Bailey Thunstrom
Sterling,United States
Summary
Future elementary education educator with experience supporting K–5 students. Skilled in lesson planning, differentiated instruction, and classroom management. Experienced in supporting students with special needs, and implementing IEP goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teaching
Hunters Woods Elementary
Reston, United States
08.2025 - Current
- Planned and delivered lessons for diverse learners, differentiated instruction to meet individual needs, and incorporated social-emotional learning to enhance student engagement
- Integrated technology into instruction and reflected on teaching practices, leading to improved student outcomes
- Provide small-group and one-on-one support while monitoring and assessing student progress
- Support classroom management, positive behavior, and collaborate with mentor teachers and staff
Nanny
Family’s home
Ashburn, United States
04.2021 - Current
- Provided individualized and small-group support for children with special needs, enhancing daily routines, self-care, and life skills
- Facilitated communication through AAC devices, executed behavior plans, and addressed sensory needs to promote self-regulation
- Collaborated with parents, therapists, and teachers to align strategies and enhance student progress
- Provided safe transportation for children to appointments, school, and activities
Self-Contained Autism Teacher Assistant
Potowmack Elementary
Sterling, United States
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a self-contained classroom to foster individualized learning environments
- Provide one-on-one and small-group support based on IEP goals
- Use AAC systems to support student communication
- Assisted students in developing essential life skills through structured activities, enhancing their independence and daily functioning
- Support students with sensory needs and regulation
- Follow behavior plans and structured classroom routines
- Collected data and monitored student progress to inform instructional strategies and support student growth
- Maintain an organized and safe classroom environment
First Grade Teacher Assistant
Potwomack Elementary
Sterling, United States
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked with students in small groups and one-on-one to support reading, phonics, writing, and math
- Assisted classroom teacher with daily instruction and managed classroom routines and behavior to create a conducive learning environment
- Provided targeted support to students needing academic or behavioral assistance and facilitated assessments to enhance student progress
- Prepared instructional materials and organized student work to streamline classroom operations and ensure adherence to school and district procedures
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
George Mason University
Fairfax, United States01.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Northern Virginia Community College
Sterling, United StatesHigh School - Elementary Education
Potomac Falls High School
Sterling, United States01.2021
Skills
- Communication skills
- Social-emotional learning
- Collaboration
- Lesson design
- Differentiated instruction
References.
- Maria Allen – (703) 704-7018 – MariaAllenAvon@gmail.com – LLGSL
- Jennifer Coakley – (703) 303-7807 – jenclap@gmail.com – George Mason University Professor
- Rachael Perrott – (571) 334-8947 – Rachael.Perrott@fairfaxcounty.gov – Mother of Nanny Family
- Kwaku Peprah – (703) 869-7101 – Supervisor
Timeline
Student Teaching
Hunters Woods Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Self-Contained Autism Teacher Assistant
Potowmack Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
First Grade Teacher Assistant
Potwomack Elementary
08.2021 - 06.2022
Nanny
Family’s home
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
George Mason University
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Northern Virginia Community College
High School - Elementary Education
Potomac Falls High School