Lindsey Kappen
Science Teacher
Student Advocate
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Qualifications
Michigan Provisional Teaching Certificate
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Agriscience, Food, and Natural Resources (HX) 6-12
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Biology (DA) 6-12
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Vocational Agriscience and Natural Resources (VA) 6-12
Michigan Interim Occupational Certificate
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Agricultural Operations & Related Sciences
Education
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Master of Arts in Education
Sports Leadership & Coaching Concentration
GPA 4.0
Michigan State University, East Lansaing, MI
College of Natural Resources & College of Education
Bachelor's of Science in Environmental Studies & Agriscience
Secondary Education Concentration
Minor in Biology
Teaching Experience
Madill Public Schools, Madill, OK
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (2nd & 3rd Grade)
2015-2016
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Assumed all roles and responsibilities of an elementary school teacher, teaching all core subject areas (language arts, mathematics and reading)
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Presented lessons plans appropriate for all types of learners through the use of differentiated instruction
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Gained competency in Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIEBLES) literacy testing and progress monitoring
Dansville High School, Dansville, MI
Teaching Intern (9-12 grade)
Classes taught: Biology, Animal Science, Vet Science, Natural Resources
2013-2014
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Co-taught multiple classes with mentor teacher for the first semester then assumed the role of lead teacher for the second semester
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Gained competency in standards based grading
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Incorporated technology into the classroom through usage of IPad apps, Apple TV, YouTube, pictures, videos and more
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Included the needs of different style learners through various forms of assessment including, but not limited to: debates, creation of children’s story, building models/diagrams, traditional essay tests, oral tests, posters and more
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Provided an engaging learning environment for students by incorporating the arts through song, dance, sculpting, and drawing
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Gained grant writing skills through the writing of the Glassbrook Grant for the Dansville FFA chapter (which was received and used to buy finishing pans for Maple Syrup)
Ultimate Frisbee Experience
USA Ultimate
Women's Great Lakes Regional Director
2014-Current
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Enhanced various types of communication skills through working with various team leaders, other conference directors, and national directors through the Great Lakes Region through email, phone calls, text messages, and in person interactions
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Increased ability to provide guidance to volunteers by working directly with the Conference Coordinator and Tournament Directors of two Conference tournaments
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Assisted the National Coordinator with developing and promoting the Women’s DI Regional tournament in the Great Lakes Region
Ultimate Peace
Summer 2015
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Coached a team of Israeli Jewish and Arab girls ages 14-17
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Worked along side a coaching staff of 3 members to create and implement practice plans for three practices a day
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Provided guidance and mentorship to two, Coaches in Training (CIT)
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Promoted Spirit of the Game through spirit awards and inclusion of spirit lessons during practice