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Cara Lutes 4315 Urbandale Ave, Des Moines, Iowa 50314 Phone: 612-597-4863 [email protected] Education Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa December 2015 Bachelor of Science in Education: Elementary Education Endorsements: English as A Second Language/English Language Learning (K-12), Reading (K-8), Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies (5-8), Early Childhood Education (PK-K), Coaching GPA: 3.86/4.0 Uganda Study Abroad Seminar May- June 2013 Student Teaching Experience Fourth Grade Student Teacher October -December 2015 Jordan Creek Elementary, West Des Moines Community Schools, West Des Moines, Iowa ESL/ELL Student Teacher August - October 2015 Madison Elementary, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa Differentiated content instruction for varied linguistic and ability levels Planned and facilitated Kindergarten through Fourth Grade small pull-out groups Implemented Responsive Teaching Methods and Arts Integration strategies Kindergarten Student Teacher July 2015- August 2015 Irving Elementary School, Indianola Community Schools, Indianola, Iowa Planned and presented lessons pertaining to literacy skills, mathematical conceptual understanding and scientific thought Facilitated multiple interactive, developmentally appropriate activities Utilized and adapted curriculum to fit needs of all learners Implemented Whole Brain Teaching Strategies Practicum Experience High School ESL Classroom, 10 hours Spring 2015 East High School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

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Cara Lutes

4315 Urbandale Ave, Des Moines, Iowa 50314Phone: 612-597-4863 [email protected]

Education Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa December 2015Bachelor of Science in Education: Elementary EducationEndorsements: English as A Second Language/English Language Learning (K-12), Reading (K-8), Middle School Language Arts and Social Studies (5-8), Early Childhood Education (PK-K), Coaching GPA: 3.86/4.0

Uganda Study Abroad Seminar May- June 2013

Student Teaching ExperienceFourth Grade Student Teacher October -December 2015Jordan Creek Elementary, West Des Moines Community Schools, West Des Moines, Iowa

ESL/ELL Student Teacher August - October 2015Madison Elementary, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Differentiated content instruction for varied linguistic and ability levels Planned and facilitated Kindergarten through Fourth Grade small pull-out groups Implemented Responsive Teaching Methods and Arts Integration strategies

Kindergarten Student Teacher July 2015- August 2015Irving Elementary School, Indianola Community Schools, Indianola, Iowa

Planned and presented lessons pertaining to literacy skills, mathematical conceptual understanding and scientific thought

Facilitated multiple interactive, developmentally appropriate activities Utilized and adapted curriculum to fit needs of all learners Implemented Whole Brain Teaching Strategies

Practicum ExperienceHigh School ESL Classroom, 10 hours Spring 2015East High School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Preschool Classroom, 15 hours Spring 2015Wonder Years Academy, Des Moines, Iowa

One-on- One Reading Tutoring Class, 20 hours Summer 2014Holy Trinity Catholic School, Des Moines Area Catholic Schools, Des Moines, Iowa

5th Grade Social Studies Classroom, 5 hours Spring 2014South Union Elementary, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

2nd Grade Social Studies Classroom, 5 hours Spring 2014Carver Elementary, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

6th Grade Science Classroom, 10 hours Spring 2014South Middle School, Waukee Community School District, Waukee, Iowa

6th Grade Math Classroom, 10 hours Fall 2013Saint Pius X School, Des Moines Area Catholic Schools, Urbandale, Iowa

6th Grade Language Arts Classroom, 10 hours Fall 2013Saint Pius X School, Des Moines Area Catholic Schools, Urbandale, Iowa

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1st Grade Classroom, 10 hours Spring 2013Shuler Elementary, Waukee Community School District, Clive, Iowa

Middle School ESL Classroom, 30 hours Spring 2013Harding Middle School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Middle School Social Studies Classroom, 40 hours Spring 2012Harding Middle School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Related Work Experience June 2012-June 2014

Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa Taught and coached youth, ages 5 to 18, basketball skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork Created a plan, directed, and coached high school elite post camp

Related Volunteer Experience October 2012-May 2015

Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa Planned presentation and personal story to connect to hard work, goal setting, and integrity for middle

school students Facilitated student discussion connecting topic and personal experience and goals

Adult ESL Tutor September 2013-September 2014Oak Ridge, Des Moines, Iowa

Created and taught lesson plans for adult refugees and immigrants Trained other volunteers for language instruction

Adult ESL Tutor March 2013- July 2013Lutheran Services of Iowa, Des Moines, Iowa

Co-taught class which supported language development and social understanding of elderly refugees and immigrants through differentiated explicit language instruction, social activities and field trips

Skills and Certifications Mandatory Reporter Certification Blood Born Pathogens Training

Activities and Honors Oreon E. Scott Outstanding Senior Nominee Spring 2015 Drake University Presidents Honor Roll Spring 2012, 2014, 2015, Fall 2012, 2014 Drake University Deans Honor Roll Spring 2013, Fall 2013 Missouri Valley Conference Elite 18 Academic Award Spring 2014 Missouri Valley Conference Service and Leadership Award Spring 2013 Drake University Players’ Choice Bulldog Way Award Spring 2013, 2014, 2015 Drake Women’s Basketball BeBlue Team Award Spring 2015 Jan Jensen Academic and Service Award Spring 2013, 2014 Fellowship of Christian Athletes President Fall 2013-Spring 2015 InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Leadership Team Fall 2013- Spring 2015 International Student Buddy Fall 2014