Riley Germanis Email & Phone Number

Maple Valley, Washington, United States

Knowles Teaching Fellowships are awarded based on three criteria: the potential to develop the content knowledge needed for teaching, the potential to develop exemplary teaching practices, and the potential to develop the qualities of a teacher leader. Teaching Fellows focus on growth in these areas over the three phases of the program. See more at http://kstf.org/fellowships/

Beyond the Classroom:- K12 Mathematics Curriculum Adoption Committee- Assessment to Curriculum Alignment Committee (prior to curriculum adoption)- Teacher Development Group (TDG) Teacher Participant- Student Government Class Advisor- Curriculum Connector for Decatur High School

Mount Tahoma High School

Courses: Integrated Algebra 1 (2 sections) & Geometry (3 sections)– Communicate high expectations for student learning, measuring student progress through formative assessment.– Implement the Math Visions Project and Engage New York Curriculum to approx. 150 students.– Practice researched-based instructional practices to meet students needs, focusing on IEP and 504’s.– Differentiate instruction by communicating with individual students to assess needs and augment teaching practices.- Maintain high content standards through cooperative learning groups, application and extracurricular application.– Collaborate regularly with staff, parents and community members to create investment in the classroom.– Reflect and adjust teaching practices using research and analysis of student work. Documented through Blog Portfolio.– Engage students in well planned instruction aligned with state and national standards using real world examples.

Raisbeck Aviation High School (Rahs)

Courses Taught: Precalculus (3 sections), Calculus (1 section) with an emphasis on aviation.- Communicate high expectations for student learning, measuring student progress through formative assessment.- Design rigorous curriculum with project based, aviation themed examples, homework and assessments.- Practice researched-based instructional practices to meet students needs, focusing on IEP and 504’s.- Differentiate instruction by communicating with individual students to assess needs and augment teaching practices.- Maintain high content standards through cooperative learning, application and extracurricular application.- Collaborate regularly with staff, parents and community investors to create insight into industrial needs.- Reflect and adjust teaching practices using research and analysis of student work. Documented through Blog Portfolio.- Engage students in well planned instruction aligned with state and national standards using real world examples.- Observe other building teachers methods, including non-technical subjects to analyze pedagogical strategies.

Bellingham, Washington

-Tutor high school seniors with math homework to improve understanding of class material.-Increased SAT scores and student grades with weekly tutoring.-Provide guided practice through an inquiry-based learning method teaching students to think critically.-Adjust tutoring style to students unique learning patters improving learning efficiency.

Western Washington University

-Represent Western students in the advancement of university goals with respect to dining services.-Advise dining director concerning quality, customer service, advertising, and dietary concerns.-Oversaw the successful transition of dining vendors ensuring student goals remain a priority for actions.

Bellingham, Washington

-Implemented new communication systems to improve processes, organization and productivity.-Quickly responded to guest needs 24/7 to maintain a comfortable, secure atmosphere which fosters learning.-Frequently worked to complete detail oriented tasks under time constraints independently and cooperatively.

Sedro-Wolley, Wa

-Mentored 50+ middle school students during math class, while assisting with algebra skills.-Built confidence for struggling students and developed learning strategies to improve usefulness of class time.-Embraced the challenges of working in a Title I school by rejecting the deficit theory creating a positive learning environment for all students.

Nash Hall And Higginson Hall

-Created 250+ hours of meaningful dialogues resulting in new understanding of personal values.-Planned educational and social events for 50+ students to build community and create lasting relationships.-Accurately documented policy violations and advocated for residents through conduct processes.-Updated supervisor regularly regarding community updates and building needs.-Mentored new student advising staff providing an experiential perspective.

Federal Way, Wa

-Created a free course for low income high school to prepare students for college level classes.-Designed curriculum aligned with class prerequisites, 90.9% of students felt more prepared after course.-Taught a 7-day interactive summer course resulting in data which helps future students.-Analyzed and presented results to school administration and district board of education.

Federal Way, Wa

-Led and supervised preadolescent campers through 10-week summer day camp.-Created daily thematic activities to facilitate safe and inclusive environment for youth to engage.-Adapted activities for students with special needs and disabilities.

Greater Seattle Area

-Ensure positive customer experience by providing product information and fast solutions to guest needs.-Accurately calculate purchases through a POS system for speedy checkout while engaging customers.-Prioritize the many demanding needs of a fast paced work environment to best service customers.-Built trust creating a fun, exciting and independent work relationship with coworkers and supervisors.

Bellingham, Washington

-Spoke to “at-risk” students about the college process showing the reality of higher education.-Hosted visiting students overnight to provide a real college experience.-Provided tips and experience to assist in winning maximum scholarship dollars.-Called potential Western students to answer questions and de-mystify the college experience.

Federal Way, Wa

-Successfully gained 10,354 “Yes” votes to approve a $21.2million technology levy for schools.-Engaged student groups from each high school to Get Out the Vote by sign making/waving and volunteering.-Addressed a live school board meeting to raise campaign awareness.-Wrote several Op-Ed articles to local news papers engaging in the political debate for public schools.

Master'S Degree, Masters In Teaching Math And Science, 4.0 Gpa

Offerings directed towards Math Science and STEM field applicants, the Masters in Teaching Math and Science (MTMS) degree is a 15 month.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mathematics, 3.64 Cumulative Gpa

Western Washington University prides itself on providing students with a Liberal Arts education with a focus on diverse and underserved.

High School Diploma, General Studies