SARA M - The Captain's Helm
SARA M. ROKICKI
45728 Pebble Creek W Apt. 2 Shelby Township, MI 48317
saramr@ (586) 698-8277 (home)
srokicki@waw. (586) 439-4403 (work)
OBJECTIVE______________________________________________________
To inspire my students to achieve at the highest level they are capable of by establishing an environment built on high expectations and a communal care and concern for individuals needs through cooperative, interactive, and engaging lessons.
EDUCATION___________________________________________________
Post Masters Certificate in School Administration, May 2005
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Masters Degree in Educational Leadership, May 2005 4.00 GPA
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Bachelor of Arts in Education, December 2002 3.74 GPA
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
Major(s): Spanish, Geography Minor: Social Studies
Michigan Secondary Provisional Certification
7-12 Spanish (FF); 7-12 Geography (CB); 7-12 Social Studies (RX)
University of Seville, Seville, Spain, January-June 2000
Study abroad including total immersion in the Spanish language
TEACHING EXPERIENCE_______________________________________
Warren Woods Tower High School, Warren Woods Public Schools, Warren, Michigan
Spanish I-IV Teacher, August 2003-Present
Cultivated student growth by incorporating hands-on, creative lessons using cooperative learning and group collaboration situations. Participated in leadership activities through service on committees, running a Spanish Club, taking students to foreign countries, and mentoring interns.
Mary Pounder Tutoring, Centerline, Michigan
Private Tutor, September 2005-Present
Worked one-on-one to motivate and improve basic skills for students with varying disabilities.
Upward Bound Program, Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek, Michigan
Spanish I-II Teacher, June 2003-August 2003
Inspired urban at-risk students participating in a college prepatory program to increase cultural awareness while addressing diversity issues. Strengthen grammar and verb conjugation concepts through interactive lessons and assignments.
Battle Creek Central High School, Battle Creek Public Schools, Battle Creek, Michigan
Spanish, Social Studies Teacher, January 2003-June 2003
Instructed 9th-12th grade at-risk students in a large, urban block schedule setting through integrated lessons that focus on the use of technology and student participation. Adapted to new teaching methods as well as established parent interaction through conferences and phone calls. Developed an effective discipline plan while meeting the needs of students with learning disabilities. Coordinated staff meetings and participated in a curriculum development committee.
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Bangor Community Education, Bangor Public Schools, Bangor, MI
English-As-A-Second Language Teacher, September-December 2002
Enabled Hispanic migrant adults to develop English language skills while adapting lessons to incorporate the various learning stages from illiterate to almost English language proficient students. Created a unique curriculum tailored to second language learners.
Woodside Elementary School, Harford Public Schools, Hartford, MI
Summer School Teacher, June-August 2001
Team-taught 40 sixth graders in all subjects with a focus on social studies and social/civic life skills. Motivated migrant and failing students to appreciate learning while accepting the diversity found within the classroom in order to build a stronger community.
RELATED EXPERIENCE________________________________________
Kalamazoo County Government, Kalamazoo, MI October 2001-August 2002
Recruitment Coordinator, Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program
Originated a recruitment plan for this health awareness program targeted at minority women. Generated support in a six county region by supplying information in a bilingual setting while establishing connections with parents and volunteers within the community.
Chemical Bank Shoreline, Paw Paw, MI June 1997-September 2001
Customer Service Representative/Personal Banker,
Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions and support. Managed large sums of money as well as accounts in three counties by providing records management.
AWARDS/PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS_________________________
Golden Key National Honor Society (2001-Present)
Alpha Lamda Delta (1998-Present)
Mortar Board (2000-Present)
Dean’s List (1998-2005)
Michigan Competitive Scholarship (1998-2002)
E. Fern Hudson Education Award (1999-2000)
Outstanding Senior in Geography (2002)
Most Outstanding New Foreign Language Teacher (2003)
Warren Woods Foundation Grant Winner (2004, 2005)
Michigan World Language Association Member (2003-Present)
American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese Member (2004-Present)
Communication Camp Counselor (2004, 2005)
Mentor (2004-2006)
Association of Secondary School Administrators (2005-Present)
Fulbright Grant Recipient (2006)
References available upon request
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