Allie O'Keefe
Middletown,NJ
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic educator with a willingness to tackle challenges. Creative and results-oriented mindset, committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing goals. Recognized for fostering positive relationships and implementing engaging, play-based learning strategies. Effectively motivates students to help achieve their academic goals. Both a team-player and a successful leader.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leave Replacement Position
South Hunterdon Regional Elementary School
05.2025 - Current
- Chosen to fill 4th grade teaching position in May
- Adapted quickly to new classroom and curriculum
- Received many accolades and appreciation for taking on responsibilities
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
05.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Child Care Worker
Personal Employer
09.2019 - Current
- Cared for children ranging in ages 2-12
- Transported child to and from school
- Built positive relationships with children
- Involved children in activity and games
- Monitored homework
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Led morning and night-time routines
Student Teacher
South Hunterdon Regional Elementary School
09.2024 - 05.2025
- 15 students, co-taught, 6 IEPs, 3 ESL learners, 2 hearing impaired, 1 emotional disability
- Observed and completed Dispositional and child study projects
- Administered NJSLA testing 4/28/24 - present
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Student Teacher
Foundation Academy Charter School
01.2023 - 12.2024
- 28 students, low SES, co-taught, 2 ESL learners, 3 IEPs
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Created lesson plans and taught multiple subjects.
- Included immersive activities for student engagement.
Elementary School Tutor
Various
09.2019 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education And Psychology
The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ05-2025
Skills
- Literacy development
- Standardized tests
- Multimedia instruction
- Safety awareness
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Student evaluation
- Play-based learning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Familiar with McGraw Hill - Wit and Wisdom Foundations
- Trained in CPR
- Can operate FM (Frequency Modulated) system
- Graphic Design
Certification
- Passed Praxis K-6 Elementary Education
- Licensed CPR
Timeline
Leave Replacement Position
South Hunterdon Regional Elementary School
05.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
South Hunterdon Regional Elementary School
09.2024 - 05.2025
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESS
05.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Foundation Academy Charter School
01.2023 - 12.2024
Child Care Worker
Personal Employer
09.2019 - Current
Elementary School Tutor
Various
09.2019 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education And Psychology
The College of New Jersey
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