Rusty Chapel

Introduction: I am located in Glenn Russell Burdette Chapel, P.O. Box 56539, Riverside, CA 92517. My objective is to obtain a position as a student-oriented teacher and to utilize my career experiences, talents, and education to become a dedicated, highly effective instructor. My educational background is as follows: * 2006 -- 2010 Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor's of Science in Education - Elementary Education/Middle School Mathematics - Dean's List of Undergraduate Studies - Cumulative GPA: 3.2 My teacher experience is as follows: * Fall 2010 -- Allentown School District - Harrison - Morton Middle School, Allentown, PA Substitute teacher -- Eighth Grade - Provided tutoring after-school hours to assist 7th and 8th grade students in need of special attention - Effectively resolved personality conflicts; maintained high levels of student discipline - Improved overall class conduct and encouraged group, as well as individual participation * Fall 2010 -- Allentown School District - Trexler Middle School Allentown, PA Substitute teacher -- Grades 6, 7, and 8 - Counseled students when adjustment and academic problems arose and met with parents to discuss difficulties and progress - Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study - Assisted other teachers and professionals in the development of a mathematics curriculum * Spring 2010 -- Fleetwood Elementary School District - Willow Creek Elementary, Fleetwood, PA Student Teacher -- Third Grade - Created classroom environment that was stimulating, encouraging, and adaptive to student needs - Taught academic, social and motor skills to elementary students - Created practice-style worksheets specifically for 3rd grade students to assist learning - Designed a social studies bulletin board illustrating the different cultures among Native Americans to encourage the exploration of the history behind the holiday of Thanksgiving * Spring 2010 -- Brandywine Elementary School District - Topton Elementary, Topton, PA Student Teacher/Substitute Teacher -- Second Grade - Assisted primary teacher with the coordination of daily activities and the implementation of lesson plans - Prepared, administered, and corrected tests; kept attendance and grade records - Utilized comprehensive mix of classroom instruction and assignments to enhance student interest - Provided individual and group assistance with students using methods such as direct instruction and learning centers to instill enthusiasm for learning My leadership experience is as follows: * 2010 Harrison -- Morton Middle School, Wrestling Coach - Coached different wrestling techniques and provided individual and group instruction - Planned and supervised wrestling practices and matches * 2007 - 2009 -- Kutztown University, Soccer Camp Counselor/Coach - Managed and organized all daily drills and soccer practices - Provided care, assistance and basic first aid as needed to ensure the safety of the children attending the day camp My related experience includes the following: * 2011 - Present -- The Disney Store - Interacts with children of all ages on a daily basis - Responsible for assisting guests and providing product knowledge to children to guarantee customer satisfaction - Replenish merchandise to ensure presentable product displays * 2006 - 2010 -- Kutztown University, Varsity Soccer Starter - Named second team All-PSAC East honors - Earned a first career all-conference honor - Had seven points off of two goals and three assists, while playing in 14 games I have computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook). I also worked from June 2009 to September 2009 at Dorney Park and Wild Water Kingdom, Allentown, PA, in the Amusement Park Worker.