Certified Elementary Educator & Spanish Teacher Seeks New Opportunities
1. CAITLIN MALICH
509.393.1512 cmalich@eagles.ewu.edu 2400 University Lane Apt 212 Cheney, WA 99004
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Purpose
Certified Elementary General Educator and K-12 Spanish Teacher. Fluent in Spanish: spoken and
written. Aspire to provide a flexible and passionate experience to all while differentiating instruction
for learners to enjoy the educational experience. Seeking employment to gain cultural
understanding and further my knowledge through becoming a unique part of a diverse team and
community.
Synopsis
Dedicated professional with experience leading a classroom, managing groups, differentiating
materials, communicating with colleagues, translating and teaching a foreign language, and
creating a rich learning environment. Excel in organizing lesson plans, projects, and incorporating
technology when needed. Exhibit a motivated attitude and work ethic. Dedicated to providing the
best curriculum for students.
Key Skills
Excellent classroom management
Bilingual
Promote self-learning and self-motivation
Efficient in multiple teaching approaches
Extensive experience in the use of technology
Proficient in daily lesson planning
Extensive background in teaching and culture
Effective team member
Goal oriented
Education
Eastern Washington University
Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education, Major-Spanish; Minor-Social Work
Graduated Cum Laude in June 2014
ACTFL oral written proficiency test – PASSED
Certified Professional Educator Washington State – Eastern Washington University
Wenatchee Valley College – Running Start
2. Professional Experience
Spokane College of English – Spokane, WA
English Substitute Teacher 7/2014 to present
Created a fun learning environment with games, assignments, and conversations with the use of the
SMRT curriculum.
Planned lessons for adult students of all levels in English grammar, spelling, and conversation.
Reviewed assignments, papers, homework
Provided opportunities and led conversations for students with little English speaking backgrounds.
Gave feedback to students as well as teachers for improvement.
Managed students and classroom duties.
Intramural Sports – Cheney, WA
Director of Intramural Soccer Summers of 2010-2013
Organized games, referees, scorekeepers, and time keepers while maintaining a strict time frame.
Attended leadership and management meetings to increase the productivity of employee team
connections.
Assisted in workshops with upper management to implement new ideas.
Fulfilled all administrative duties while on the job, as well as communicating with staff and players
about rules and regulations.
Implemented disciplinary action when needed.
New Student and Parent Programs – Cheney, WA
Orientation Advisor Summers of 2010-2013
Assisted university advisors with academic counseling for a group of 35 incoming students during the
transition period of the first two weeks at the university.
Led groups of new students through orientation sessions, advising sessions, and academic counseling.
Provided opportunities for team building activities on a personal level such as Playfair, RecSplosion,
and “Ice-Breakers.”
Obtained management, leadership, integration, and partnership skills. Reviewed all insurance denials,
making necessary corrections, and submitting appeals, if necessary.
Office of Global Initiatives – Cheney, WA
Global Ambassador 9/2010 – 9/2013
Introduced incoming international students to faculty, staff, and administration at Eastern Washington
University.
Offered assistance to students with language barriers in Spanish which included assistance in cell
phone services, bank account set-up, guiding them to use local transportation to get to local markets
and entertainment.
Planned 10-15 cultural activities per quarter to provide the “American culture”, an exciting and diverse
experience to the international students in the Cheney, Spokane, and Northern Idaho areas.
Managed cultural based trips to other cities as well as budgeted time and money for certain activities
and meal plans.
Active team member in budgeting, organizing, and leading cultural trips to cities in Washington State.