Caroline Price
Ankeny
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
Ankeny, IA
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared high-quality beverages according to standardized recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure efficient service flow.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours for enhanced customer satisfaction.
Fourth Grade Teacher
East Elementary
Alton, IL
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Taught fourth grade in a diverse elementary school setting.
- Built rapport with students to foster a positive learning environment.
- Introduced classroom management strategies to boost class participation and morale.
- Managed daily instruction for 24 students.
Float Teacher
Lionheart Early Learning
Iowa City, IA
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained a safe and fun environment for children to learn and grow from infancy to seven years of age.
- Planned and executed educational activities for a wide range of learners to participate in.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and hygiene.
Respite Care Provider
Respite Connection
Urbandale, IA
12.2018 - 03.2022
- Performed assistance and care tasks for young students who were intellectually disabled.
- Engaged in recreational and skill-building activities toward the clients’ interests.
- Maintained the students’ safety at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2025
Skills
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Critical thinking
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
Teaching License
Iowa Initial Teaching License (Folder #1141332):
· K-8 English/Language Arts
· K-6 Teacher Elementary Classroom
· K-8 Reading
· K-8 Social Studies
Certification
College of Education Teacher Leader Certificate: University of Iowa (Social Emotional Behavioral Mental Health)
· Attended professional development workshops on topics regarding student/teacher social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health.
· Completed 10 volunteer hours at Weber Elementary in Iowa City, IA.
· Completed the Level 1 Google Educator Certification.
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
04.2026 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
East Elementary
08.2025 - 10.2025
Float Teacher
Lionheart Early Learning
05.2024 - 05.2025
Respite Care Provider
Respite Connection
12.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
The University of Iowa