Taryn Geroche

taryn.geroche@gmail.com (970)481-1193
3501 Stover Street Apt. 221, Fort Collins, CO 80525
www.taryngeroche-eportfolio.weebly.com

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER

Inspiring students to pursue their full potential through meaningful relationships
and engaging, real-world mathematical connections.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Education, Vocal Performance Minor
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Teaching License: Secondary Mathematics
Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board

Expected May 2016

Expected Summer 2016

AVID Tutor
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

Dec 2015

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teaching
Conrad Ball Middle School, Thompson School District, Loveland, CO
Planned for and taught three sections of 6th grade math
Differentiated instruction to accommodate for students in advanced 6th grade math
Participated in co-teaching and co-planning with cooperating teacher and other math teachers
Explored Project-Based Learning and its effect on engagement in the classroom

Spring 2016

Practicum High School

Rocky Mountain High School, Poudre School District, Fort Collins, CO
Studied classroom management strategies and professionalism in education
Observed master teacher and taught multiple lessons to students in Algebra II

Fall 2015

Practicum Middle School

Webber Middle School, Poudre School District, Fort Collins, CO
Studied backwards design in lesson planning and standards-based instruction
Observed master teacher and taught one lesson to students in advanced 6th grade math

Fall 2014

WORK EXPERIENCE
Youth Ministries Intern
Mountain View Presbyterian Church, Loveland, CO
Mentored youth ages 4-18 in one on one and group settings
Taught lessons for middle school and high school youth groups
Coordinated activities and game nights for students
Led high school students in week-long service trip in Joplin, Missouri for tornado relief

Summer 2015
Summer 2014

Resident Assistant
Aug 2014-May 2015
Residence Life, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Developed, coordinated, and advertised for educational and community-building programs
Attended weekly staff meetings for training in social justice and professional development
Performed overnight duty responsibilities of hall supervision and incident management
Taryn Geroche

Grader
Colorado State University Mathematics Department, Fort Collins, CO
Partnered with mathematics professors to evaluate student work and assign grades
Proctored calculus exams to ensure fairness and encourage academic integrity

Sept 2013-May 2014

Dance Instructor
July 2011-May 2012
Harrington Arts Alliance, Loveland, CO
Engaged with students age 4-18 in a positive, safe, learning-based environment
Designed dance curriculum based on age and skill level of students
Facilitated quarterly performances for students to showcase their skills through choreographed dances

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Bible Study Leader
The Navigators, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Coordinated meeting times for CSU freshman to participate in weekly Bible study
Encouraged and mentored freshman one-on-one in personal and spiritual matters
Attended monthly training meetings for Bible study leaders

Aug 2013-May 2014

Tutoring Team Leader

Dedicated Problem Solvers Tutoring Team, Loveland High School, Loveland, CO
Tutored students in math subjects ranging from geometry to calculus
Co-ran tutoring team meetings with teacher advisor
Organized the assignment of tutees to tutors
Completed administrative tasksi.e. ordering t-shirts, advertising, etc.

Aug 2011-May 2012

HONORS AND AWARDS

Noyce Scholar, National Science Foundation, Colorado State University
Deans List, Colorado State University
Honors Program Student, Colorado State University
National Society of Collegiate Scholars Member, Colorado State University Chapter
National Merit Scholar, National Merit Scholarship Association

Since Mar 2014

Five Semesters
Since Aug 2012
Since Dec 2013
Apr 2012

Taryn Geroche