Willamette University

Candidates

Brittany Porter

Master of Arts in Teaching

Brittany Porter

Authorizations

Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education

Endorsements

Multiple Subjects

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Strengths

  • Flexible
  • Classroom management
  • Multiple intelligences
  • Motivating students to learn
  • Use of technology
  • Team player
  • Dedicated to student learning
  • Varying instruction

Education

  • Oregon State University, BA (liberal studies: focus in pre-education, option in behavioral studies)
  • Willamette University, MAT

Teacher Research Topic

What are some strategies for effectively teaching students with ADHD?

Experience

Student Teaching

  • Clover Ridge Elementary School, Albany, Ore., gr. 2

Practicum Teaching

  • Highland Elementary School, Salem, Ore., gr. 3

Other Classroom Experience

  • Substitute teacher, special education assistant, & classroom aid, gr. K-8: Scio Centennial Elementary School
  • Special education assistant: Scio Middle School
  • Tutor, gr. 6 & 7: ClubZ! In-Home Tutoring Service
  • Preschool teacher: Adventures Unlimited Preschool
  • Teacher intern: Colegio Francis Bacon, Guadalajara, Mexico, gr. 1-6

Supervisors

Student Teaching Supervisor

  • Gina Jantzi, Clover Ridge Elementary School, Albany, Ore.

Practicum Supervisor

  • Donna Davis, Highland Elementary School, Salem, Ore.

University Supervisor