Lauren Brenner

14373 Dixie
(313) 231-1495
Redford, Michigan, 48239
lauren.brenner@arbor.edu
Objective:
To obtain a special education resource room position in which I will be able to assert my skills as an educator to
increase student learning and success.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts
Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
Concentration: Elementary Provisional
Major: Elementary Special Education
Cumulative GPA: 3.78
Certification:
Elementary Provisional K-5 all subjects
Special Education Provisional K-12
Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC)
CPR/First Aid Certified
Michigan Literacy Progress Profile (MLPP)

To be awarded December 2015

Pending Certification
Pending Certification
2015
2015
2014

Technology Skills:
Software: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point.
Knowledge of the Internet and its variety of uses.
PowerSchool (program used to take attendance).
Knowledge of IPad applications, Smart Boards, and Interactive Boards.
Understand how to create a website using Weebly.com.
Student Teaching:
Elementary Education Internship/Practicum
September 2015 to November 2015
Northwest Early Elementary School
(517) 817-4705
Mentor Teacher: Mrs. Amber Keathley
University Supervisor: Mr. Jack Esterline
Grade Level: Second grade
Experience:
Participated in all second grade and whole school activities
Created and taught lessons
Created and implemented a data driven unit plan based on second grade language arts standards
Created and successfully implemented an RTI plan for a student with behavioral issues
Attended school and district wide meetings, including a professional development meeting on the
Nurtured Heart Approach
Special Education Internship/Practicum
Northwest Early Elementary School
(517) 817-4705
Mentor Teacher: Laura Koszegi
University Supervisor: Dr. Donna Burgman

November 2015 to February 2016

Grade Level: Kindergarten and First grade

Experience:
Participated in all first grade and kindergarten resource room activities
Created and taught lessons
Participated in multiple IEPs, and assisted in writing and implementing them
Created and implemented a data driven unit plan
Assessed students using running records and other forms of assessment
Other Educational Experience:
Florida Experience
January 2013
Visited Saint Augustine, FL area schools for three weeks and studied differences in their educational
system compared to Michigan schools
Visited the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind
Employment:
Childcare Provider
June 2012 to August 2015
The Learning Tree, Livonia, MI
Assistant teacher in toddler room, transitional preschool room, and pre kindergarten classroom
Substitute Teacher
EDUStaff
Leadership Experience:
Member of the Spring Arbor University Womens Softball Team

August 2015 to Present

September 2011 to May 2015

Kids Hope USA

November 2011 to June 2015
Spring Arbor, MI
Mentoring students who are considered to be at risk by school faculty for one hour per week
Invested in the life of a student for two years at Warner Elementary
Invested in the life of a student at Bean elementary for two years
Peer Advisor
June 2014 to May 2015
Spring Arbor University
Mentoring University freshman and providing opportunities for them to become connected on campus
Leading a weekend camping trip to Cedar Bend Farms in Mancelona, MI to build relationships and
discover a better understanding of self
Planning monthly events on or off campus to create community and build relationships
Cross Cultural Experience:
Dominican Republic
January 2014
Was immersed in the Dominican culture for three weeks
Studied the cultures religions, government, family structure, economy, traditions, and education
China
July 2008
Was immersed in the Chinese culture for three weeks
Studied the cultures religions, government, family structure, economy, traditions, and education