Abigail Clouse
Fairfax,VA
Summary
I grew up in the FCPS school system and have loved continuing to be a part of it as a teacher. In my classroom I want to create an environment where students can foster a love for learning through building a strong community because that is what I had growing up.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher, 1st Grade
Springfield Estates Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Created and implemented lessons using an understanding of the cognitive, social, emotion, and physical child development of 1st grade students
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor the progress of 18 students, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address areas of struggle or mastery.
- Utilized varied teaching techniques for different learning styles, ensuring all students had access to course material.
Teacher
Centre Ridge Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed an understanding of cognitive, social, emotional and physical child development by observing and interacting with 2nd grade students
Teacher Intern
The Burke School
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Planned and taught lessons to young elementary school students who struggled with behavior and/or learning disabilities
- Learned how to interact and create a meaningful connection with the students by using a culturally sustaining pedagogy
Teacher Aid
Head Start Preschool
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Worked with young children who came from low income families
- Planned and taught lessons that supported the children's cognitive and physical development
- Learned to build a relationship with their parents by being respectful and open minded
Shadowing a Student
Jewish Community Center
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed redirecting strategies while working one on one support to students who had disabilities and/or children who struggled with behavior
- Created an environment where the students felt safe and welcomed to help foster a love for learning
Education
Bachelor's degree - Integrative Studies, Education
George Mason University
05.2024
Master’s - Elementary Education
George Mason University
05-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
- Faculty collaboration
- Behavioral modeling
- Positive learning environment
- Co-teaching and Co-planning
Timeline
Student Teacher, 1st Grade
Springfield Estates Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Teacher
Centre Ridge Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Teacher Intern
The Burke School
10.2019 - 02.2020
Teacher Aid
Head Start Preschool
09.2018 - 06.2019
Shadowing a Student
Jewish Community Center
08.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor's degree - Integrative Studies, Education
George Mason University
Master’s - Elementary Education
George Mason University
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