Christ the King Montessori Elementary Cate Zweber
7 weeks
Impacted student learning through differentiated instruction and personalized learning
Taught various lessons in the areas of Math, Science, Reading and more using the Montessori Method
Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to students of various grade and skill levels
Effectively managed a positive learning environment to meet a variety of students' individual learning needs using Conscious Discipline
I have learned more about effectively teaching one-on-one and small group lessons and have grown in confidence in my my abilities to positively impact the learning of young students in individualized settings.
Student Teaching | Spring 2023 | Preschool
St. Anne School Sarah Miller
7 weeks
Impacted student learning through differentiated instruction and personalized learning
Taught reading to preschool students using Reading Street curriculum
Observed and taught Second Step curriculum to preschool students
Effectively managed a positive learning environment to meet a variety of students' individual learning needs using Conscious Discipline
I have learned more about effectively managing a preschool classroom and have grown in confidence in my my abilities to positively impact the learning of young students.
Differentiated instruction and assessments based on students' individual needs
Assisted in leading whole and small group instruction in multiple subject areas while cooperating teacher was out sick
I have learned how to differentiate instruction to fit the learning styles of students of varying abilities. The students helped to teach me how to apply my skills to helping them achieve their educational goals in multiple different ways.
Early Childhood Practicum | Spring 2022 | Kindergarten
Sunrise Elementary Laura Selensky
45 hours
Designed and implemented 4 lesson plans
Reading Comprehension - Summarization Lesson
Writer's Workshop - Opinion Writing
Science - Push and Pull
Math - Addition and Subtraction - Word Problems
Differentiated instruction and assessments for students struggling in writing by providing them with new strategies
I learned more about being more flexible and thinking on my feet to differentiate my teaching to fit the needs of each learner.
Differentiated instruction and assessments for students struggling in writing by providing them with new strategies
Provided students with self-regulation strategies when they needed more support.
Lead small group instruction for lessons in reading and math
I gained experience in teaching one-on-one individualized lesson plans to the students of this classroom. I also was able to develop strategies with individual students to help them with self-regulation so that they could increase their focus and understanding of their classwork.
Physical Education Practicum | Fall 2021 | Elementary School Solheim Elementary Michael Porter
30 hours
Cooperating Teacher: Mr. Michael Porter
Observed students and teacher in the classroom
Designed bulletin board to teach healthy habits
Designed and implemented two Physical Education integrated lesson plans
Physical Education and Social Studies
Physical Education and Music
Differentiated for students of varying abilities
Assisted in leading whole group instruction
I learned more about the importance of incorporating movement into the classroom. By integrating movement into my classroom, my students will not only retain information and focus, but also will have fun while learning.
Diversity Practicum | Spring 2021 Dr. Michael Taylor
30 hours
Volunteered at Ministry on the Margins
Taught a lesson with peers based on exhibit at Heritage Center
Fashion and Function: North Dakota Style
I learned the value of working with diverse learners and people in one's community. These experiences will help me to better understand and differentiate for my future students.