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** Table of Contents **
 * Resume…………………………………………………………………………….pg. 1 **
 * Cover Letter……………………………………………………………………….pg. 2 **
 * Philosophy of Teaching…………………………………………………...............pg. 3 **
 * Certification (Substitute License)……………………………………………….pg. A **
 * List of References………………………………………………………………...pg. 4 **
 * Sample Assignment………………………………………………………………pg. 5

** LISA R. HEYTINK bettedavis1950@gmail.com 247 Washington Avenue Hillsdale, New Jersey 07642 Cell: 201.264.7711

OBJECTIVE A challenging position as a secondary English teacher utilizing prior experience, incorporating democratic principles and the latest technology into a positive learning environment.

EDUCATION Montclair State University, Graduate School of Education, Upper Montclair, New Jersey M.A.T, Secondary Education, English, GPA: 3.5/4.0 December 2006-August 2009 Chancellor’s List May 2007-May 2008 Rutgers University, Rutgers College, New Brunswick, New Jersey B.A., English, GPA: 3.6/4.0  September 2001-May 2005 Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Chapter, Rutgers University May 2005 Golden Key International Honors Society May 2004 National Dean’s List May 2004-May 2005 CERTIFICATION State of New Jersey Teaching License, Secondary Education with a Concentration in English, expected June 2009 EXPERIENCE Pascack Valley High School (Hillsdale, New Jersey) October 2007-June 2008 Permanent Substitute Teacher (English Department)  ·  Taught Replacement, Collaborative, College Preparatory, Honors, Advanced Placement English and Creative Writing in an e-Learning District  ·  Created lesson plans and homework assignments that incorporated technology into the classroom  ·  Maintained teacher’s website on a daily basis, including uploading all student assignments and events Pascack Valley High School (Hillsdale, New Jersey) March 2006-May 2006 Permanent Substitute Teacher (English Department)  ·  Taught College Preparatory English and Creative Writing in an e-Learning District  ·  Created lesson plans and homework assignments that incorporated technology into the classroom  ·  Maintained teacher’s website on a daily basis, including uploading all student assignments and events Pascack Valley Regional High School District (Montvale, New Jersey) December 2003-present Substitute Teacher (Pascack Valley and Pascack Hills High Schools)  ·  Teach all subjects: Math, Science, History, English, Foreign Language, Related Arts, Music and Physical Education  ·  Manage all classrooms on a daily basis and assume all teacher responsibilities and duties  ·  If necessary, assist students with assignments

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES UNICO National (Fairfield, New Jersey) May 2004-May 2008 National Youth Chair (UNICO is an Italian-American Service Organization)  ·  Liaison between UNICO National and Youth in local chapters in seventeen states across the country Columnist, ComUNICO Newspaper May 2004-May 2008  ·  Authored monthly column for Italian-American Youth  ·  <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Articles were printed in a bi-monthly newspaper that is distributed nationally <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> PERSONAL INTERESTS Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Schoolwires, IntegradePro, Mac proficient Spanish minor; Save the Children contributor; poetess; extensively traveled in Europe, Australia, New Zealand References available upon request.

LISA R. HEYTINK Bettedavis1950@gmail.com 247 Washington Avenue Hillsdale, New Jersey 07642 Cell: 201.264.7711

Attn: Ms. Carletta Jones 1200 Myrtle Avenue Plainfield, New Jersey 07063

December 1, 2008

Dear Ms. Jones:

Attached is my resume with regard to the English Educator Position at Plainfield High School. After working as a permanent substitute teacher for the Pascack Valley Regional High School District, I realized that I would like to dedicate my life to the future of education. I am passionate about the academic improvements that Plainfield High School recently completed, particularly its structural movement to Small Learning Communities. I believe that my experience in an e-learning district will help Plainfield High School continue its technological growth and its commitment to student engagement and achievement.

I bring to your attention my professional experience in the hopes of joining your esteemed faculty.

Professional Experience:

·  As a permanent substitute teacher in an e-learning district (all staff members and students have laptop computers), I was always ready to create assignments that engaged the students’ creativity and incorporated technology into the curriculum. ·  As a former columnist for the //ComUnico// Newspaper (Unico is an Italian-American Service Organization), I authored monthly columns for Italian-American youth. ·  As a substitute teacher, I manage classrooms on a daily basis and assume all of the teacher’s responsibilities in his/her absence.

I look forward to speaking with you about the opportunity to work for Plainfield High School, and would like to set up an interview at your earliest convenience. Thank you for considering me for the English Educator Position.

