Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Grants Awards Presentations
Professional Development
Volunteer Experience
Work Availability
Timeline
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Angela Vereecke

Angela Vereecke

Grand Ledge,MI

Summary

Experienced educational specialist and wellness consultant with over 20 years of diverse experience in education, wellness, curriculum development, and program coordination. Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing effective educational interventions, fostering student success, and supporting holistic wellness initiatives. Proficient in creating tailored lesson plans, coordinating with educational staff, and managing business operations. Recognized for strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, with a proven ability to adapt to various educational environments and meet diverse student needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Math Interventionist, Paraeducator

Grand Ledge Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
  • Push-in and pull-out student interventions; tier 1 support, tier 2, and higher level
  • Coordinate with staff to provide student support
  • Work with staff members to provide universal support
  • Meet with district coaches and interventionists from other elementary buildings once per month
  • Small group and individual instruction Administer screening when requested by teachers to help guide Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction
  • Analyze screening data and create intervention groups, when necessary
  • Coordinate with each teacher to schedule an intervention time slot for their classroom
  • Communicate with each classroom teacher regarding Tier 2 intervention focus
  • Attend data analysis meetings
  • Create lesson plans and make copies of lesson materials for each group, when necessary
  • Meet with each intervention group OR push in to classrooms up to twice per week for 30 minutes
  • Communicate with classroom teacher regarding updates on each student's progress after initial intervention and continued progress during intervention sessions
  • Support other school programs and activities, when necessary
  • Maintain math informational board

Classroom Teacher - 5th and 4th Grade

Grand Ledge Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Demonstrated flexibility and comfort in classroom by assessing student understanding and modifying teaching styles and strategies to the present
  • Awarded grants and professional development that enhanced teaching and learning
  • Differentiated instruction for students ensuring educational outcomes and IEP's were met
  • Observed and participated in conferences offering feedback to parents on student progress, course material selection, and department objectives

Chiropractic Assistant

Kribs Chiropractic & Wellness Center
01.2018 - 07.2021
  • Support efficiency of office appointments
  • Assist with managing each chiropractic session
  • Provide necessary tools, note-taking, helping to guide the patient, and performing soft-tissue session.
  • Provided post-appointment wellness counseling
  • Communicate nutrition, wellness, movement information with the patients to help facilitate healing
  • Write out supplement needs, provide information on supplements, demonstrate proper stretching and strengthening movements, and discussing icing or cold therapy strategies are other examples.
  • Provided front office support a front office manager substitute
  • Taking phone calls, greeting, scheduling appointments, managing payments, and maintaining file and paperwork filing

Owner, FNTP

Nutritional Roots Wellness
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Lead nutrition whole-food based classes four times/year (began in 2020)
  • Work with clients one-on-one in a progressive program to help establish nutrition and lifestyle goals to improve their health
  • Manage all aspects of business - social media, newsletters, email marketing, budgeting, invoices, etc.

Course Mentor

Nutritional Therapy Association
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Facilitate social presence by leading small learning groups on a monthly basis
  • Engage 10 students in activities that support their main course objectives
  • Help students solidify their understanding of concepts, answer questions, facilitate discussions, build community, and share my personal experiences and expertise to help students on their journey

Teacher

Learning Concern
09.2015 - 07.2016
  • Support academic goals of local at-risk students grades 6-9
  • Provide alternate school environment for students; either supplemental to or completely replacing traditional environment
  • Communicate with district teachers and administration to fully support student's success

Curriculum Developer

Independent Consultant
09.2015 - 07.2016
  • Develop curriculum that integrates appropriate standards and supports blended learning environment
  • Communicate with project manager and school leaders to ensure curriculum meets content, subject, technology, and school needs
  • Complete modules include Algebra I and 8th grade Earth Science

Exhibit Facilitator for Temporary Exhibit

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
  • Facilitated public interactive activities for 'Liberty Bell 7' exhibit
  • Ensured public's safety while participating in activities Maintained area's supplies for interactive activities

Resource Assistant

Capital Area Science and Math Center
  • Manage educational loan program consisting of 500+ education kits/curriculum books
  • Support/Assist with education workshops associated with CASM

