Rook Hutton
Okemos,USA
Summary
Compassionate educator with a year of student teaching experience in first grade and special education. Certified in General Education (PK–3) and Learning Disabilities (K–12), focused on creating an inclusive classroom that supports diverse learners through differentiated instruction and effective classroom management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Learning Rainbow Preschool
Commerce Township, Michigan
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging and energetic activities that fostered children's development.
- Supervised children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, ensuring their physical safety and well-being.
- Communicated with parents about children's daily activities and behaviors, strengthening school-home connections.
Special Education Teaching Intern - K-6 Resource/Executive Function
Hiawatha Elementary and Kinawa Middle School
Okemos, Michigan
12.2025 - 05.2026
- Supported elementary students with diverse disabilities in a resource room, fostering individualized learning experiences.
- Differentiated all instruction to best meet the needs of each individual student.
- Collaborated with a mentor teacher to develop and implement IEPs, monitoring student progress and documenting outcomes.
- Contributed to the writing of IEPs and attended related meetings.
- Facilitated sensory support strategies for students, enhancing engagement and participation in daily activities.
- Supported middle school students in an executive functioning class.
Elementary Teaching Intern - First Grade
Willow Ridge Elementary
Grand Ledge, Michigan
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Planned and implemented lessons in all subject areas.
- Created a safe and welcoming classroom environment for 26 students by developing and implementing classroom routines and establishing a positive classroom environment.
- Differentiated instruction to support and engage diverse learning styles and abilities, enhancing student understanding.
- Taught SEL to encourage students to think positively about themselves and the situations around them.
- Applied Restorative Practices in the classroom to promote a culture of accountability and support among students.
- Communicated regularly with parents via email and Seesaw to foster strong home-school connections.
- Contributed to the PBIS team by collaborating with teammates to design schoolwide activities and reward systems.
Field Placement
Okemos High School
Okemos, Michigan
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted ninth-twelfth grade and post secondary self-contained classroom, fostering student relationships through consistent positive interactions.
- Administered literacy assessments to develop tailored lesson plans that addressed individual student needs.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Field Placement
Cornell Elementary
Okemos, Michigan
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered literacy assessments to tailor and implement small group lessons addressing individual student needs.
- Planned and taught whole group lessons in Math and Social Studies while observing and refining classroom management techniques.
- Built positive relationships with third grade students through consistent support and interaction.
Field Placement
Gardner International Magnet School
Lansing, Michigan
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Supported individual learning needs of first grade student to enhance academic engagement.
- Administered assessments and tailored lesson plans to address student learning objectives.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Field Placement
East Lansing and Haslett Child Development Centers
East Lansing, Michigan
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for small group instruction to foster individualized learning.
- Facilitated engaging small group activities to enhance children's social and cognitive skills.
- Cultivated a safe, positive, child-led environment that encouraged exploration and creativity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan05.2026
Skills
- Google Classroom
- Educational technology
- Seesaw
- Classroom Dojo
- Zoom
- Smartboard/Interactive whiteboard
- Document Camera
- Google applications
Certification
- Michigan Elementary Standard Certificate, 05/26
- Lower Elementary (PK-3) General Education (ZO)
- K-12 Learning Disabilities
- Adult, Child and Infant First Aid, CPR and AED
Professional Development
- The Reading League, 08/25
- CKLA Training, 08/25
Timeline
Special Education Teaching Intern - K-6 Resource/Executive Function
Hiawatha Elementary and Kinawa Middle School
12.2025 - 05.2026
Elementary Teaching Intern - First Grade
Willow Ridge Elementary
09.2025 - 12.2025
Field Placement
Cornell Elementary
09.2024 - 12.2024
Field Placement
Okemos High School
01.2024 - 05.2025
Field Placement
Gardner International Magnet School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Field Placement
East Lansing and Haslett Child Development Centers
09.2023 - 04.2024
Assistant Teacher
Learning Rainbow Preschool
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Michigan State University