Alison Inwood is seeking a special education teaching position. She has a Bachelor's degree in Special Education from Michigan State University with honors and certifications in Elementary Education and Special Education. Her experience includes teaching 6th grade special education and participating in IEP development. She has extensive field experience in various K-12 special education settings and volunteer work tutoring refugees and children with disabilities.

1. Alison Inwood
Certification:
Elementary Education K-5
Endorsements:
Special Education Learning Disabilities K-12
Language Arts 6-8

2. Alison Inwood
10176 Bennett Lake Road
Fenton, MI 48430
810 394 4974
Inwoodal@msu.edu
Objective:
To obtain a special education teaching position in which I may use my creativity
and passion for teaching to improve children's lives. I want the opportunity to
meet students' educational needs through interactive instruction and
individualized support.
Education:
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts with Honors: May 2011
Major: Special Education - Learning Disabilities
3.67 Grade Point Average
Certification:
Elementary Education K-5
Endorsements:
Special Education Learning Disabilities K-12
English/Language Arts 6-8
Academic
Achievements:
Michigan State University Dean's List: All Semesters
University Honors
Teaching/Internship
Experience:
Otto Middle School
Lansing: August 2011-May 2012
Taught 6th grade special education in math and study skills August-
December
Taught 6th grade special education reading, language arts, and study skills
in addition to general education science. January-May
Addressed academic, social, and emotional needs of students in an urban
environment
Participated in development and implementation of IEPs, positive behavior
intervention support, and behavior intervention plans.

3. Collaborated in parent-teacher conferences, manifestation determination
meetings, and professional development.
Administered norm-referenced, curriculum based, and informal
assessments.
Field Experience:
Discovery Elementary School
Williamston, Mi: August 2010 - May 2011
Kindergarten classroom with three students with IEPs
Developed and taught two-day lessons in literacy and math concepts
Assisted in daily classroom management
Averill Elementary School
Lansing, MI: August 2010-December2010
Focused on behavior management and strategy instruction
Marble Elementary School
East Lansing, MI: February 2010-May 2010
Taught literacy in a room for students with emotional impairments
Developed a functional behavior analysis and behavior intervention plan
Holt Elementary School
Holt, Mi: September 2010-December 2010
Performed a child-study and created individualized lessons based on the
results.
Eastern High School
Lansing, Mi: January 2009-May 2009
Focused on whole class instruction in American literature and individual
tutoring in biology, math, and English.
Work Related Experience:
Lansing Area Parents' Respite Center Care Provider: May 2010-present
o Worked as a care provider for children with mild to severe emotional,
physical, learning, and cognitive impairments.
o Used alternative speech devices, wheelchairs, hearing aids, sign
language, breathing treatments, range of motion exercises, and lifts.
In-Home Care Provider: May 2009-Present
o Worked with a family taking care of a young woman with mental
disabilities. I cared for daily needs like feeding, toileting, medications, and
activities.

4. After-school tutoring volunteer: September 2011- Present
o Participated in after school tutoring three days a week, supporting
students in language arts, math, science, and social studies.
Refugee Development Center volunteer September 2007-December 2007
o Tutored refugees of all ages in language development, writing, math, and
social skills.
Camp Copneconic Resident Counselor: June 2008-August 2008
o Worked with children of varying socioeconomic backgrounds and abilities
in outdoor activities.
o Arranged daily activities, taught sailing, swimming, canoeing/kayaking
and arts and crafts.
Special Training:
PBIS in-service
Basic proficiency in the French, Spanish, and American Sign Languages.
Organization Involvement/ Volunteer Work:
Salsa Dance Club Instructor and Swing Dance Club Instructor:
o Co-taught salsa dancing lessons for the MSU Salsa Club and MSU Swing
club
Swing Dance Club Fundraising Chair August 2008- May 2009
o Organized fundraising events for the MSU Salsa Club.

5. References:
Jackie Plascensia
Otto Middle School
6th Grade Special Education Teacher
517 930 2368 (Cell)
Jacqueline.Plascencia@lansingschools.net (School)
jplascen@hotmail.com (Personal)
Megin Turner
Otto Middle School
6th Grade Special Education Teacher
517 282 7347
megin.turner@lansingschools.net (School)
Katherine Hanson
President of Lansing Area Parents' Respite Center Board of Directors
Special Needs Caregiver Employer
517 333 1540
kvhanson@hotmail.com
Shera Emmons
Discovery Elementary School
Kindergarten Teacher
517 655 2855 ext. 4260 (School)
emmonss@gowcs.net
Kris Shirey
Special Needs Caregiver Employer
517 627 3402 (Home)
517 896 8675 (Cell)