Willamette University

Candidates

Desiree Richardson

Master of Arts in Teaching

Desiree Richardson

Authorizations

Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education

Endorsements

Multiple Subjects

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Strengths

  • Providing a safe learning environment
  • Reflective teaching
  • Literacy integration
  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student engagement

Education

  • California State University Fullerton, BA (liberal studies—cum laude)
  • Willamette University, MAT

Teacher Research Topic

What is my pedagogical nature?

Experience

Student Teaching

  • . Candalaria Elementary school, Salem, Oregon, kindergarten

Practicum

  • Hazel Green Elementary School, gr. 3/4, science unit

Other Experience

  • Yamhill County School District, substitute teacher (K-12), 2002-2005
  • Girl Scout troop leader and co-leader (2002-present)
  • PTA, volunteer coordinator, Candalaria Elementary School, Salem, Ore., (2008-2010)
  • Track club coordinator, Candalaria Elementary School, Salem, Ore., (2008-2010)

Supervisors

Student Teaching Supervisor

  • Laura Flocker, Candalaria Elementary School, Salem, Oregon

Practicum Supervisor

  • Summer Nash, Hazel Green Elementary School, Salem, Ore.

University Supervisor