Resume

John A. Tytla
1401 College Ave. Apt. F301 Manhattan, KS 913-240-3584 jtytla@ksu.edu

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
Foster creativity and curiosity while helping the students attain their maximum potential throughout the academic year.


EDUCATION
Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS Graduation: December 2009
Bachelor of Science in Education, Elementary GPA: 3.4/4.0
Concentration: Social Science First Aide/CPR Certified
Coaching Endorsement pending Emergency Substitute License
Language: Basic skills in Spanish and Russian

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Clinical Experience Kindergarten,
Frank Bergman Elementary, Manhattan, KS: Spring 2009
¨ Collaborated with a partner in order to write and execute a standards-based lessons
¨ Developed a unit about geography and community while teaching the students about the community they live in as well as their home phone numbers
¨ Implemented a variety of assessment strategies to make sure the students were learning the intended information about their community
¨ Engaged students in constructive learning about community helpers that are in their community

Clinical Experience 5th Grade,
Amanda Arnold Elementary, Manhattan, KS: Fall 2008
¨ Taught three lessons each in subjects of mathematics and science with two other team members while assessing the students in a variety of ways such as a KWL chart, journal page, worksheets, group discussions, and a PowerPoint Jeopardy game
¨ Created a lesson plan on fractions with clocks while using an Elmo projector and various worksheets on fractions for a group of twenty-four 5th grade students
¨ Conducted a science lesson on levers with a hammer, scissors, broom, tweezers, and a human arm for allowing the students a hands-on activity where they classified specific lever types
¨ Coordinated with two partners in order to create a goal oriented and objective filled lesson plan that correlated with state math and science standards

Teacher Aide K-6,
Amanda Arnold Elementary School After-School Care: Spring 2007
¨ Collaborated with a variety of teachers and other associates to create a fun educational experience for approximately thirty-six students
¨ Advised students on homework assignments and social situations during the semester while effectively communicating with parents
¨ Reorganized and strengthened After School Care resources that needed improvement and replacing in resource and manipulative closet

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Lunchroom and Recess Assistant K-6,
Northview Elementary, Manhattan, KS Fall 2008
¨ Managed students transition from recess to lunch
¨ Monitored safety and security of approximately 30-60 students grades Kindergarten through sixth

Amanda Arnold Childcare Assistant, K-6
Amanda Arnold Elementary, Manhattan, KS Fall 2008
¨ Assisted students with classroom projects and daily homework assignments 3-4 days a week
¨ Illustrated an interactive PowerPoint slideshow about the types volcanoes with fun facts, interesting points, trivia questions, and real-world pictures
¨ Facilitated snack distribution and cleanup for approximately thirty-six students

HONORS/SKILLS

Adaptability:
¨ Acquired great skills of leadership and charisma while playing football at K-State
¨ Disciplined, flexible, and collected in pressure situations
¨ Oversaw daily activities of 1st grade child from the After School Care program twice a week
¨ Working with my younger brother has provided greater awareness and respect to initiate communication with students who have disabilities

Technology Skills:
¨ Designed multiple slideshows and interactive media using Microsoft PowerPoint for various subjects at Amanda Arnold Elementary
¨ Increased my computer skills to be able to efficiently and successfully use all Microsoft Office programs
¨ Created a personal Webpage and effectively used numerous tools and online resources

Honors:
ü Accepted into The National Scholars Honor Society
ü Accepted into Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society IOTA XI Chapter
ü Big XII Commissioner’s Honor Roll while playing football at K-State in Fall2008
ü Kansas State University Academic Dean’s Honor Roll
ü Coffeyville Community College Academic Dean’s Honor Roll