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John P. Bunker

EDUCATION University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, Masters of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction with technologyspecialist endorsement, Expected completion August 2010.

Jefferson Country Public Schools and The Pinnacle Charter School Induction Programs University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado; State of Colorado Initial Elementary License, May 2007 Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan; Bachelor of Arts in Communication, May 1996

CREDENTIALS Colorado Initial Teacher License, Elementary Education Endorsement #0382411 PRAXIS Exam, ETS Recognition of Excellence, January 2007 Colorado Substitute License, Three Years, effective September 2006 American Red Cross Certification in CPR and First Aid

TEACHING EXPERIENCEThe Pinnacle Charter School Federal Heights, Colorado

Middle School Technology Instructor August 2008 Present Created and implemented a fifth through eighth grade curriculum for six week rotating classes and threesemester long elective classes with direct integration with the Core Knowledge Curriculum.

Presented Integrating Technology at Core Knowledge Conference (October 2009) Assisted with the overall technology plan of school through a Technology Task Force. Provided support throughout school with technology integration directly in the classroom environments.

Fitzmorris Elementary School, Jefferson County School District Arvada, ColoradoFourth Grade Teacher August 2007 May 2008

Designed and implemented standard and assessment based instruction meeting the needs of diverse learnerswith appropriate differentiation for all learning styles and special needs within a Title One school. Classroomincluded three students with IEP s and nine students with ILPs.

Designed and implemented Writers Workshop utilizing 6+1 Traits, Lucy Calkins, and Ralph Fletcher resourcesfollowing Jefferson County Prioritized Benchmarks.

Utilized Investigations in Number, Data, and Space for core mathematics instruction while providing a widerange of differentiated instruction for the individual needs of all learners.

Provided daily literacy instruction using guided reading groups following CALI and other research basedpractices resulting in four students being removed from Individual Literacy Plans. Provided continualassessment of students with both DRA and DRA2 testing and weekly running records.

Conducted weekly classroom meetings with focuses on bullying, respect, and teamwork. Used a wide varietyof motivational strategies and utilized both in-room and school wide PBS plans.

Thomson Elementary School Arvada, ColoradoTeacher Candidate August 2006 May 2007

Accepted long term substitute position in 3 rd grade, assuming full responsibility for all teaching duties. Completed internships in 2 nd grade (166 hours), 6 th grade (166 hours), and 3 rd grade (166 hours). Student taught in 3 rd grade (300 hours). Worked with school team to provide appropriate instruction for large percentage of English language learners,including use of translators for parent conferences.

Worked with clinical teachers in multiple co-teaching models to provide quality learning experiences.

Laradon Hall Denver, ColoradoTeacher Assistant November 2005 June 2006

Worked with students with developmental, cognitive, and emotional disabilities in a therapeutic school setting. Assisted treatment teams in development and administration of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and BehaviorSupport Plans.

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (Cornell University) Certification.

740 Pearl Street #405Denver, Colorado 80203

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John Bunker Education Philosophy Statement

Education involves creating well rounded students that are prepared to advance through

life. I believe teachers create the future, and it is up to us to assure, to the best of our abilities,

each student is given an opportunity to be successful in life. While we do not control whathappens outside of the school walls or off the campus, we can provide students with knowledge

and other life skills while in the school environment.

I believe this begins with standards based education and assuring the students receive the

curriculum requirements as designated by the state and school districts. While this often appears

to be very prescribed, I believe it can be done in an exciting and motivating way which students

can personally connect through the use of my sense of humor and variety of life experiences.

The more captivated students are, the more likely they are to actually grasp and utilize the

material throughout their lives. If you enter teaching with a fun, positive attitude, the children

will perceive the learning experience to be fun as well and crave more and more knowledge

throughout their lives.

This is also made possible through the environment I create within my classroom. While

I set high expectations for all students, I also provide them with the tools they need in order to be

successful. Each and every student has different needs, and I believe in reaching each and every

one of my students each and every day. This involves a multifaceted approach to teaching,

incorporating techniques proven effective for various learning styles. It incorporates techniques

which meet the unique needs of English language learners and students with disabilities. By

being conscience of the unique qualities of all learners, I provide for the greatest amount of

equity in learning for all students.

I also believe it is critical that they learn to respect and understand other races, cultures,

religions, and nations. We, as a nation, are becoming more and more diverse with each and

every day, and it is important for the children to develop an appreciation for other people and

aspects of their lives that may be different. I also strive to instill high ethical and moralstandards. By building a great rapport with my students I create an environment where they

understand the importance of practicing kindness, patience, and understanding.

As a teacher, I am critical to the development of the next generation of citizens, and it is

my responsibility to assure they have the knowledge and skills to be successful throughout their

lives.


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