Braxten Jones

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Softball Team Member , Eastern Mennonite University

• Compete as a student-athlete while balancing academic and athletic responsibilities.
• Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, and time management through collegiate athletics.

Women's Basketball Team Manager , Eastern Mennonite University

• Support coaching staff and student-athletes with practice preparation, equipment organization, and game-day operations.
• Assist in maintaining an organized and efficient team environment.

Mountain View Elementary School - Kindergarten

• Observed daily classroom instruction during literacy blocks to develop an understanding of early reading and writing instruction.
• Circulated throughout the classroom to support students during independent and center-based literacy activities.
• Assisted students with phonics, letter recognition, and early reading tasks by answering questions and providing guidance.
• Supported classroom routines and helped maintain a positive, structured learning environment.
• Occasionally facilitated small-group activities under the guidance of the classroom teacher.

Linville-Edom Elementary School - Second Grade

• Observed instructional practices during literacy instruction to gain insight into reading comprehension and writing development.
• Circulated throughout the classroom to assist students during independent work and centers.
• Providing individual support by answering student questions and reinforcing teacher instructions.
• Assisted with classroom organization and preparation of instructional materials.

Early Learning Center - Preschool

• Supported developmentally appropriate instruction focused on social-emotional growth and early academic readiness through play-based learning.
• Facilitated hands-on literacy, math, and fine motor activities within a student-choice framework that encourages children to lead discussions and guide their learning.
• Designed and taught my first independent lesson, incorporating student interests to promote engagement and active participation.
• Modeled positive communication and conflict-resolution strategies while observing and documenting student behaviors to inform developmental assessment.

Mountain View Elementary School - Fifth Grade

• Designed and implemented standards-aligned lessons in mathematics, science, and social studies during an extended 60-hour clinical placement.
• Led small-group and whole-group instruction using differentiated strategies to meet diverse learner needs.
• Integrated technology tools to enhance engagement and deepen content understanding.
• Collected and analyzed formative assessment data to inform instructional decisions and support student growth.
• Supported classroom management by reinforcing clear expectations and promoting student accountability.