Instructional Developer

Instructional Technology Services
12.2011 - 06.2014
  • Organized/Implemented/Presented technology/Blended Learning professional development/Conferences
  • Develop content for online education courses and design for conversion using Lectora
  • Work closely with content experts to convert information into online format using Lectora
  • Manage student tracking and user management of Michigan Education Association LMS
  • Support other related course or project developments

Graduate Assistant

Central Michigan University
09.2013 - 06.2014
  • Assist in development of new Doctorate in Education Technology degree at CMU
  • Support full-time faculty in development of syllabi and content for DET program
  • Provide journal submissions, administrative, and meeting support for relevant activities

Grant Assistant

Capital Area Science and Math Center
08.2004 - 06.2006
  • Provide technology/administrative assistance for Mid-Michigan Mathematics Partnership grant (M3P); a Title IIB grant with 50+ participants
  • Manage administrative tasks of grant
  • Prepare for/assist with facilitation of M3P professional development sessions

President's Office Support Staff

Lansing Community College
10.2003 - 11.2004
  • Manage Executive Office front desk, answer incoming calls, open/distribute mail
  • Assist with Presidential projects, events, research, correspondence, gift orders etc.
  • Budget/finances: credit card expenses, incoming invoices, contracts
  • Assist other Office departments; Special Events, Board Relations, Public Relations

Astronomy Instructor

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
10.2002 - 05.2003
  • Teach astronomy classes to school groups ages K-12, teacher trainings and scout groups
  • Maintain and develop astronomy curriculum
  • Support other workshop programs/instructors; attend seminars and professional development

Special Programs Coordinator

Desert Botanical Garden
01.2002 - 10.2002
  • Planned and managed the public educational workshops, family programming
  • Developed, implemented and maintained the first annual summer 'Kids' Garden Camp'
  • Member/
  • Chair of fall weekend festivals
  • Marketing, budget management, program evaluation and team development

Instructor

The Phoenix Zoo
09.2001 - 01.2002
  • Travel to Phoenix area schools/festivals to deliver animal related science programs
  • Responsible for care of animals/programs while traveling/teaching
  • Excite young minds about animals and relationships with earth/other animal

Professional Museum Educator

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
01.2001 - 08.2001
  • Traveled Colorado/bordering states to deliver science lessons and assemblies
  • Developed/maintained curriculum/materials for science programs, including 'Jason Project'
  • Worked and supported programs for teacher professional development (including a Jane Goodall event), public fairs, and festivals

Education Internship

Denver Zoological Foundation
04.2000 - 12.2000
  • 75% of day was spent with the husbandry/diets/training of collection
  • Developed education programs
  • Presented programs to public and school groups by utilizing animals in collection

Education

Masters of Arts in Education Technology -

Central Michigan University
08.2014

Post-Bachelor Teaching Certification, Elementary -

Eastern Michigan University
12.2006

Bachelors of Science (Biology, Psychology) -

Central Michigan University
12.1999

Skills

Educational Support and Intervention:

  • Experience in various educational roles, including math interventionist, paraeducator, and classroom teacher
  • Skills in providing tiered student support, analyzing screening data, and creating targeted intervention groups
  • Ability to coordinate with teachers and staff to schedule and communicate intervention plans and student progress

Curriculum Development and Instructional Design:

  • Development of curriculum that integrates standards and supports blended learning environments
  • Experience in instructional technology, designing online education courses, and facilitating professional development sessions
  • Ability to create lesson plans, develop educational programs, and facilitate learning groups

Business Management and Client Relations:

  • Ownership and management of Nutritional Roots Wellness, including client consultations, business operations, marketing, and financial management
  • Experience in managing all aspects of a business, such as social media, newsletters, and email marketing
  • Skills in one-on-one client engagement to help establish and achieve nutrition and lifestyle goals

Communication and Collaboration:

  • Coordination and communication with staff, teachers, and district coaches to provide student support and intervention updates
  • Experience in facilitating discussions, answering questions, and engaging students in educational activities
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, parents, and colleagues to support educational and wellness goals

Administrative and Organizational Skills:

  • Experience in managing administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments, managing payments, and maintaining files
  • Skills in organizing and presenting professional development sessions, conferences, and workshops
  • Ability to manage budgets, prepare materials, and support office operations efficiently

