David Gottesman

5915 Lockwood, West Bloomfield, MI 48322 (248)880-8158 dgotte75@gmail.com

EDUCATION
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan M.A. in Instructional Theory and Practice, 2011 Intensive Masters program that blended coursework and field work to emphasize best practices in teaching

Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan B.A in Journalism, 1999 Minor in Telecommunications/Film

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
First Grade Teaching Intern, Angell Elementary School, Ann Arbor, Michigan (September 2010 April 2011) Created a safe learning community of 18 students by using consistent classroom management and community building strategies Used assessment of student work and a differentiated instruction methodology to plan lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies for students of varied ability levels and language backgrounds Developed and taught interdisciplinary reading, science and writing unit using the Understanding by Design framework

Plus One Kids, Seoul, South Korea (March 2007 February 2009) ESL Teacher Conducted ongoing student assessments to provide appropriate individualized instruction for Kindergarten, First and Second grade students Introduced a broad range of subjects designed around weekly themes (e.g., sports, Dr. Seuss, Fire Prevention, countries, etc.) Identified children's individual and collective learning needs and planned, prepared and delivered instruction that catered for the full ability range within the class Organized cooperative learning activities within the disciplines of math, reading, writing, social studies, and science Strengthened parental involvement by maintaining frequent parental contact through conferences

Daegok Elementary School, Seoul, South Korea (March 2006 February 2007) ESL Teacher Introduced and developed necessary English communication skills for a variety of everyday life situations Assisted in the creation of the English curriculum for the schools English Center Assisted in daily school activities such as lunch-recess and parent pick-up

Kids College, Seoul, South Korea (November 2002 - February 2006) ESL Teacher Taught English, Math, Science and Social Studies to kindergarten, first and second grade English language learners Introduced a broad range of subjects and developed students written and oral skills Organized cooperative learning activities Chaperoned field trips

RELATED EXPERIENCE
TechWorld, Inc., Troy, MI (March 2010 July 2010) ESL Tutor Augmented learning instruction through one-on-one instruction to non-English speaking Japanese businessman Increased conversation and grammatical speaking skills Taught about cultural differences to help student better understand English and living in the United States

The Judson Center, Royal Oak, MI (November 2009 March 2010) ABA/PLAY Therapist Organized cooperative learning activities Maintained record of care, condition, progress, observations and problems Provided emotional support and/or personal assistance Implemented treatment plan created by Autism Specialist/Social Worker

Doosan Cooperation, Seoul, South Korea (May 2003 March 2009) Editor Edited English assessment books for public school students ranging from elementary to high school ages Assisted publishing team Tutored publishers seeking additional English guidance

ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE Palace Sports and Entertainment, Auburn Hills, MI (October 2000 October 2002) Public Relations Assistant Assisted in directing and coordinating PR activities for numerous concerts and family events Contacted managers, local print, TV and radio media to work together on publicizing events Assisted with the hiring and managing of interns Wrote event and organizational press releases Compiled press kits for local and national distribution to various media outlets

CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED certified (Adult, Child and Infant) Experiences teaching with Everyday Math, Guided Reading and Reading Workshop (Fountas and Pinnell), Writing Workshop (Lucy Calkins and Katie Wood Ray), Words Their Way and Science Companion

REFERENCES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST