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ISI 2009 Inquiry and Reflection

Prior to conducting research and developing a workshop, the 2009 ISI participants explored his or her experiences or current understanding of a teaching of writing practice in a personal, non-research-based, reflective essay.

There is no standard format for this essay; the writer may depict a specific teaching moment, explore a series of experiences related to the practice, discuss what he or she has already read/learned about the subject, or reflect on the questions about the practice.

Tuesday, May 30, 2006

Robyn Roberson's Teaching Portfolio Cover Letter

July 1, 2006




To Whom It May Concern:


Please consider my enclosed curriculum vitae, this letter and my professional teaching portfolio in application for the position of English teacher. I have completed all requirements for the position by obtaining my MATW degree in English at Humboldt State University, with a minor in American Indian Education. I have taught college English for the past two years, as well as an online American Indian Education class. I have a Multiple Subject credential and have completed all coursework and applied for my Single Subject credential in February 2006. I am awaiting test results for my CLAD certificate.


After successfully instructing middle school in Napa and Vallejo, where I enjoyed teaching Ancient History, English, Yearbook, and a SDAI class for English Language Learners, I decided to return to school to obtain a master’s degree in English in order to improve my teaching expertise. Just from my teaching experience alone, I have gained considerable experience teaching a diverse student population. For the past two years I have taught composition at Humboldt State University and College of the Redwoods, both the Eureka campus and the Hoopa Valley Reservation campus.

I also taught an online class entitled “Native Americans in Higher Education” where I facilitated and assessed students. I enjoyed this student-teacher communication very much and am comfortable using technology in the classroom. I also used Blackboard as a supplement to my teaching in English.


I have included several lesson plans and samples of student work in order for you to view the variety of ways in which I engage my students in writing. As you can see, my lessons appeal to adults and young students alike, as well as to students from diverse populations.

Although I love teaching adults, I miss being in the presence of young minds eager to learn! I am applying for this position because I want to maintain contact with younger students. Having completed the Redwood Writing Project summer institute last year, I have many exciting lesson ideas for writing across the curriculum.


As you can see from my experience, I feel that I would be a positive addition to your faculty. I appreciate your consideration for this position.


Sincerely,

Robyn Roberson

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