Willamette University

Candidates

Mathesen (Matt) Hoss

Master of Arts in Teaching

Mathesen (Matt) Hoss

Authorizations

Middle School Education, High School Education

Endorsements

Basic Mathematics, Multiple Subjects, Physical Education

Teaching Strengths

  • Multicultural education and perspective
  • Incorporating multicultural viewpoints in the classroom
  • Google series (Doc, PowerPoint, Excel, Gmail)
  • Microsoft Office series (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Technology: blogging, Twitter, ScreenR
  • ESIS grading system

Education

  • Western Oregon University, BA (planning and environmental policy; minor in psychology)
  • Willamette University, MAT

Teacher Research Topic

How does a competitive environment vs. a non-competitive environment affect the motivation to learn and participate?

Experience

Student Teaching

  • Tualatin High School

Practicum Teaching

  • North Marion Middle School

Other Classroom / Youth Experience

  • Program volunteer: Boys and Girls Club of Whatcom County (10/09-2/10)
  • Youth development specialist: Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Washington (3/10-8/10)
  • Western Washington Summer Football Camp, high school players clinic (2 years)
  • Played varsity soccer and football: high school level
  • Played football: Western Washington University (3 years)

Supervisors

Student Teaching Supervisor

Practicum Supervisor

  • Sue Garnier, North Marion Middle School, Aurora, Ore.

University Supervisor