Teresa West
Commerce Township,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with a strong academic foundation in Elementary Education and a passion for fostering inclusive, culturally responsive, and engaging learning environments. Experienced in designing and delivering effective lesson plans, assessing student progress, and incorporating technology and social justice perspectives into instruction. Background in healthcare enhances organizational skills, communication, and a commitment to individual care and development.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher Intern
Country Oaks Elementary - Huron Valley Schools
Commerce Township, MI
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Observed teaching methods of experienced educators.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
Teacher Intern
Avondale School District
Avondale, MI
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Explored and integrated students’ identities, cultures, and languages to select culturally relevant texts that supported diverse learning needs.
- Conducted literacy assessments in phonological awareness, letter knowledge, fluency, and writing to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Provided targeted instruction, informed by assessment data, incorporating digital tools, and culturally sustaining teaching practices.
- Fostered a critical perspective on social justice, encouraging students to explore literacy through a lens of equity and inclusion.
- Worked closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
- Applied multiple modes of meaning-making to support holistic literacy development across phonics, comprehension, and composition.
Teacher Intern
United Oaks Elementary School - Hazel Park
Hazel Park, MI
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Co-planned and taught a science lesson about the rock cycle in a 4th-grade classroom.
- Facilitated small group discussions on mathematics, promoting critical thinking using number talks in a 1st and 4th grade classroom.
- Assisted the teacher in a 1st-grade classroom with literacy, mathematics, and science learning. I led a small group in a social studies lesson using children's literature to talk about the environment and society.
Teacher Intern
Roosevelt Elementary School - West Bloomfield
West Bloomfield, MI
01.2023 - 04.2023
- I observed a Physical Education teacher while teaching kindergarten, first, second, and third grade classes.
- I assisted the teacher with small group learning and the development of skills (hand-eye coordination, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and other exercises).
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior and maintaining a positive learning environment.
Medical Assistant
Novi Family Care - IPC/Ascension Medical Group
Novi, MI
07.2015 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient outcomes through education and care coordination.
- Managed patient records, scheduled appointments, and facilitated diagnostic processes.
- Delivered patient-focused care, emphasizing communication and trust.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Daycare Provider/Assistant Teacher
Happy Elephant Child Development Center
Lansing, MI
07.1997 - 06.1998
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
Daycare Provider
Ingham Regional Hospital Daycare
Lansing, MI
Child Development Intern
Education Child Care Center
Lansing, MI
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children to explore and grow.
- Worked closely with teachers to develop lesson plans tailored to meet individual needs of students.
- Observed and monitored children's social interactions and behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oakland University
Rochester, MI05-2025
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI07-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MISkills
- Curriculum design and lesson planning
- Literacy and numeracy instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Culturally sustaining pedagogy
- Assessment and data-driven instruction
- Activity preparation
- Student engagement
- Group instruction
Affiliations
- I enjoy spending time with my family. My husband Kyle, and our children Tyler and Kaylee.
- I exercise to help me relax, I run on my treadmill or cycle on my Peloton.
- Travel is something I love to do. Exploring other cultures and areas is fascinating to me.
Certification
Endorsements
- MTTC Lower Elementary (PK-3)
- MTTC Upper Elementary (3-6)
Accomplishments
- Dean's List, Oakland University
Timeline
Student Teacher Intern
Country Oaks Elementary - Huron Valley Schools
09.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher Intern
Avondale School District
09.2023 - 12.2024
Teacher Intern
United Oaks Elementary School - Hazel Park
09.2023 - 04.2024
Teacher Intern
Roosevelt Elementary School - West Bloomfield
01.2023 - 04.2023
Medical Assistant
Novi Family Care - IPC/Ascension Medical Group
07.2015 - 07.2022
Daycare Provider/Assistant Teacher
Happy Elephant Child Development Center
07.1997 - 06.1998
Endorsements
- MTTC Lower Elementary (PK-3)
- MTTC Upper Elementary (3-6)
Daycare Provider
Ingham Regional Hospital Daycare
Child Development Intern
Education Child Care Center
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oakland University
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Oakland Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Lansing Community College
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