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ANDREA HEMPEL
OBJECTIVE: SEEKING TEACHING POSITION K-6

EDUCATION

Lake Travis High School, Austin, TX – 1996-2000
Texas Christian University , Ft. Worth, TX – 2000-2004
-B.A. Art History/ Minor Public Relations/Advertising
Texas State University, San Marcos, TX – 2008-2009
– M.Ed Elementary Education

Umbra Institute, Perugia, Italy  Spring Semester 2002
– Attended University per Stranieri for Italian Language Immersion coursework Level I-III
– Completed semester-long coursework in Italian Art and Art History
– Was nominated as Study Abroad Student Advisor for prospective students to program. Was active Advisor from 2002-2006.

John Cabot University, Rome, Italy  Spring Semester 2003
– Completed semester-long coursework in Italian Art and Art History as well as Studio Art
– Presented work in JCU Spring Art Show, April 2003
– Completed further coursework in Italian IV-V

CERTIFICATIONS
Pennsylvania Teacher Certification – K-6th
Texas Teacher Certification – EC-4th
Texas ESL Certification – K-12
PRAXIS EXAMS
0511 Fundamental Subject Content Knowledge: 195
5011 Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment 183

WORK EXPERIENCE RELATED TO CHILDREN

• Kindergarten Teacher (Aug 2009-May 2011) Owens Elementary, Houston, TX
  –Designed and implemented lessons focused on hands-on, engaging experiences, developmentally appropriate content and various methods of teaching to reach each child’s individual learning style.
  –Participated in Reading Workshop Pilot Program based on Teacher’s College Reading and Writing Project.(2009-2010). Documented results for district, met weekly with Language Arts program to discuss ways to improve program for district-wide implementation.
  –Worked in a Special Ed. and ESL inclusive classroom. Met regularly for meetings regarding admission, review and progress of students within inclusive classroom structure.
  –Attended several professional development courses related to Kindergarten curriculum. Documented learned information in lesson plans and shared information with team at meetings.
• Montessori Primary Class Teacher- Summer Program (June 2009- Aug 2009) Primavera Montessori School, Austin, TX
  –Worked with cooperating guide to create weeklong thematic units in Montessori based summer program.
  -Planned daily schedule, lessons, provided snacks, monitored play and work for Primary group (3-5 years old)
• Student Teaching – Second Grade (Jan – May 2009) Kocurek Elementary, Austin, TX  Ms. Kelly Fruendt.
  -Worked with highly cooperative student teaching team creating a two-week cross-curricular weather unit.
  -Facilitated reading group stations that included guided reading practice, phonics, word sorting, and vowel patterns.
• Dance / Gymnastics Instructor (Aug 2008 – June 2009) Dance Associates, Austin, TX
  –Focused on developmentally appropriate instruction techniques with an emphasis on encouraging and enhancing creativity and promoting kinesthetic awareness and coordination; worked with ages 3-12 at outreach programs & studios.
• Assistant Teacher – Pre-K (July 2008 – Jan 2009) Faith Presbyterian C.D.C, Austin, TX
  –Assisted lead teacher in creating a balanced curriculum for hands-on, investigative learning.
  -Utilized literature in daily schedule to enhance weekly thematic units.
• Field Experience- 5th Grade (Jan 2008 – May 2008) Tom Green Elementary, Buda, TX Mrs. Anne Baldwin
  –Observed TAKS Math strategies instruction and preparation; assisted teacher when needed in both Science and Math.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

• Americorps Volunteer – Participated in volunteer activities throughout the year including park clean ups, fundraisers and events, in addition to partner work with Communities in Schools (CIS). (2008)
• San Marcos Animal Shelter- Helped clean cages, bathe and socialize animals, wrote and published bios for website.(2008)
• Women and Their Works Art Gallery– Installation of art shows, information services. (2005-2006)
• Laguna Gloria Art School– Intern experience; worked as registrar to art school. (2005)

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly proficient in the use of computers and programs including Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Photoshop, video and photo programs and other internet applications.
• Au Pair in Italy and Belgium. Worked with children teaching English. (2005)
• Member of Texas Classroom Teachers Association and Association of Texas Professional Educators. (2009-2011)
• Kindercare Teacher for various age groups – Kindercare Mt. Lebanon, PA (2011-2012)
• Substitute Teacher Mt. Lebanon Montessori School/ Attended MLMS Teacher Workshop – Mt. Lebanon, PA (2011)
• Senior Office Services Coordinator for major energy corporation (2012)

PROJECT PARTICIPATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Teacher’s College Reading & Writing Workshop (2009-2011) Owens Elementary, Houston TX

• Attended year-round Reading & Writing Workshop seminars and met weekly to plan and assess implementation of program based on the TCRWP, founded by Lucy Calkins, Teacher’s College, Columbia University.

Autism and Asperger’s Seminar (2011) Owens Elementary, Houston, TX

• Attended 2-day seminar on inclusive instruction and diagnostic procedures of students with Autism/Aspergers Syndrome.
• Received support instructions and materials for inclusive Special Needs children currently within the classroom.

National Geographic Science Instruction Program Pilot Study (2011) Owens Elementary, TX

• Participated in science program sponsered by National Geographic.
• Documented lessons plans and overall success of science instruction using materials provided through program.
• Presented documented information monthly to National Geographic representative. Compiled science assessment data at year’s end to give to representative.

Reading With Meaning Book Study (2010) Cy-Fair ISD Professional Development Center, Houston, TX

• Participated in 9 week long book study covering the book “Reading with Meaning” by Debbie Miller.
• Discussed ideas and implications to our teaching strategies in our own classrooms.
• Brainstormed meaningful ways to incorporate literature and reading into daily instruction.