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Eaton RESA Employee Recognition
  • 2024 Girls on the Run, Site Liaison
  • 2013 Blended Learning Summer Workshop, Two-Day
  • 2013 Fowler Public Schools, One-day Blended Learning Workshop
  • 2013 MEA Bargaining Conference, Two-day Blended Learning Workshop
  • 2012, Blended Learning Academy, Board of Directors Planning Grant
  • 2010 - 2012 Greenhouse Birth Center, Advisory Board Member
  • 2009 Girls on the Run, Volunteer Coach
  • 2009 MEEMIC Scholarship Recipient for the MSTA Conference
  • 2009 Grant Recipient from Grand Ledge Education Foundation – BCMSC
  • 2006 Michigan Student Teacher of the Year, Runner-Up
  • 2005 Girls Math/Science Conference Presenter

Grants Awards Presentations

  • 2013 Blended Learning Summer Workshop, Two-Day
  • 2013 Fowler Public Schools, One-day Blended Learning Workshop
  • 2013 MEA Bargaining Conference, Two-day Blended Learning Workshop
  • 2009 MEEMIC Scholarship Recipient for the MSTA Conference
  • 2009 Grant Recipient from Grand Ledge Education Foundation - BCMSC
  • 2006 Michigan Student Teacher of the Year, Runner-Up
  • 2005 Girls Math/Science Conference Presenter

Professional Development

  • Restorative Wellness Practitioner, Level 1, 2020
  • NTA, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, 2019
  • Touch for Health, Level 1 and 2, 2018
  • ISSA, Corrective Exercise, 2018
  • ISSA, Fitness Nutrition, 2018
  • Capturing Kids Hearts, 2017
  • Michigan Digital Learning Conference, 2012
  • Maximizing Reading Achievement with Guided Reading, 2008
  • EMU Student Teacher Professional Development Sessions, 2006
  • Michigan Environmental Education Curriculum Support, Energy Resources, 2006
  • Michigan Environmental Education Curriculum Support, Ecosystem and Biodiversity, 2006
  • Project Wild, Eastern Michigan University, Michigan, 2006
  • MCTM Conference, 2006/2005
  • Project Wild, AZ Game and Fish, Phoenix, AZ, 2002
  • Desert Botanical Garden, Interpreters Training, Phoenix, AZ, 2002
  • Teaching Environmental Education to ESL students, Denver, CO, 2001
  • Science Education Convention, Denver, CO, 2001

Volunteer Experience

  • Girls on the Run (GLPS, Delta Center and Willow Ridge), Site Liaison and Coach, Spring 2024, Spring 2009
  • Nutrition Innovation Council, Standard Process, 2022
  • Grand Ledge Public Schools, Lansing Public Schools, Parent Volunteer
  • Blended Learning Academy, Board of Directors (Lansing, MI), Vice President, Planning Grant
  • Greenhouse Birth Center (Okemos, MI), Community Advisory Board Member

Work Availability

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Timeline

Math Interventionist, Paraeducator

Grand Ledge Public Schools
09.2022 - Current

Course Mentor

Nutritional Therapy Association
09.2021 - 09.2022

Owner, FNTP

Nutritional Roots Wellness
08.2021 - 09.2022

Chiropractic Assistant

Kribs Chiropractic & Wellness Center
01.2018 - 07.2021

Classroom Teacher - 5th and 4th Grade

Grand Ledge Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2017

Teacher

Learning Concern
09.2015 - 07.2016

Curriculum Developer

Independent Consultant
09.2015 - 07.2016

Graduate Assistant

Central Michigan University
09.2013 - 06.2014

Instructional Developer

Instructional Technology Services
12.2011 - 06.2014

Grant Assistant

Capital Area Science and Math Center
08.2004 - 06.2006

President's Office Support Staff

Lansing Community College
10.2003 - 11.2004

Astronomy Instructor

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
10.2002 - 05.2003

Special Programs Coordinator

Desert Botanical Garden
01.2002 - 10.2002

Instructor

The Phoenix Zoo
09.2001 - 01.2002

Professional Museum Educator

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
01.2001 - 08.2001

Education Internship

Denver Zoological Foundation
04.2000 - 12.2000

Exhibit Facilitator for Temporary Exhibit

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Resource Assistant

Capital Area Science and Math Center

Masters of Arts in Education Technology -

Central Michigan University

Post-Bachelor Teaching Certification, Elementary -

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelors of Science (Biology, Psychology) -

Central Michigan University
Angela Vereecke