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Emily Mcdonald Resume

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Emily L.

McDonald
4300 Collegiate Way, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Apt. 436C
(989) 859-1130 | mcdonald1el@alma.edu | MS. MCDONALD'S CLASSROOM

Mission Statement
My mission is to create an inclusive and supportive environment for students to construct
meaningful educational experiences, progress their knowledge and abilities, and challenge their
potential.

Education
Alma College (Alma, MI) April 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Language Arts
• Minor: Studio Art
• Cumulative GPA: 3.981 / Major GPA: 4.0
• Barlow Trophy Finalist

Bullock Creek High School (Midland, MI) June 2018


High School Diploma

Teaching Development
Student Teaching (St. Louis, MI) August 2022 – December 2022
Education Field Placement – 2nd Grade Classroom
Cooperating Teacher: Theresa Vance
Field Instructor: Amanda Willman
• Taught all subjects

Carrie Knause Elementary School (St. Louis, MI) Winter 2021


Education Field Placement – 2nd Grade Classroom
Supervising Teacher: Theresa Vance
• Planned and taught a math lesson using pencils to teach standard measurements
• Planned and taught four language arts lessons on close reading, shared reading, shared writing,
and word work
• Completed literary assessment on student writing confidence and abilities using data collected
from student work

Breckenridge Elementary School (Breckenridge, MI) Fall 2020


Education Field Placement – 5 Grade Classroom
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Supervising Teachers: Amanda Willman, Carmen Rodriguez


• Planned and taught lessons in science (shadows) and history (notable explorers)
• Completed 40 hours of classroom engagement

Ithaca North Elementary School (Ithaca, MI) Winter 2020


Education Field Placement – 6 Grade Classroom
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Supervising Teacher: Shelby Fonger


• Assisted the teacher during the class and worked one-on-one with struggling students
• Completed 40 hours of classroom engagement
Emily L. McDonald
4300 Collegiate Way, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Apt. 436C
(989) 859-1130 | mcdonald1el@alma.edu | MS. MCDONALD'S CLASSROOM

Work Experience
AmeriCorps (Gratiot County, MI) June 2021 – August 2021
Summer VISTA Intern
• Volunteered approximately 40 hours a week with non-profits across Gratiot County, including
Alma College STEM Camps; Day Dreams Non-Profit of Ithaca, MI; Gratiot County Hunger
Network; Alma Community Café; Gratiot County Gender Affirming Closet; and Gratiot County
Hope House
• Volunteered at Everyone Together, a camp for students diagnosed with low-functioning autism,
ranging from ages 18-23

Alma College (Alma, MI)


CORE Research Assistant May 2022 – August 2022
• Created a research project titled “Storytelling in Math and Science” in collaboration with an Alma
College professor, Dr. Jessie Store
• Studied relevant literature to craft a literature review
• Interviewed elementary and middle school teachers as participants for the research
• Prepared to continue research and submit it for a senior thesis project

Almanian Staff Writer March 2021 – April 2022


• Research and conduct interviews to write non-biased articles on news and campus events
• Invited by President Abernathy to write an article highlighting student success

Tutor – Physical Science January 2020 – April 2022


• Invited by faculty member to tutor peers in Physical Science 101
• Work with students one-on-one and in small groups to provide additional instruction

Language Arts Tutor at Carrie Knause Elementary (St. Louis, MI) August 2019 – March 2020
• Tutored K-2nd grade students in reading at Carrie Knauss Elementary School
• Worked one on one with students to improve fluency, letter sound recognition, and sight words

Gratiot County Hope House (St. Louis, MI) August 2020 – March 2021
Micro-Intern
• Worked remotely to acquire donations by contacting businesses in Gratiot County
• Marketed renovations and fundraisers on social media

Washington Woods Senior Citizen (Midland, MI) August 2017 August 2018
Office Assistant
• Assisted residents with meal plans and daily routines
• Organized weekly meal selections for residents
• Communicated effectively with residents, staff, and catering company
Emily L. McDonald
4300 Collegiate Way, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Apt. 436C
(989) 859-1130 | mcdonald1el@alma.edu | MS. MCDONALD'S CLASSROOM

Leadership and Service


Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society (Alma, MI) March 2020 – April 2022
Positions Held: President, Vice-President
• Lead bi-weekly club and board meetings, and keep group informed on national society updates
• Plan and execute literature themed events to promote engagement with English/language arts
• Planned and executed new member initiation ceremony for approximately 20 new members

Alma College Education Club (Alma, MI) August 2018 – April 2022
Positions Held: President, Co-Event Coordinator
• Coordinate bi-weekly meetings, including time, location, and agenda
• Plan campus and community outreach events, including volunteering with schools and students
• Managed Instagram and Facebook pages to market events and share club updates

Alma College Tennis (Alma, MI) August 2018 – April 2022


Senior Captain, Athlete
• Dedicate approximately 20 hours per week to training, practice, and game play
• Lead warm-ups and, in the absence of coach, practices
Emily L. McDonald
4300 Collegiate Way, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Apt. 436C
(989) 859-1130 | mcdonald1el@alma.edu | MS. MCDONALD'S CLASSROOM

References

Dr. Peggy Thelen


Professor of Education
Alma College (Alma, MI)
(989) 463-7202
thelen@alma.edu

Dr. Brian Hancock


Professor of Education
Alma College (Alma, MI)
(989) 463-7357
hancockb@alma.edu

Dr. Sheryle Dixon


Assistant Professor of Philosophy & Director of Grant Support
Alma College (Alma, MI)
(989) 463-7967
sddixon@alma.edu

Mrs. Theresa Vance


2nd Grade Teacher
Carrie Knause Elementary (St. Louis, MI)
(989) 681- 2545
tvance@stlouisschools.net

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