Embraced by Erin

Educator

Introduction:

My name is Dr. Erin Peterson and I have been an educator for the past 18 years in elementary and higher education. Growing up in a family of educators, I recognized the value of a quality education and chose to pursue teaching as well. I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a minor in mathematics. Upon graduation I taught fourth grade, while also completing my Master’s degree through a first year teacher/mentoring program. I then taught eight years in fifth grade before receiving my PhD in Education, with an emphasis in literacy. When my daughter Everly was born and diagnosed with a rare and complex syndrome, I resigned from my full time teaching job to stay home and care for her. I was also able to work as an adjunct faculty member at The University of North Dakota, teaching courses in the Education department, which is work I continue to do. I have a true passion for education and have loved every role I have played in the past 18 years.

My experience with Everly has opened a whole new world of education, allowing myself to think beyond the walls of a classroom. I have realized the opportunity to educate is everywhere! My most recent work is a children’s book titled, “When the Going Gets Tough.” which will be coming out later this year. I am so proud of the book as it combines the two things I have realized I am very passionate about in the area of education: literacy and social emotional learning. I believe in teaching to the whole child and this section of my website will be about that!

Let’s Work Together!

I have a true passion for education, specifically in the area of literacy and social emotional learning! Please see below the variety of ways we could possibly partner together, along with past related experiences and testimonials.

Prices and additional information can be discussed further by contacting me at [email protected]. I look forward to hopefully working with you!

Possible collaborations include, but are not limited to:

  1. Author’s Visit
  2. Interactive Read Aloud
  3. Book Signing
  4. Reset Strategy Demonstrations (from the book)
  5. Professional Development: Reset Strategies (from the book)
  6. Professional Development: Interactive Read Aloud (from the book)
  7. Design a Reset Strategy area in your building focused around the book (see Correlating Learning Space in Author Drop Down Menu)
  8. Author Presentation
  9. Open to any and all other ideas!

Past Related Experiences

Education:

  1. Doctor of Philosophy (Aug. 2015). Teacher Education, University of North Dakota, Dissertation: “Investigating the Relationship Between Elementary Students’ Motivation to Read and Academic Achievement in Reading.”
  2. Master of Science in Education (Aug. 2008). Elementary Education, University of North Dakota, Independent Study: “Writing Workshop: Using Mini- Lessons to Develop the Process of Writing for My Students.”  
  3. Bachelor of Science in Education, Mathematics Minor (May 2007). Elementary Education, University of North Dakota.

Certifications:

  1. North Dakota Teaching License: Elementary (1-6), Mathematics (5-8).
  2. Minnesota Teaching License: Elementary (1-6), Mathematics (5-8)

Positions:

  1. Grand Forks, University of North Dakota: Standardized Physical Exam Teaching Associate (Nov. 2022 – Current). Coach year one medical students as they learn physical exam skills through the UND Simulation Center, School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
  2. Grand Forks, University of North Dakota: Adjunct Instructor (Aug. 2010 – Current). Instruct undergraduate and graduate courses on elementary education methods and literacy. Teacher Education Program, Department of Teaching and Learning, College of Education and Human Development, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, North Dakota.
  3. Grand Forks, Discovery Elementary: Unlicensed Assistive Health Care Personnel (Nov. 2022 – Jan. 2023). Assist registered school nurses in providing health services to individual students according to individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) and/or district policies.
  4. East Grand Forks, South Point Elementary: 5th Grade Teacher (Aug. 2008 – Jan. 2016). Taught academic and social skills in a 5th grade classroom. Collaborated with a team of educators to provide support to students with varying needs. Prepared objectives for courses of study and assisted in developing the curriculum. Prepared and administered state standardized testing.
  5. Grand Forks, Phoenix Elementary: 4th Grade Teacher (June 2007 – May 2008). Developed engaging, research-based lessons while implementing graduate school requirements. Implemented Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop while differentiating instruction.
  6. Grand Forks School District: Substitute Teacher (Jan. 2007 – May 2007). Performed the instructional and classroom management processes assigned by the permanent teacher for students in grades kindergarten through high school. 
  7. Bemidji School District: Substitute Teacher (Jan. 2007 – May 2007). Performed the instructional and classroom management processes assigned by the permanent teacher for students in grades kindergarten through high school.

Publications:

  1. Butz, N. T., Stupnisky, R. H., Peterson, E. S., & Majerus, M. M. (2014). Motivation in synchronous hybrid graduate business programs: A self-determination approach to contrasting online and on-campus students. Journal of Online Learning and Teaching, 10(2), 211-227. 
  2. Peterson, E.S. (2011). “Do I Have to Read?” Tips for Including Literacy in the Home. The Grand Forks Herald. 

Conference Presentations:

  1. Peterson, E.S., (2022). Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome. Information presented at North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition annual conference, Orlando, FL.
  2. Peterson, E.S., (2019). Parent Advocacy for Children with Special Needs. Presenter at the National Advocacy Event, Washington, D.C.
  3. Peterson, E.S., (2019). Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome. Information presented at the Digestive Disease Week annual conference, San Diego, CA.
  4. Peterson, E. S., Stupnisky, R. H., Guay, F., Majerus, M. M., & Butz, N. T. (2014).  Testing a Model of Elementary Students’ Reading Achievement: Teacher-Student Relationship Predicting Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Concept. Poster presented at the American Educational Research Association annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA.
  5. Butz, N. T., Stupnisky, R. H., Peterson, E. S., Majerus, M. M., & Guay, F. (2014). Self-determined motivation in hybrid graduate business programs: Contrasting online and on-campus students. Poster presented at the American Educational Research Association annual meeting, Philadelphia, PA.
  6. Peterson, E. S., Stupnisky, R. H., Guay, F., Majerus, M. M., & Butz, N. T. (2014). Testing a Model of Elementary Students’ Reading Achievement: Teacher-Student Relationship Predicting Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Concept. Poster presented at the University of North Dakota Education and Human Development Annual Research Fair, Grand Forks, ND.
  7. Butz, N. T., Stupnisky, R. H., Peterson, E. S., & Majerus, M. M. (2014). Self-determined motivation in synchronous hybrid graduate business programs: Contrasting online and on-campus students. Poster presented at the University of North Dakota Education and Human Development Annual Research Fair, Grand Forks, ND.
  8. Majerus, M.M., Stupnisky, R.H., Butz, N.T., & Peterson, E.S. (2014). What Faculty Say: A mixed methods study of faculty perceptions of college student-athletes. Poster presented at the University of North Dakota Education and Human Development Annual Research Fair, Grand Forks, ND.
  9. Peterson, E. S., Stupnisky, R. H., Guay, F., Majerus, M. M., & Butz, N. T. (2014). Testing a Model of Elementary Students’ Reading Achievement: Teacher-Student Relationship Predicting Intrinsic Motivation and Self-Concept. Poster presented at the University of North Dakota Scholarly Forum, Grand Forks, ND.
  10. Peterson, E.S., Hagen, B.D., Brandt, S. M. (2012). Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports in the Elementary School. Poster presented at the University of North Dakota Scholarly Forum, Grand Forks, ND.
  11. Peterson, E.S., Hagen, B.D., Brandt, S. M. (2011). Impact of Teacher Anxiety on Student Test Performance. Poster presented at the University of North Dakota Scholarly Forum, Grand Forks, ND.

Travel Grants:

  1. The Graduate School Doctoral Student Conference Travel Support for American Educational Research Association Conference ($450), Philadelphia, PA. (2014).
  2. Education Human Development Student Travel Support for American Educational Research Association Conference ($250), Philadelphia, PA. (2014).

Academic Service:

  1. Presenter at University of North Dakota Medical School, Grand Forks, ND (Jan. 2024)
  2. Presenter for the Medical Gus Gear Company: Rays of Hope (Dec. 2023)
  3. Counseling Program Advisory Counsel, Discovery Elementary, Grand Forks, ND (Nov. 2023 – Current)
  4. Presenter at the Grand Forks School Board Meeting, Grand Forks, ND (April 2023)
  5. Presenter at SPED 389 Foundations of Special Education. Mayville State University, Mayville, ND (Nov. 2019)
  6. Presenter at SPED 389 Foundations of Special Education. Mayville State University, Mayville, ND (Dec. 2018)
  7. Presenter at T&L 252 Child Development. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND (Sept. 2016)
  8. Presenter at SWK 255 Introduction to Social Work. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND (Sept. 2016)
  9. Presenter at SWK 255 Introduction to Social Work Online. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND (Sept. 2016)
  10. Presenter at T&L 549 Senior Seminar III. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND  (July, 2016)
  11. Presenter at T&L 544 Assessment in Higher Education. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND (Sept. 2015)
  12. Building Level Leadership Team (Jan. 2015 – Jan. 2016)
  13. School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (May 2012 – Jan. 2016)
  14. District Social Studies Committee (Sept. 2008 – Jan. 2016)
  15. Cooperating Teacher (Sept. 2008 – Jan. 2015)
  16. Interview Search Committee Member for Elementary Principal (June 2010)

Additional Service:

  1. North Dakota Cross Disability Advisory Council, North Dakota Capital, Bismarck, ND (Dec. 2023-Current)
  2. Bio Girls Volunteer, Grand Forks, ND (June 2023 – Current)
  3. Elementary Tennis Instructor, Grand Forks, ND (Oct. 2022 – Current)
  4. The Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome Non-Profit Foundation: Social Media Coordinator Co Chair (Sept. 2022 – Current)
  5. Parent Teacher Organization: Fundraising Co Chair, Discovery Elementary, Grand Forks, ND (March 2022 – Current)
  6. The Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome Non-Profit Foundation Fundraising Committee (Sept. 2019 – Current)
  7. The Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome Non-Profit Foundation: Vice President (Sept. 2016 – Current)
  8. The Megacystis Microcolon Intestinal Hypoperistalsis Syndrome Non-Profit Foundation: Quarterly Newsletter Editor (Sept. 2016 – Current)
  9. Girl Scouts Dakota Horizon Volunteer, Grand Forks, ND (Feb. 2023 – May 2023)
  10. Mision Moment Presenter, Make a Wish Board of Directors Meeting, Fargo, ND (March 2023)
  11. Presenter through Zoom at NURS 358 Nursing Principles, Applications, and Interventions. Northern State University, Aberdeen, SD (March 2020)
  12. National Advocacy Event on the Hill participant for the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders, Washington, D.C. (June 2019)
  13. Highschool Girls Tennis Coach, East Grand Forks, MN (Aug. 2008 – Nov. 2010)
  14. Middle School Boys Tennis Coach, East Grand Forks, MN (March 2008 – May 2010)

Professional Continuing Education:

  1. Leadership Team Training, Bemidji, MN (April 2015)
  2. Scholarly Writing Group, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND (June 2014)
  3. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Training, Bemidji, MN (March 2014)
  4. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Training, St. Cloud, MN (Dec. 2013)
  5. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Training, Bemidji, MN (March 2012)
  6. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Training, St. Cloud, MN (Dec. 2012)

Professional Affiliations:

  1. Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators
  2. International Literacy Association 
  3. National Council of Teachers of English
  4.  American Educational Research Association

***Full Resume can be found at the top of the homepage under the “About” drop down menu.

Testimonials:

“I had an awesome year with you because you are really kind and know how to make learning fun. You know how to make hard math problems easy. You are one of my favorite teachers of all time”

“This year went by so fast. I loved all the projects we did with you. You are one of the best teachers ever! You made me feel so good every morning. I would want to come here every day when I would wake up. I will miss you.

Former 4th Grade Student

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“Matt and I have been visiting about what a great year of school he’s had. He tells me that you are very cheerful and make school fun. Matt says you’re the best, and I agree. Matt says he’s going to have a great summer because of he way you’ve encouraged and supported him. Bless you.”

Parent of a Former 4th Grade Student

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“Professor Peterson is highly communicative and always willing to answer questions. She really cares about your success; I would highly recommend her!”

Anonymous UND Instructor Assessment Comment

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“Dr. Erin Peterson has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in education at the University of North Dakota for 14 years. Teaching alongside her as a 5th grade teacher and again in our elementary methods courses at UND, I have had opportunities to not only work with her but learn from her myself. Dr. Peterson has always simultaneously exemplified the roles of professor, teacher, mentor, and model of what a great teacher looks like. Students always appreciate her real-life stories from being an elementary school teacher and mom as well as her constant and calm demeanor. Pre-service and in-service teachers alike are able to take the content and pedagogy learned from her classes and immediately apply these skills to their own classrooms. Dr. Peterson’s passion for teaching in any realm is evident by those with whom she has interacted with! “

Dr. Sonja Brandt, UND Elementary Education Instructor

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“Erin was so great. I really liked that she had posters on the wall for us to follow along with and remember the major points as we went through it and practiced it all in order. I also really liked how open and honest she was with us. She definitely removed any uneasiness there would’ve been with a more hands on exam.”

Anonymous UND Medical Student

Additional Information:

For more information related to my experiences as an educator, please visit the “Educator” drop down tab at the top of the homepage. Thank you!

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