Fountas and Pinnell Reading Assessment Training (2009) Owens Elementary, Houston, TX

• Attended training on reading assessment program, Fountas and Pinnell prior to its introduction into Reader’s Workshop Program.

Classroom Management Seminar (2009) Cy-Fair ISD Professional Development Center, Houston, TX

• Attended seminar on classroom management strategies for the Primary level.

Special Events Committee Member (Aug 2009 – June 2011) Owens Elementary, Houston, TX

• Planned with team for Special Events at School such as Muffins with Mom, Donuts with Dad, Thanksgiving Feast, Christmas Around the World, and Rodeo Day. Met monthly to discuss set up, decorations, purchase of food and parking logistics.

Teaching English Language Learners Continuing Education Seminars (2009-2011) Houston, TX

• Attended and completed yearly education on ESL best practices. Monitored and assessed ESL student progress for the state of Texas for in-class English Language Learners.

Rigor, Relevance and Relationships Seminar (Aug 2009) Owens Elementary, Houston, TX

• Attended seminar focused on teaching strategies to develop rigorous material, relevant lessons, and build meaningful relationships with students.

Second Grade Weather Unit (2009) Student Teaching Project, Kocurek Elementary, Austin, TX

• Spearheaded special two-week weather unit utilizing FOSS kits, weather observation journals, outside field observation groups, cooperative learning between all 2nd grade classrooms. Brought in presenters including a local TV weatherman and University Meteorologist Professor.

AISD Gangs in Schools Training (2009) Kocurek Elementary, Austin, TX

• Received training from APD on gang related violence in schools. Learned to distinguish gang signs, words and graffiti. Learned protocol for reporting gang related incidents.
• Introduced to various organizations to help children caught in gang relations, learned of support groups for preventing gang membership.

Preschool Movement Curriculum (Aug 2008- Jan 2009) Faith Presbyterian CDC, Austin, TX

• Designed and implemented a bi-weekly movement curriculum for children ages 3-5. Included developmentally appropriate dance, gymnastics, theatre and yoga.

Kappa Delta Pi Pen Pal Program (Aug 2008-December 2008) Texas State University, San Marcos, TX

• Participated in semester-long pen-pal letter writing with designated third grader from a local school. The third graders benefited by being able to practice their letter-writing skills through weekly communication. A meet and greet party was arranged at the school at the conclusion of the project.

Dance Associates Recital (May 2008) Dance Associates, Austin,TX

• Choreographed and taught dances for Spring Recital. Communicated with parents about recital preparation including costume, rehearsal times, practice times, etc.
• Helped distribute information regarding recital / attended promotional events for recital and dance company.

Americorps Member/Communities in School (Jan 2008-Aug 2008) Austin/San Marcos/Buda, TX

• Participated in community service activities such as park clean-ups, fundraisers, volunteering at local animal shelters, and served as a mentor and in-class tutor to at-risk students at a local elementary school.

Running Club Assistant Coach (Jan 2008-May 2008) Tom Green Elementary, Buda, TX (CIS)

• Met weekly with 3rd-5th grade running club members after school to help prepare team for their first 5k competition. Running club members who completed their 5k won a pair of running sneakers through “Shoes For Austin” campaign. (http://resurgencefitness.com/shoesforaustin.html)

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Mrs. Laura Barrett
Principal
Owens Elementary
7939 Jackrabbit Road
Houston, TX 77095
Phone: 281-463-5915
Laura.barrett@cfisd.net

Mrs. Katie Herrera
Assistant Principal
Owens Elementary
7939 Jackrabbit Road
Houston, TX 77095
Kathryn.herrera@cfisd.net

Mrs. Jewell Sheldon
Speech Language Pathologist
Owens Elementary
7939 Jackrabbit Road
Houston, TX 77095
Jewell.sheldon@cfisd.net

Ms. Jennifer Tyson
Director
Primavera Montessori School
6305 Manchaca Road
Austin, TX 78745
512-443-8843
primavera@austin.rr.com

Ms. Emily Martin
Kindergarten Guide
Primavera Montessori School
emilycpmartin@hotmail.com

Mrs. Melissa Fonda
Director
Kindercare Mt. Lebanon
1610 North Highland Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
Phone: 412-531-1953
MFonda@klcorp.com

Mrs. Anne Wingler
Director
Faith Presbyterian CDC
1314 East Oltorf Street, Austin, TX 78701
Phone: 512-444-7870
awingler@faithcdc.org

Mrs. Karen Bennett
Director
Dance Associates
831-A Houston Street, Austin, TX 78756
Phone: (512)-323-6013
karends@realtime.net

Ms. Kelly Fruendt
Cooperating Teacher, Kocurek Elementary
Phone: 512-497-6770
kfruendt@austinisd.org

Mrs. Judy Lemoine
Texas State University Mentor
Phone: 512-280-7921
Judy_lemoine@hotmail.com

Dr. Kathleen Fite
Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
601 University Dr, ED 3018, San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone: 512- 245-3103
Kf02@txstate.edu

Mrs. Ramona O’Connoll
Director of Teachers
Dance Associates
831-A Houston Street, Austin, TX 78756
Phone: 512-323-6013
Ramona@realtime.net

CHARACTER REFERENCES

Ms. Jenna Wheeler, Ph.D
Phone: 512-695-5094
jwheele1@uoregon.edu

Mrs. Taryn Garrett
Phone: 512-623-0004
taryngaudet@yahoo.com

Ms. Alissa Johnson
Phone: 626-429-3602
ajohnso4@gmail.com

Mrs. Valerie Denner
Phone: 512-771-0804
valerie.hempel@gmail.com

* Additional references available upon request.