CLAY MCDONALD
Colorado Springs
Summary
I currently attend UCCS and am in the process of becoming an English teacher. I’ve always loved working with kids and want to make a positive impact in my community. I'm currently in my student teaching year where I have proven my ability to engage students through well-structured lesson plans and collaborative activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
D11
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Manager
Drifters Hamburgers
04.2017 - 08.2024
- Enforced safety procedures to create safe working conditions
- Oversaw daily operations
- Communicated and solved issues from unsatisfied customers
- Trained personnel on each station and in equipment maintenance
Volunteer
D11 Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Helped kids with homework, and facilitated activities like painting, basketball games, etc.
- Provided a safe space for students to go while they waited to be picked up by their parent or guardian.
AVID Tutor
Panorama Middle School
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Guided students through research process, from topic selection to final presentation, fostering academic independence.
- Facilitated small group discussions to encourage critical thinking and deeper understanding of subjects.
Education
Associate of Arts - English/Secondary Education
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO05.2025
Skills
- Technical Proficiency
- Collaborative learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Leadership qualities
- Classroom management
Timeline
Student Teacher
D11
08.2024 - 05.2025
Volunteer
D11 Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region
02.2024 - 05.2024
AVID Tutor
Panorama Middle School
02.2024 - 05.2024
Manager
Drifters Hamburgers
04.2017 - 08.2024
Associate of Arts - English/Secondary Education
University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
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