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Celeste Elsbury

Washington,DC

Summary

Diligent college student with passions for research, history, and language. Interested in gaining experience in fields such as historical conservation, archival research, and museum education. Fluent in Spanish. Organized, dedicated, and adaptable, able to work in diverse educational settings, independently as well and collaboratively.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Seasonal Museum Educator

Office of Historic Alexandria
Alexandria, Virginia
03.2025 - Current
  • Enhanced visitor experience at OHA museums by greeting visitors, providing information about exhibits, answering visitor questions, and facilitating transactions.

Research Assistant

Professor Gayle Wald
Washington, DC
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Assisted Professor Wald in anticipation of the release of her upcoming book by designing and launching a website to provide accessible, relevant information about the manuscript and promotional events.

Assistant Teacher

Kiddie Academy of DC West End
Washington, DC
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided materials to facilitate lessons given by the lead teacher.
  • Created and carried out engaging activities in accordance with the existing lesson plan.
  • Regularly updated the daily reports on each child, sent by the daycare to the parents.
  • Enhanced students' social and emotional learning by aiding children in resolving interpersonal conflicts, identifying and expressing their emotional responses to various situations, and facilitating collaboration between students.
  • Carried out a wide range of tasks to assist the lead teacher, and ensure that the classroom ran smoothly.

Aftercare Counselor

Kensington Community Center Summer Camp
Kensington, CA
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervised children ages 4-12 at aftercare program at summer day camp.
  • Facilitated respectful and productive communication between children.
  • Communicated with parents about logistics and about children's needs.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities to ensure their safety.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies; Spanish Language & Literature

George Washington University
Washington, DC
05-2025

Skills

  • Strong research skills
  • Persuasive and engaging writing
  • Attention to detail
  • Copyediting
  • Creative thinking and problem-solving
  • Educational support
  • Coordination, communication, and teamwork
  • Positive attitude and flexibility

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Seasonal Museum Educator

Office of Historic Alexandria
03.2025 - Current

Research Assistant

Professor Gayle Wald
01.2025 - 03.2025

Assistant Teacher

Kiddie Academy of DC West End
06.2023 - 12.2023

Aftercare Counselor

Kensington Community Center Summer Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - American Studies; Spanish Language & Literature

George Washington University

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