Marta J. O'Brien is seeking an elementary teaching position and has over 10 years of experience as a teacher. She has a Bachelor's degree in Management and Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification. O'Brien has taught grades 1st through 6th and most recently taught 3rd grade, where she implemented differentiated instruction and data-driven practices. She is trained in various reading programs and instructional technologies.

1. Marta J. O’Brien
1035 Barnbridge Drive, Schwenksville, Pennsylvania 19473
610.608.2535 (Cell)
The primary purpose of my work is to provide students with a stimulating learning environment
and best instructional practices to ensure their academic and social success.
OBJECTIVE To secure an elementary teaching position in a highly accredited school district.
EDUCATION
12/2007 West Chester University, West Chester, Pennsylvania
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification Program – Overall GPA 3.92
5/1987 Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science in Management
EXPERIENCE
2009-2010 Stony Creek Elementary School, Wissahickon School District
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Third Grade Teacher
 Implemented differentiated instruction to best suit my students’ needs
 Used data to drive instruction
 Utilized rubric based assessment
 Received extensive training in guided reading protocol
 Engaged students by using cooperative learning strategies while using cross cutting
competencies
 Utilized Smart Board technology and incorporated use of Macs into the curriculum
 Introduced students to voicethread, podcasting, PowerPoint, iweb and imovie.
 Established open communication with parents via website:
http://teacherpages.wsdweb.org/martaobrien email and other resources
 Implemented the Being a Writer and Making Meaning programs
 Helped to organize and implement a Tech-night school wide event
 Served on the school wide events committee
2008-2009 Evergreen Elementary School, Perkiomen Valley School District,
Collegeville, Pennsylvania
First Grade Teacher
 Used balanced literacy program to implement effective reading instruction
 Piloted Response to Intervention program to maximize student achievement in
reading
 Identified students at risk for poor learning outcomes and monitored progress
 Used research based testing including DIBELS and Developmental Reading
Assessments
 Implemented Lucy Caulkins Writers Workshop
 Organized and implemented a school-wide Arbor Day in conjunction with the
Pennsylvania Game Commission

2. 3/2008-5/2008 Instructional Paraprofessional (K-5)
 Developed alternative lesson plans to provide differentiated instruction
 Collaborated with the staff on the needs of the students on a daily basis
 Provided small group and one on one instruction of selected students
12/2007-3/2008 St. Mary’s Elementary School (K-8), Schwenksville, Pennsylvania
Sixth Grade Teacher
 Developed lesson plans on a wide range of topics and varying levels of academic
abilities
 Committed to creating a classroom that inspires children and fosters an initiative to
learn
8/2007-11/2007 Royersford Elementary School, Spring-Ford Area School District
Royersford, Pennsylvania
Student Teaching/Third Grade
• Implemented and developed educational activities into third grade lesson plans
CERTIFICATION
 Pennsylvania Instructional I Certificate
 Reading Certification (Anticipated Fall 2010)
QUALIFICATIONS
Trained in:
Reading
 Wilson and Fundations Program,
 Soar to Success Reading Program,
 Jr. Great Books,
 Houghton Mifflin
 Harcourt Reading,
 Guided Reading, Smart
 DIBELS trained
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Mathematics
 EveryDay Math
Technology
 Podcasting
 SmartBoard,
 United Video Streaming,
 Kidspiration/Inspiration
 Podcasting,
 Voicesthread,
 Webquest,
 Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit my website: http://martaobrien.wikispaces.com