Willamette University

Candidates

Matthew Banta

Master of Arts in Teaching

Matthew Banta

Authorizations

Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Education, High School Education

Endorsements

Health, Multiple Subjects, Physical Education

Teaching Strengths

  • Classroom management
  • Use of technology
  • Integration of multiple subject area
  • Vast knowledge of subject areas

Education

  • Willamette University, BA (exercise science)
  • Willamette University, MAT

Teacher Research Topic

Incorporating literacy into physical education while maximizing physical activity time

Experience

Student Teaching

  • West Albany High School, Albany, Ore.
  • Whiteaker Middle School, Keizer, Ore.

Practicum

  • Oak Elementary School, Albany, Ore.

Other Experience

  • Freshman football coach: West Albany High School

Supervisors

Student Teaching Supervisor

  • Randy Nyquist, West Albany High School, Albany, Ore.

Practicum Supervisor

  • Scott Coburn, Whiteaker Middle School, Keizer, Ore.

University Supervisor