KACEY PARKS

1161 Mickey Lane, Monmouth OR, 97361

(503) 910-3330, kparks14@mail.wou.edu

PROFILE
A dedicated and enthusiastic teacher candidate, I am passionate about fostering the academic growth
and well-being of all students. My diverse experiences in both middle and high school classrooms
have allowed me to develop my strengths in teacher collaboration and classroom management. I
strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all students, particularly English
language learners and those with special needs. Skilled in multimedia, I work to develop creative
and standards-based lessons that engage and inspire students.
EDUCATION
Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR
Anticipated June 2015
Master of Arts in Teaching, GPA 4.0
Middle/High Authorization
Curriculum Development Project: A Culturally Relevant Public Speaking Course with a focus
on College and Career Readiness.
George Fox University, Newberg, OR
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Overall GPA, 3.58, Major GPA 3.79
Minor: Cinema Media Organization Communications
Cross-Cultural study experience: Egypt, Spring 2010
Study Abroad: Regensburg Germany, Fall 2010

May 2011

LICENSURE
Oregon Initial I Teaching License
Authorization Level:
Middle School
High School
English Language Arts Endorsement

Anticipated June 2015

Grade 6-8
Grade 9-12

EXPERIENCE
Waldo Middle School, 6-8, Salem, OR
Jan. 2015-Present
Middle School Teacher Candidate, 6th grade
Developed and implemented a CCSS-based argumentative writing unit in a Title I school
Planned and implemented lessons with ELL and SPED accommodations in a SPED inclusion
classroom model
Led supplemental instruction small groups
Introduced and facilitated Philosophical Chairs which fostered, promoting students ability to
make and defend claims
Assisted and led reading conferences in a Read 180 classroom
Interviewed incoming sixth grade students, for the AVID program

Mckay High School, 9-12, Salem, OR

Aug. 2014-Dec. 2014
High School Teacher Candidate, 11th-12th grade
Taught and assisted in a 12th grade Writing Workshop class
Assisted in a Junior AP English course as students explored canon texts.
Prepared and taught a CSSS aligned unit targeting conventions
Obtained certification as a Work Sample evaluator
Held individual student writing conferences to identify writing strategies
Central High School, 9-12, Independence OR
Feb. 2013- May 2013
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Classroom Volunteer. 10 grade
Assisted with classroom activities and observed multiple teaching strategies
Provided supplemental and individual instruction to students
Camp Tadmor Lebanon, Oregon
June 2014-Aug. 2014
Assistant Program Director
Directed the creative programming of camp-wide activities
Created thematic activities and developed drama-based productions
Managed a lead team of twelve which implemented all camp events
Mentored individually to develop Leadership skills
Assisted the Program director in strategic camp operations
June 2013-Aug. 2013
Lead Camp Counselor
Co-lead a team of thirteen college age counselors
Coordinated and supervised other female counselors
Developed creative solutions to mediate between counselors and campers
Conducted leadership meetings
Planned activities, events and one-on-one support
Show Mercy International, Uganda Africa
July 2012
Team-based Volunteer
Assisted with orphan care in Hope Childrens home
Volunteered in a local medical clinic delivering supplies and patient visits
Collaborated with team members to strategically plan outreach efforts
Conducted village home deliveries providing children and elderly with meals and water
Held field days for local schools
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Western Oregon University Bridge Program Development Workshops
Integrating Social Media Workshop, Spring 2014
Classroom Management Workshop, Fall 2014

Salem-Keizer Clinical Teacher Candidate Professional Development

Behavior and Risk Assessment Management, Fall 2014
Sexual Harassment, Fall 2014
Bullying Prevention, Fall 2014
Parent Communication, Fall 2014
Oregon Teacher of the Year Presentation-Special Education Focus, Fall 2014
Smarter Balance Testing Administration Training Workshop, Winter 2015