Michael Torgersen

Background

About Michael Torgersen

Education Franklin Pierce University, Rindge, NH 2015 - Present • Enrolled in Masters of Education Program seeking certification in Elementary Education K-8 with a content concentration in science • 4.0 grade point average • Graduating May, 2018 • Related Course Work: Design and Management of the Learning Environment, Educational Psychology, Introduction to Assessment, Scientific Inquiry and Teaching Methods and Teaching and Learning in a Democratic Society University of New Haven, West Haven, CT 2009 – 2013 • Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science • Dean’s list • Trained to work in a professional laboratory setting including following proper procedures and analysis of biological, physical and trace evidence • One of three students selected to participate in a group research project isolating the Huntington’s Disease gene sequence through gel electrophoresis Work Experience Manchester School District, Manchester, NH 2016-Present Substitute Teacher • Webster Elementary School and Southside Middle School, all grades K-8 • Manchester summer ESY program, all grades K-12 • Experience with exceptional learners including EBD students Sodexo at Canobie Lake Park, Salem, NH 2012 - 2015 Food Service Worker • Department cashier of the year award in 2014 • Managed food carts in the amusement park • Ensured excellent guest service in a fast-paced environment CVS Pharmacy, Londonderry, NH 2008-2009 Clerk • Cashier • Provided customer assistance Volunteer Experience YMCA’s Youth Out Program, Webster School Manchester, NH June, 2016 • Assisted with monitoring children in the after school program • Provided support maintaining discipline and transitioning students to various activities