen, South Dakota August 2018-Present
 Northern State University Dean’s List, Aberdeen, South Dakota Fall 2016-Present
 Boys & Girls Club of Aberdeen Area, Aberdeen, South Dakota May 2013-Present
o July 2016, October 2017, June 2018 Staff of the Month

Professional Development
 Boys and Girls Club Great Plains Area Council July 2018
 Sanford Children’s Early Childhood Enrichment Program Sessions May 2018

References Available Upon Request