Regards,

Lisa Heytink

Philosophy of Teaching Philosophy: the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered an academic discipline. Pedagogy: the method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical context. The two terms define the world of education, giving tangible parameters to an abstract concept. A concept that I fell in love with as a child, absorbing every bit of information that my teachers gave me, processing it, storing it for later use. I wanted to know everything that the world had to offer outside of the classroom, every crevice, word, and idea. The passion for learning completely consumed me, and I let it. I never expected that one day I would teach, preferring the blackboard in front of me, not behind me. However, I realized that the awakening that occurred within me could be passed on to others, that I could change the future with one idea or word. I wanted to be a teacher and watch my passion evolve into action. The evolution began when I took over three maternity leave positions in one year, serving as a crash course in the wonderful world of teaching. The experiences led me to develop my philosophy, experimenting with the students, seeing what worked and what did not. I understood that they needed someone to guide them, but also to listen, someone to teach them, but also to nurture them. The students needed a voice, the ability to choose what they wanted for themselves, the “banking system of education,” something that I refused to follow (Freire). I wanted to engage them, to awaken their passions the way that my teachers had done. The students needed to be active learners, to make the knowledge tangible, to understand that education does not have to be an abstract concept. They needed to have passion, and I wanted to instill mine in them. After all, the worst sound in a classroom is silence. List of References


 * 1) Dr. Benedict Tantillo, Superintendent, Pascack Valley Regional High School District
 * 2) Sarah Van Gunten, Principal, Pascack Hills High School
 * 3) Thomas DeMaio, Principal, Pascack Valley High School
 * 4) Debra Squiccimari, Vice Principal, Pascack Valley High School
 * 5) Dr. Edith Weinthal, Department of English Supervisor, Pascack Valley Regional High School District
 * 6) Catherine Drakakis, English Teacher, Pascack Valley Regional High School District
 * 7) Dr. Adrienne Santola, Advisor, Department of Curriculum and Teaching, Montclair State University
 * 8) Dr. Jessica Restaino, Advisor, Associate Professor of English, Department of English
 * 9) Dr. Vincent Walencik, Professor of Curriculum and Teaching, Montclair State University
 * 10) Patricia Hughes, Community Affairs Director, Borough of Hillsdale

//The House on Mango Street// CP English III Ms. Heytink Vocabulary Assignment (Worth Thirty Points=One Quiz Grade) Due Date: Monday, October 27th

Objective: The objective of this assignment is to learn the proper use of literary terms in //The House on Mango Street// and apply them in your writing.

Assignment: The vocabulary assignment consists of three different parts that apply to the following vignettes: “The House on Mango Street,” “My Name,” and “Darius and the Clouds.” Each of these parts will require you to both define and use the following literary terms: vignette, characterization, point-of-view, personification, simile, and metaphor. You may handwrite or type this assignment and have one full week to complete all three activities. Also, remember that I do not accept anything by email or late. If you do not have it on the due date, you will receive a zero for the assignment.

Part One (“Making a House of Literary Terms”): a) Since //The House on Mango Street// is made up of many different vignettes, I would like you to first define what the term means (you may use your class notes to define this term) and place it in the “Foundation Box” of the “House” that you will be creating for the first part of this assignment.

b) Now, that you have the “Foundation” of the “House” completed, it is time to build the rest. First, define what each of the following terms mean: simile, metaphor, and personification (you may use your class notes to define these terms). Next, using four examples of similes and metaphors (please use at least one of each example) describe Esperanza’s current residence. Please be advised, you may not use any examples from the text. This is your chance to be creative and use the language in context. Each example should complete one side of the “House” (please see the example below). Then, use three examples of personification to complete the rest of the “House.” Again, please do not use any examples from the text. Each example should complete the roof of the “House” (please see the example below).*


 * Foundation Box (Please put your vignette definition here): ||


 * You may refer back to the vignette, “The House on Mango Street” for this portion of the assignment.

Part Two (“How Does Your Name Characterize You?”): a) First, I would like you to define what Esperanza’s name means and who she is named after (you may refer back to the vignette, “My Name” to find the answers to these questions). Next, define what the term characterization means (you may use your class notes to define this term). Then, in six to ten sentences tell me whether or not Esperanza’s name fits her character. Please use examples from the text to support your claims and don’t forget to use proper MLA citation.

b) Now, it is your turn to characterize yourself! Using the following website: [|www.behindthename.com], find the meaning and origin of your name. Please be advised that if your name is short for something (ex. Lisa is a shorter form of Elizabeth), you need to search the full name to find the meaning and origin. Next, in six to ten sentences tell me whether or not your name fits your character. If it does not, which name better suits you? (Please remember to find the meaning and origin of your alternative name choice).

Part Three (“How Does Esperanza See the Clouds?”): a) Using your class notes, please define the term point-of-view. Remember, that these particular vignettes are told from Esperanza’s perspective. Therefore, in addition to defining point-of-view, don’t forget to describe first person point-of-view (you may use your class notes to define this term). b) In the vignette, “Darius and the Clouds” Esperanza describes how Darius sees the clouds. In other words, the reader learns his point-of-view on clouds. In six to ten sentences, use Esperanza’s point-of-view to describe “Darius’ Clouds.” Please remember that by taking on her perspective, you must also write in her “voice.”

Housekeeping Details: 3.1.b, 3.1.c, 3.1.f, 3.1.g, 3.2.b, 3.2.c, 3.2.d, 3.5.a, 3.5.c. Please refer back to your copy of the standards for further details.
 * 1) As you saw in the headline of this assignment, the total weight is thirty points or the equivalent of one quiz grade. Each part of the assignment is therefore worth ten points. Remember, I want you to be creative and focus on how you use the literary term vocabulary in context. I will be grading for completeness, so make sure that you do all the aspects of each part.
 * 2) For your reference, these are the NJCCCS that are fulfilled by this assignment: