Lori L.

Kline
849 Douglas, Garden City, MI 48135
LORISB55@aol.com - (734) 564-3141
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Highly enthusiastic, motivated and self-directed educational professional having strong background as mathematics
middle school teacher. I have excellent speaking, listening and facilitating skills backed by a deep-rooted interest in
mathematics. Expertise include:

Eight years experience in teaching math at the middle school level

Exceptional knowledge working with an urban population

Solid knowledge of the prescribed curriculum and the current educational trends

Familiar with various learning disabilities and associated remedial teaching strategies Remarkable ability to
teach all middle school math curricula

Strong classroom management skills

Excellent communication skills with students and parents alike

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Education & Qualifications

MS in Instructional Design and Technology: Walden University

Bachelor of Science; Major: Mathematics; Minor: Integrated Science: Eastern Michigan University
Teacher Provisional Certification-Elementary Education State of Michigan
Mathematics Certification K through eighth grade (EX Endorsement)
Adult First Aid, Adult/Child CPR with Mask, Adult/Child AED Certification

Professional Teaching Experience

7th/ 8th Grade Math Teacher

(September 2015-Present)
Garden City Public Middle School, Garden City, MI
Developed lesson plans and instructional materials for a classroom environment favorable for student learning and personal growth in both seventh and grade common core standards.
Trained in NWEA testing data and procedures.

7th Grade Math Teacher

(September 2012-September 2015)
South Pointe Scholars National Heritage Academy, Ypsilanti, MI
Developed lesson plans and instructional materials for a classroom environment favorable for student learning and personal growth.
Established and maintained standards of behavior of the students at all the times.

7th Grade Math Teacher

(September 2009-August 2012)
Old Redford Academy Middle School, Detroit, MI
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect
understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned for five classes of mathematics.
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Supplemental Instruction Tutor

(April 2009-August 2012)
Bacinskis Best of Friends Learning Institute, Plymouth, MI
Lead weekly tutoring sessions for individual students to help the student understand mathematic concepts for
subjects such as Geometry and Algebra.
Supervise stimulating math learning centers utilizing various manipulatives and to encourage exploration and
build conceptual knowledge for the individual student.

Substitute Teacher: Grades K through 12

(April 2008-September 2009)
Livonia, Novi, Northville, Plymouth Canton, & Farmington School District
Guided students (elementary through high school) through lessons set by teacher
Carry out the lesson according to the teachers plan and usual routine of the class as much as possible, but
using my own innovations when applicable.

Science Teacher
(April 2009-September 2009)
High touch High-tech Science Made Fun, Macomb & Wayne County, MI
Supervise stimulating Science learning centers to encourage exploration and build conceptual knowledge
through hands on science experiments.
Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student engagement.

References Upon Request