Amber Orrel
Annandale,VA
Summary
Seasoned educator, adept in crafting engaging, hands-on curricula that foster student interest and learning. Excels in parent-teacher communication and creative teaching strategies, significantly enhancing student and parent engagement. Demonstrates exceptional patience, empathy, and a commitment to child safety, ensuring a positive and secure learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Sunday School Teacher
Beth El Congregation
Alexandria, VA
09.2024 - Current
- Designed projects that allowed students to demonstrate their knowledge in creative ways.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Collaborated with other instructors to ensure effective delivery of lesson content.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff members.
K-8 Substitute Teacher
Gesher Jewish Day School
Fairfax, VA
05.2024 - Current
- Attended training and workshops to improve teaching skills.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing rules of conduct and discipline procedures.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and responded appropriately to any issues that arose.
- Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
Preschool Teacher
Beth El Preschool
Alexandria, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Swim Instructor
Big Blue Swim School
Fairfax, VA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
- Participated in staff training sessions to continually improve teaching and safety skills.
- Built relationships with parents and swimmers to increase likelihood of repeat business in future swim lessons sessions.
- Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.
- Supervised class participants and enforced safety rules and regulations to prevent injury.
Front Desk Receptionist
Long Branch Swim And Racquet Club
Annandale, VA
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Checked members in and out.
- Sold snacks and ice cream.
- Counted and managed money from food sold.
Education
Special Education - Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA12-2026
High School Diploma -
W.T. Woodson High School
Fairfax05-2022
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Visual aids creation
- Patience and empathy
- Child safety procedures
- Arts and crafts
- First aid and CPR
- Creative teaching strategies
- Positive reinforcement
- Age-appropriate activities
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Public speaking
- Patience and tolerance
- Educational activities
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Sunday School Teacher
Beth El Congregation
09.2024 - Current
K-8 Substitute Teacher
Gesher Jewish Day School
05.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Beth El Preschool
05.2023 - Current
Swim Instructor
Big Blue Swim School
01.2022 - 01.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Long Branch Swim And Racquet Club
05.2021 - 09.2021
Special Education - Education
George Mason University
High School Diploma -
W.T. Woodson High School
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