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Colby Christofaro

Summary

Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior. Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Infant Nanny

Pasley And Adam Mathis
04.2023 - Current
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping and eating.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Provided a nurturing environment for infants, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
  • Accompanied families on outings or trips while providing attentive care for the infant throughout various settings.
  • Served as a reliable resource for parents regarding infant care practices, offering guidance on topics such as feeding schedules or developmental milestones.


Volleyball Coach

Kershaw County Juniors Volleyball Club
11.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced athletes' skills through targeted drills, strength training, and individualized coaching.
  • Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
  • Motivated athletes to continually improve their skills both on and off the court, resulting in increased success at competitive events.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
  • Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.

Daycare Teacher

St. John's United Methodist Church Childcare
06.2020 - 12.2023
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of South Carolina - Aiken
Aiken, SC
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Lugoff-Elgin High School
Lugoff, SC
05.2020

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Child Safety
  • Friendly
  • Approachable
  • Schedule Creation and Maintenance
  • Childcare
  • Student Monitoring
  • Team Motivation
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Learning Strategies
  • Classroom Management
  • Elementary Education
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Behavior Management
  • Time management

Timeline

Infant Nanny

Pasley And Adam Mathis
04.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services
08.2022 - 05.2023

Volleyball Coach

Kershaw County Juniors Volleyball Club
11.2020 - Current

Daycare Teacher

St. John's United Methodist Church Childcare
06.2020 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of South Carolina - Aiken

High School Diploma -

Lugoff-Elgin High School
Colby Christofaro