JANELL LEWIS
Certified: Social Studies (RX) & Sociology, Major: History
16789 Chandler Rd - East Lansing, MI 48823 - Janell.lew@gmail.com
Mobile: 248-766-8639
Web page: Janell.lewis_DJH.geocities.com
Career Objective: To obtain a teaching position at the middle or high school level in Social Studies or
Sociology and establish a positive learning experience for my students. I hope to have the opportunity
to work with students outside the classroom in extracurricular activities and sports.
Education:
Michigan State University
Teaching Certification Internship, August 2007-April 2008
12 Graduate Credits in Teaching and Curriculum
Bachelor of Science, May 2007
Major: History, Minor: Sociology
Cumulative GPA: 3.0 Major GPA: 3.5
Credentials:
Social Studies RX and Sociology Endorsement
Certified to teach Social Studies and Sociology, Grades 6-12
Adult, Child, Infant CPR, First Aid, Automated External Defibrillation
Teaching Experience:
Dewitt Public Schools
DeWitt Junior High, Secondary Internship, Seventh and Eighth Grade , August 2007-April 2008
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Performed all teaching responsibilities including lesson planning, organizing, assessment
procedures, parent communication, staff communication, administrative communication,
discipline, and parent-teacher conferences.
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Individually taught and planned lessons in 7th grade Social Studies Eastern Hemisphere and 8th
grade United States History
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Participated in co-teaching and collaborating with mentor teacher to develop curriculum,
content, classroom expectations within our classroom.
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Served and contributed on the extracurricular activities committee for professional
development
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Independently Organized and ran youth boys dodge ball intramural
Lansing Public Schools
Sexton High School, History and Sociology Field Placement, March 2007-April 2007
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Helped co-teacher with responsibilites such as grading, organizing, and lesson planning
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Independentally taught lessons in United States History and Sociology for a diverse group of
students grades ten-twelve.
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Assisted in tutoring students to help understaning of content area
Lansing Public Schools
Gardener Middle School, Seventh Grade Field Placement, August 2006-February 2007
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Prepared and tuaght lessons to Seventh Grade Easten Hemisphere Social Studies Classrooms
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Assisted in tutoring students to increase understanding in content area
Helped Co-Teacher with teaching responsibilites such as grading, lesson planning, and
organization.
Related Work Experience:
Ingham County IDS
Substitute Teacher in Ingham County Schools , January 2008-Present
 Teach and build upon current teachers plans, establish respect and build upon content level on a
short term basis
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Rochester Hills Kindercare
Day Care Staff, August 2005-June 2006
Supervise children ages two-twelve
Organize and Plan creative, fun activities for children
Provide a stable environment for many children with diverse backgrounds
Professional Development:
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MCSS Confrence 2007 & 2008
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Extracurricular Activiteis committee member, DeWitt Junior High
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Oranized and started Boys Dodge ball Intramural
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Co-Coach of Girls Competiive Cheerleading Club, DeWitt Junior High
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Curricuum development with Social Stuides department, DeWitt Junior High
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The Urban Experience, Special Needs confrence, 2008
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National Council for Teachers of Social Studies
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Technology Confrence, Michigan State University 2008
Community Involvement:
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Community Service at Volunteers of America Soup Kitchen in Lansing, MI
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Babysitter and Activity Planner 1999-2006
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Pontiac Resuce Mission Volunteer, Seasonal 2005-2007
Technological Experience:
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United Steaming training, 2007
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Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publishers
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Smart Board Training, 2007
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Adobe Page Creator Training
Interests:
Interested in coaching cheerleading, cross country, and track
Two time State Championship Cheerleading Team, 2002 & 2003, Rochester High School
Extracurricular interests in clubs and organizations especially sports and student government
References:
Linda Ecklund, Co-Teacher
DeWitt Junior High School
Mark Kissling, Field Instructor
MSU
Avner Segall, Professor
MSU
Rebecca McKelvey
Secretary to Father Ken, St. Anastasia
Troy, Michigan
Lori Webb, Principal
DeWitt Junior High School
Gail Mock
Owner, Mock Realty
Boulder, CO
Matthew Missias, TE Instructor
MSU