Leah Bromaghim

1126 25th St, Des Moines, Iowa 50311

Phone: 651-788-1846 E-Mail: leah.bromaghim@drake.edu

Education
Drake University, Des Moines Iowa

May 2015

Bachelor of Science in Education: Elementary Education

Endorsements: Reading (K-8), English as a Second Language (K-12), Unified Early Childhood with
Special Education (Birth 3rd Grade)
GPA: 3.63/4.0

Study Abroad Experience

Summer Study Seminar in Uganda, Africa
June 2013
Course centered on Sustainability in Sub-Saharan Africa
Focused project on education, looked at quality of teaching strategies and use of best
practice
Visited, volunteered, and taught at a few different schools in different age levels
January Experience in Ghana, Africa
January 2014
Course centered on Educational Opportunities in a Developing Country
Collaborated with fellow educators and taught second and fourth grade at a Presbyterian
school in a rural village

Student Teaching Experience

Elementary School Third Grade Mathematics Student Teacher

JanuaryFebruary 2015

Jackson Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District

Plan and present lessons in the subject areas of Math, Science, Health, and Social Studies
whilst integrating technology
Use conflict resolution and model problem solving skills to address classroom behavior
Utilize inquiry and hands-on manipulatives to help students understand new concepts,
materials and ideas

Elementary School English as a Second Language Student Teacher

FebruaryApril 2015

Waukee Elementary School, Waukee Community School District

Vince Meyer Learning Center, Waukee Community School District
Create lessons appropriate for English Language Learners and teach in a small group setting
Utilize aids and strategies to help students grasp language such as: visuals, graphic
organizers, speaking and listening assessments
Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Student Teacher

AprilMay 2015

Drake University Head Start, Ashworth Preschool, West Des Moines Community School
District
Implement Teaching Strategies: The Creative Curriculum to create a high-quality learning
environment that is developmentally appropriate in all developmental areas
Employ inquiry based strategies to involve young learners to mentally engage with their
surroundings

Practicum Experience
Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Classroom
Fall 2014
Drake University Head Start, Ashworth Preschool, West Des Moines Community School District,
West Des Moines, Iowa
Junior Achievement Volunteer in 2nd grade classrooms
South Union Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa
Hubbell Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa
English as a Second Language Classroom (2nd, 4th, and 5th grade students)
Monroe Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Fall 2014

Spring 2014

4th Grade Student Tutor

Fall 2013Spring 2014
Hubbell Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa
6th Grade Science Classroom
South Middle School, Waukee Community School District, Waukee, Iowa

Fall 2013

4th Grade Classroom

Holy Trinity Catholic School, Des Moines, Iowa

Fall 2013

1st Grade Classroom

Hubbell Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Spring 2013

2nd Grade Classroom

Hubbell Elementary School, Des Moines Public School District, Des Moines, Iowa

Spring 2012

Related Work Experience

Co-Teacher of 3rd-5th grade students
January 2014December 2014
Drake University Griffin Academy, Studebaker Elementary School, Des Moines, Iowa
Lead hands-on activities and projects in small groups
Assist students in developing their skills in fine arts, science, technology, engineering, and
math.

Monroe School Coordinator

Everybody Wins! Iowa, Des Moines, Iowa

August 2013October 2014

Facilitated reading time between students and volunteers, substitute mentor when needed
Organized records of attendance, reading progress, and behavior/ improvement notes on
students throughout the school year
Communicated often and effectively with teachers, office staff, and volunteers

Campus Involvement and Honors

Kappa Delta Pi, Education Fraternity

Fall 2013-Present

Alpha Phi Omega, Service Fraternity

Fall 2012-Present

Donald V. Adams Leadership Academy

Academic Presidents List
Academic Deans List

2014 Graduate
Spring 2012, Spring 2013
Fall 2011, Fall 2012